In this episode, we take a deep dive into how parenting styles can shape a young athlete’s development — and how kids respond to their parents during lessons. We unpack the power dynamic between parents and kids, the importance of autonomy, and the three core parenting styles: permissive, authoritarian, and authoritative. We also explore how to support kids who have big goals in golf (or any pursuit), what to do when motivation fades, and why the ride home is often the most pivotal moment in a junior golfer’s experience.
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Speed, Strength & Smart Training with Mike Carroll (Fit For Golf)
In episode 38, we sit down with Mike Carroll from Fit For Golf to break down the key components of golf swing speed — mobility, strength, and power — and the best ways to train them. We explore gender differences, force production (wrist, ground, and rotation), and how tension contributes to generating speed. Mike also unpacks common myths around “stability” in golf fitness and shares insights on golf-specific vs. general athletic training — including whether golf can ever be trained as systematically as other Olympic sports. To learn more, visit fitforgolf.app, follow Mike on social @fit_for_golf, and check out his training app, Fit For Golf, designed specifically for golfers.
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Consistently Inconsistent
Episode 37 of the Golf Beneath the Surface podcast is a bit of a 2 parter. Part 1, the boys chat about the best ways to ‘gear up‘ for the upcoming golf season. Is it technique work? All skill and performance work? Blend of both? In part 2, Doc and Chase chatted about the most used word that every player seems to be searching for more of… consistency. Does consistency exist in golf? Are tour players more consistent than average amateurs? Or are they just better? What are the best ways to get more consistent with our physical and mental games? Enjoy!
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Quiet Eye
Season 3 of the Golf Beneath the Surface is here and the topic is on Quiet Eye. Quiet Eye research has been around for a few years, made a bit more famously in Golf in the early 2000's. Dr. Raymond and Chase go through the ins and outs of what the research shows us about Quiet Eye, how it's applicable to golf and other sports, and if it's something we can use to help us improve our golf games. Enjoy!
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Q & A 7.0
In the final pod of 2024, the boys sat down to answer more of your questions. The topics of this pod included: mindful breathing and how/when to reset, neuro plasticity, raising discomfort during practice sessions, handling insecurities, benefits of nicotine, and handling trauma. Thanks for listening in and making 2024 an awesome year for our Pod. Please like and review if we've helped your game!
Performance Consultant Dr. Raymond Prior and Golf Instructor Chase Cooper talk about all things golf in their new podcast titled 'Golf Beneath The Surface.' Dr. Raymond has worked with some of the best players in the world and brings a unique perspective on what it takes to get in the right mindset to perform when the stakes are the highest. Chase Cooper has travelled the world educating coaches how to use some of the latest golf technologies, taught some of the games greatest golfers, and played at a very high level. Together Dr. Raymond and Chase make a team unmatched in helping you the listener play better golf.
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