Golf IQ

Whether it was driver ball position from eventual champion Aaron Rai or a putting alignment technique from Justin Rose and putting guru Phil Kenyon, LKD learned a bunch of great lessons from pros at Aronimink.

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Where are you gaining or losing strokes? Do you know? Do you hit it as far as you think you do? Maybe you hit it farther. Do you mesh with larger trends in the game or are you atypical? Arccos' annual Driving Distance Report is here to answer some questions. LKD breaks it all down.

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As the weather warms up again, many of us will find ourselves facing our first greenside bunker shots of the season. That may scare some of us more than others, but even the most confident bunker players might need a refresh every now and then. Fear not: With the help of Golf Digest Top Teacher Joe Mayo, LKD explores how shaft lean can help players get the ball closer to the hole.

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You asked for it, you got it. In this episode, LKD talks with former World No. 1, 2015 PGA Champion and short game aficionado Jason Day about different types of shots to play around the green and when to play each one ... and you might be surprised at how often certain shots come up.

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Golfers often try to push too hard, too soon to make up for mistakes on the course. Sam Weinman talked to Rory McIlroy and Max Homa at the Masters about how and when they go about responding when things go south on the course. Their answers about patience and when to push might be surprising.

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Adam Scott has spent more than half his life as a professional golfer. He also has won in three different decades, a testament to his longevity in the game of golf. At Augusta National last week, LKD got to ask how the 45-year-old has been able to stay relevant for so long.

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Even when he raced out to a six-shot 36-hole lead at the Masters, Rory McIlroy wasn't firing on all cylinders. He worked hard Friday and Saturday nights to address a few issues with his swing and was aided by a helpful mindset: instead of thinking about what not to do, he thought about what else he needed to do.

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With the help of putting guru Phil Kenyon, LKD explores how players prepare for one of the toughest tasks of the year: putting on Augusta National's greens.

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As Strokes Gained has become more mainstream in golf, many players have come to understand that the closer they get to the hole, the fewer strokes it will take them to hole out. And that's still generally true, but PGA Tour data and strategy coach Cory Jez outlines a key scenario where laying up off the tee actually helps.

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LKD is back with another episode featuring renowned putting coach Phil Kenyon. Today, LKD and Phil are busting one of putting's biggest myths: that the putter head needs to be rapidly accelerating through the ball. Plus, a drill on how to nail stroke tempo.

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Phil Kenyon is the top putting coach in the world. And one thing he notices is amateur players often under-read their putts. He came up with this drill, which he explained to LKD, to help ensure putters both properly estimate the amount of break and, critically, aim accordingly.

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The first episode of the PGA Tour's collaboration with NFL Films, called 'Chasing Sunday,' dropped and it is an absolute banger. In it, viewers get to see a detailed back and forth between Akshay Bhatia and his caddie Joe Greiner as they debate what shot to hit with which club. It's a fascinating look into how tour pros make on-course decisions and LKD breaks it all down so non-tour pros can understand.

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There has long been a complicated relationship between golfers and lifting weights, often featuring baked in misunderstandings of the how and why surrounding lifting in the first place. In this episode, LKD breaks down who on the tour bench presses the most and why it helps the golf swing to lift weights.

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Erik Barzeski, Director of Instruction at Golf Evolution, is the father of a golf pro and an author, but also has the perspective of someone who works with juniors. The ability to switch between wearing those different hats has given him some invaluable insight on how to manage golfers at different abilities and interest levels.

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Director of Content at Fried Egg Golf, Kevin Van Valkenburg joins Sam Weinman to discuss his youngest daughter's affinity for and success in golf. Like Sam, KVV has had to find a way to foster his kid's growth past the point of his own skill level on the golf course, which has taught important lessons to both father and daughter.

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There are a seemingly infinite number of training aids out there. Where do you start? What training aid helps with which issues? LKD breaks down some of his favorites, how they work and who they're for in Episode 2 of the miniseries 'Training aids I like.'

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Sam Weinman's miniseries returns with PGA Professional Mike Thomas, father of two-time major champion Justin Thomas. Mike explains how he just wanted Justin to have a passion for something and was lucky enough that passion turned out to be golf.

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There are a seemingly infinite number of training aids out there. Where do you start? What training aid helps with which issues? LKD breaks down some of his favorites, how they work and who they're for in this new miniseries Training aids I like.

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Three-time PGA Tour winner and CBS broadcaster Johnson Wagner joins the pod to talk about how his parents shaped his golf experience as a junior player and how he's tried to nurture his son's game.

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It might be easier than you think to gain five, 10 or even 15 mph of ball speed. Cordie Walker, founder and chief curator of the Golf Science Lab joins LKD to discuss his biggest jumps in ball speed, how he made it happen and how a regular golfer can do it too.

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What's it like raising a kid to play golf when you're a former top-10 player in the world, have won more than a dozen times professionally and played in seven Ryder Cups? Ian Poulter gives us a look into his world, and how he and his son Luke bond over golf.

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LKD and Sam Weinman preview the release of a new Golf IQ miniseries: How to be a better golf dad. Golf Digest talked with avid golfers, some of whom are professionals, to gain some insight on how they raised kids who have a good relationship with the game.

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Bryson DeChambeau, Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and many other strong players off the tee hover the club before they begin their takeaway, but the reasons why range from "relieving tension" to "creating tension." If that sounds confusing, that's because it is! LKD breaks it all down on this week's episode of Golf IQ.

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Nick Chertock joins LKD to break down some common issues golfers face when they're close to hitting a milestone but can't quite breakthrough.

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Matt Wallace rejoins LKD to dive into what we, as amateurs, should try to copy from professionals.

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LKD returns from paternity leave to resume hosting duty with an interview with PGA Tour pro Matt Wallace, who provides a different perspective on how to think about your golf swing.

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The first gear pod of 2026 kicks off with an interview with TaylorMade tour rep Adrian Rietveld and a deep dive into some of the brand's top stars, including Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Tommy Fleetwood and Charley Hull. Plus, more information on TaylorMade's driver for 2026, the Qi4D.

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Through all the decades, wins, injuries, awards and accomplishments, Tiger Woods has always been looking for ways to get better. In this episode, LKD returns once again as a guest on his own podcast to discuss Tiger's swing changes with Sam Weinman.

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Tiger Woods was great at many things, but one thing that really set him apart was his course management. Plus, a surprising stat about his recovery shots and a special guest.

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After Tiger Woods won the 1997 Masters by 12 strokes, he shocked many by changing his swing. Why change the swing that just lapped the field in a major? Tiger knew he could win with his best, but he still wanted to compete when he didn't have it. Sam Weinman and Drew Powell dig in deeper on Tiger's swing change and why it worked.

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It's common practice for serious golfers nowadays, but in Tiger Woods' prime, it was rare to find golfers in the gym, and completely unique to Tiger to take it to the level of intensity he reached. As we approach his 50th birthday, Sam Weinman and Alex Myers—whose own fitness routine has greatly improved his golf game—look back on Tiger's fitness regimen and the advantages it gave him ... and how it might have hurt him.

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Tiger Woods turns 50 this month. And although he's regarded as one of the best putters of all time, his putting stroke was not perfect. Sam Weinman and Drew Powell dissect Tiger's putting and what made him so good.

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The Golf Competence Achievement & Reward Test, otherwise known as the golf CART™, can help you put your year in perspective. Sam Weinman and Golf Digest social guru Will Irwin walk us through the process and share their scores.

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We can't control everything, especially not on the golf course. But what we can control is whether we take a moment to settle and refocus. It's called 'The Let Them Theory,' made popular by best-selling author Mel Robbins. Sam Weinman and Keely Levins explain how it's applicable to golf.

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Official calendar dates aside, winter is here for much of the country. Sam Weinman and Drew Powell discuss the pros and cons of completely shutting it down in the offseason.

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We've all been told to grip down on a club at one point or another. Maybe it's to take a few yards off when the number is between stock yardages. Maybe it's for a bit of added accuracy. We put gripping down to the test and consulted one of Golf Digest's top teachers and found some interesting results.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, LKD talks with Golf Digest Social Media Editor and scratch golfer Will Irwin about what to do when the hooks come creeping into your game.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, LKD talks with Golf Digest Social Media Editor and scratch golfer Will Irwin about battling negative thoughts while you play.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, LKD talks with Golf Digest Social Media Editor and scratch golfer Will Irwin about some drills they both use.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, LKD talks with Skillest co-founder Baden Schaff for some advice about how students can use digital coaching this offseason.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, LKD talks with Drew Powell about a recent article about things you never hear scratch golfers say.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, LKD talks with Drew Powell about a reader's question about pro golf swings—and how to learn from them.

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A surplus of choices seems like it should be a good thing for golfers, but it often ends up being an obstacle. In this episode, LKD talks to Sam Weinman about "the paradox of choice," which is also the topic of the first episode of Sam's new video series, Mind Games.

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LKD and Drew Powell are back for Part 2 of this miniseries detailing their offseason practice plan. This time Drew details what he wants to improve upon.

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In the first of a two-part mini series, LKD details how he's trying to feel comfortable hitting a fade for next golf season. As someone who typically draws the ball, and whose miss is a hook, a fade makes him uncomfortable for all sorts of reasons. Together with Drew Powell, LKD has come up with a plan.

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You read that right. Using a swing robot, we tested different swing paths and ball flights to see how much distance a slicer could gain by straightening their ball flight.

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LKD and Drew Powell have another tip from Golf Digest No. 1 Teacher Mark Blackburn, this time regarding how you should set up to hit shots out of the rough.

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LKD and Drew Powell are back with tips from Golf Digest's No. 1 teacher Mark Blackburn for hitting different types of wedge shots.

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First tee nerves are not reserved for the weekend warriors among us. The affect the world's best, especially on big stages like the Ryder Cup and Solheim Cup. Here's how to handle them.

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As amateurs, we often find some quick fix that'll help us get better temporarily, but the reason pros get good and stay good is because they have the patience to do things the rest of us typically don't. In this miniseries, LKD explores a number of boring things pros told him they do that work for them.

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As amateurs, we often find some quick fix that'll help us get better temporarily, but the reason pros get good and stay good is because they have the patience to do things the rest of us typically don't. In this miniseries, LKD explores a number of boring things pros told him they do that work for them.

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Are you comfortable going low? Do you get nervous when you've got a career-best round going? This Bryson DeChambeau-approved drill should help. Emphasis on "should," because as LKD and Sam Weinman found out, it can also reveal glaring deficiencies in your game.

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Fixing your golf swing might be easier than you think. Dr. Luke Benoit joins LKD in the fourth and final part of our new mini-series 'How to change your golf swing—quickly.'

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You may be practicing wrong. The good news is, humans are wired to problem solve. Dr. Luke Benoit explains how he gets his students' swings calibrated.

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Fixing your golf swing might be easier than you think. Dr. Luke Benoit joins LKD in the second part of our new mini-series 'How to change your golf swing—quickly.'

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Fixing your golf swing might be easier than you think. Dr. Luke Benoit joins LKD in the first part of our new mini-series How to change your golf swing—quickly.

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LKD and Sam Weinman dive into the intricacies of the handicap system and how to input "would be" scores when playing match play and why it's so imperative to record every hole.

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In the latest episode of Golf IQ, Luke Kerr-Dineen shares a recent interview with Jon Sherman about double bogeys—and how to avoid them.

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JWall and Uncle Gene return with musings on the latest gear trends, including Rocket Classic winner Aldrich Potgieter's curious 3-wood choice, some robot testing numbers and more.

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In the latest episode of Golf IQ, Luke Kerr-Dineen breaks down an answer from the legendary Jack Nicklaus and Johnny Miller about Scottie Scheffler's golf swing—and what the rest of us can learn.

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LKD and Sam Weinman dive into what makes a high, low and mid handicapper and how one can move up (or down) a level.

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Could a good lie around the green actually be dangerous? On the final episode of Lie Detector, Drew Powell and LKD identify when the ball sitting up in the rough could actually be a bad thing.

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We hear it on TV every week: the dreaded flier lie. But what exactly is it? And how can you identify it and plan for it? On this episode of Lie Detector, Drew Powell and LKD explain just that.

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Bad lies around the green are magnified because they often feel more consequential than bad lies just off the fairway. But the fact is, they count the same and the way to identify them and get your ball out of them is largely the same as well. LKD and Drew Powell are here to help.

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We all end up in bad lies. Getting out of them without making it worse is key to lowering your scores. In this mini series, LKD and Drew Powell discuss different types of bad lies, how to identify them and how to best get out of them.

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Is slicing an issue? Golf Digest Best In State instructor Liam Mucklow suggests you check your grip pressure, particularly with your right hand. LKD explains why on this episode of Golf IQ, using a Viktor Hovland-approved drill as an example.

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The former World No. 1 is one of the best wedge players of his generation and yet, the practice game he plays to dial in his wedges is something so simple, pretty much anyone can do it.

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LKD and Sam Weinman discuss a quote from Dr. Bhrett McCabe, a clinical and sports psychologist, on how to identify and deal with pressure on the golf course. 

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We've all been there. Should you give that three footer? Should you not? Should your opponent really be making you putt this? On this episode of Golf IQ, LKD and Sam Weinman explore the ins and outs of giving putts.

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We just watched Scottie Scheffler win (again) without his A-game. But even though he wasn't in full control, he still knew the shape his stock shots would have, a factor Top 50 teacher John Dunigan says is vital to playing better golf.

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The secret to getting off the tee more like the pros is not "swing hard" or "swing soft," but actually to swing with the same effort all the time. LKD dives into the one small change to make that will improve distance control and accuracy and help you keep your ball in play more often.

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LKD and Drew dive into the practice data from the 2025 Masters to learn about how pros practice—and what amateurs can learn.

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Chunks. Blades. Chili dips. Outright sh*nks. Chipping can be difficult. But a study by Dr. Andy Hoffer found that 35 of 40 golfers got the ball closer to the hole using this chipping method. Chances are it will help you too.

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The annual Golf Digest Company Match Play is BACK. LKD and Sam Weinman give an inside look at how even a company solely focused on golf can still have issues setting up matches. Most of our problems, however, are easily solved by using USGA handicaps. Now if we could only do something about scheduling ...

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A study by Dr. Andy Hoffer shows armlock putting is a great method to try if you're a golfer who has the yips, especially one with an overactive trail hand.

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Our own Drew Powell was lucky enough to win the Masters media lottery and played Augusta National with Sunday pins the day after Rory McIlroy completed the career grand slam. This is his full story of how the day went and what he learned. And in case you haven't heard, fill-in host Sam Weinman has also played Augusta National.

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Our own Drew Powell was lucky enough to win the Masters media lottery and played Augusta National with Sunday pins the day after Rory McIlroy completed the career grand slam. This is his full story of how the day went. And in case you haven't heard, fill-in host Sam Weinman has also played Augusta National.

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We all make lazy swings now and again. But there are physical and mental things you can do to prevent them, especially later in rounds. Here are some of our favorites.

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We all have that one hole we hate. Or maybe there are a few. Or a lot. But the reality is, conquering that hole is easier than you think ... and it's not all about the score you put on the card.

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LKD and Sam Weinman dive into how to find your practice "sweet spot." Your drills shouldn't be so easy that you fall into boredom, but they also shouldn't be so hard that you don't succeed about two thirds of the time.

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Blueprint Golf co-founder Dr. Nico Darras joins LKD to help you upgrade your practice so it actually works.

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Golf Digest Best in State teacher Joe Plecker joins LKD to explain how a good weight shift looks in your golf swing, from start to finish.

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Golf Digest No.1-ranked teacher in America Mark Blackburn sits down with LKD to talk about hip thrust, and when it can be used for good–or bad.

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Golf Digest No.1-ranked teacher in America Mark Blackburn sits down with LKD to talk about moment of truth, and how to fix the common mistake golfers make during it.

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In this two-part series, Sam Weinman joins LKD to talk about the different between ‘getting ready’ practice and ‘getting better’ practice—and how to get good at both

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In this two-part series, Sam Weinman joins LKD to talk about the different between ‘getting ready’ practice and ‘getting better’ practice—and how to get good at both

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In the latest episode of the Golf IQ podcast, we're breaking down the backswing move that caused Daniel Berger—and other golfers—a lot of back pain.

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In the latest episode of the Golf IQ podcast, we're looking back on the swing drill Rory McIlroy spent all offseason doing, and what you can learn from it, too.

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In the latest episode of the Golf IQ podcast, we're talking to John Novesel Jr. about the piece of advice that helps golfers boost distance with a smoother golfer swing.

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In the latest episode of the Golf IQ podcast, we're talking to Brooks Koepka about a drill he does during every range session to stop himself from getting steep.

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In the latest episode of the Golf IQ podcast, we're talking about the benefits of strength training, and why golfers should care.

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Our learning from pros series concludes with a lesson from rising Danish star Nicolai Hojgaard on staying in the moment. It's easy to lose focus on the course, especially during long rounds, but slowing your brain down is key to staying on track.

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We've all gone through swing changes. On this this episode of our learning from pros series, Ludvig Aberg explains why a swing change doesn't have to mean a complete tear down and rebuild, it can even be something you work on while playing competitive rounds.

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In the next episode in our learning from pros series, we dive into the importance of runout numbers. One of the great numbers guys in our game, Bryson DeChambeau, shares his wisdom from U.S. Open week, when Pinehurst No. 2 was playing firm and fast.

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In the next episode of our learning from pros series, Justin Thomas touches on something you've probably heard about if you've ever listened to a pro give an interview: Group momentum. Ever notice how some groups all play well or all play poorly? That "group mo" is real, JT says.

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Changing your swing doesn't have to be scary. In fact, according to Viktor Hovland, it doesn't even take that long. On the next episode in our learning from pros series, LKD dives into how to change your swing quickly without ruining the rest of your game.

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In part four of our nine-part learning from pros series, LKD explains how Xander Schauffele and his coach Chris Como mastered the art of trickling in his golf swing changes. Good advice for the rest of us, too.

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In part three of our nine-part learning from pros series, LKD explains how Scottie Scheffler decided to stop using a method that tends to help lots of golfers, but what we can learn from it.

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In part two of our nine-part learning from pros series, LKD breaks down an interesting answer from Max Homa about how he uses different golf swing feels—and a grip change gone wrong

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In part one of our nine-part learning from pros series, LKD is looking back on some interesting quotes from players, starting with Rory McIlroy talking about his two-swing thought problem.

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In the final episode of this Golf IQ miniseries with DECADE Golf founder Scott Fawcett, LKD and Scott discuss why hitting the hero shot (almost) never works.

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In this episode of Golf IQ, LKD and DECADE Golf founder Scott Fawcett explains why the key to making more putts is...not trying to make them?

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In this episode of Golf IQ, LKD welcomes DECADE Golf founder Scott Fawcett to talk about the keys to making aggressive swings to conservative targets.

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LKD talks with Sam Weinman about his Low Net newsletter helping golfers decide when to tweak their move, and when to overhaul their golf swing.

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LKD talks with Sam Weinman about his Low Net newsletter, and specifically an unglamorous concept DECADE founder Scott Fawcett calls Strokes Lost: Stupid.

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LKD invites Jamie Kennedy onto the pod to talk about his recent article about five-tool golfers, and discuss how amateur golfers can apply it to their own game.

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Creating a wide backswing is a trendy golf swing move, and can have some benefits, but it can backfire. LKD and Drew Powell explain why how to avoid overdoing this key move.

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Speed control is king on the greens, and understanding how to use slopes to your advantage is key to that. In the final part of our scoring series, LKD and Drew Powell explain why taking the high route is almost always better.

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Coming over the top? Hitting nasty pulls and slices? You might not have enough "sway gap." On our penultimate episode of our rules for better scoring series, LKD and Drew Powell explore the concept of "sway gap" and why not having a big enough gap can cause major issues.

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In the next part of our series, LKD and Drew Powell discuss the grip and how the "two-knuckle rule" is a good guide for setting up with a neutral grip. That said, a neutral grip might not be right for you. The guys explain why.

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In the next episode of our better scoring series, LDK and Drew Powell explain the "5-second rule" and how it can help your full swings and your putts. Unless you're Scottie Scheffler, this benchmark for shifting your weight and staying balanced is a good thought for making sure you're in control of your golf swing.

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This special episode features audio from a clip of a recent Golf Digest+ Happy Hour, where Drew Powell and Dr. Sasho MacKenzie discuss the science of swinging faster and how to hole more putts. MacKenzie touches on common speed killers in elite and more novice golfers and how to avoid them. Golf Digest+ members can watch our complete webinar with golf's leading biomechanist.

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The saying is "tee it high, let it fly," but there's a compelling argument for teeing the ball up at different heights depending on the layout of the hole ahead and what you're trying to accomplish with your tee shot. In this episode, LKD and Drew Powell talk about how different tee heights will affect ball flight, shot shape and ultimately, accuracy.

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LKD and Drew Powell move on in our Rules for Better Scoring series with a short game tip that will help you stop bleeding shots around the green and, eventually, help you start getting shots back.

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How do you figure out what tees to play in a way that will still be fun, help you play faster and, crucially, in a way that mirrors what it feels like to be a PGA Tour player? The answer may be surprising. What's more, it's a great drill for learning how to score and feel the pressure of having birdie—and maybe even eagle—putts.

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LKD and Drew Powell recall an old episode with 2022 U.S. Open Matthew Fitzpatrick where he details how much distance he budgets for mishits. He may be a pro, but our guys break down his method and explain how it can be adjusted and applicable for players of all skill levels.

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In Part 2 of our better scoring series, LKD and Drew Powell explore Dr. Bhrett McCabe's '78-22' mindset and how focusing on what you have instead of what you think you should have will allow you to play better golf.

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LKD and Drew Powell explain the 20/20/20 drill, one of the best practice routines for improving your swing technique. Many non-elite golfers have limited range time, so making the most of it with this drill is about as effective as it gets.

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You need to play with what you've got on any given day. Sometimes that'll be your best, but more often than not, something will be off. But continuing to make mistakes trying to make something happen that just isn't happening is one of the fastest ways to blow up your scores. In this episode, LKD and Sam Weinman tie together their three-part series on mindset tactics to help you play better with a thought on how to make the most of a round.

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There are lots of things to think about before and during the golf swing—some more important than others. There's a new trend emerging among elite golfers to help get, and stay, in a proper mindset right before you swing.

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Rarely does one play a perfect round when everything goes according to plan. But limiting mistakes and getting back on track as quickly as possible is as much mental as it is physical. In this episode LKD and Sam Weinman frame how to think about turbulent times in your round and how to handle them.

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LDK and Drew Powell discuss uses of artificial intelligence in golf instruction. Through the use of a new app, Mustard, you can diagnose flaws in your swing and get tips from the best instructors in the game.

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We've all been there. The pros experienced it a few weeks ago at Royal Troon. The wind is whipping and it feels nearly impossible to keep your ball on the planet. It's easy for your swing to get all out of whack trying to fight the wind, but LKD and Drew Powell explain how to combat the winds and safely make your way around the course.

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Not all bunkers are created equal. But there are some fundamentals that should (almost) never change when trying to extract your ball from the sand. On this episode, Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell explain how hinging your wrists can help with a number of shots out of the bunker.

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Breaking 80 isn't easy, especially for two middle handicappers, but physical ability isn't always the defining factor. Sometimes, or even often, mental mistakes or intrusive thoughts can be the difference between glory and disappointment. This is how two regular players deal with those thoughts with glory on the line.

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Sam Weinman and Shane Ryan, two aspirational 80-breakers, try to hone in on what's working for them when their games are at their best. Shane, who has a few sub-80 rounds under his belt, details his tee-to-green prowess, while Sam, who's still on the hunt grapples with why he can't clear the final hurdle.

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Pros talk about it all the time—when they’re not playing well, they have a go-to shot to fall back on. In this episode, we explain how you can find your go-to shots to salvage the rounds when you’re not feeling your best.

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It's not easy to flip the switch between playing a regular round and one that matters. In this episode, two former college players detail how they prepare and strategize for competitive rounds and how to avoid mistakes that may derail them.

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One of the most common swing problems in golf is early extension. But what exactly does that mean? How do you fix it? On this episode of Golf IQ, Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell discuss this swing-killing move, drills to avoid it and what Ludvig Aberg does so well to make his swing so aesthetically pleasing.

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Hitting the ball farther is all the rage, but what about hitting it straighter? In this episode, LKD and Drew Powell share their favorite tips, including some from pros, on how to improve accuracy.

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Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell highlight the importance of ball position and illustrate how recognizing typical or atypical ball flights can help identify when a change in your setup is needed, even in the middle of a round. Also, a simple driving range tip so you can master ball position before you get to the course.

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Sam Weinman revisits a round Golf Digest contributor Shane Ryan played with PGA Tour caddie Paul Tesori on the bag. Ryan recounts the stark differences between playing the course one day on his own and the next day—with the goal of breaking 90—with the assistance of a caddie who has been on the bag for some of the best men in the game.

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Sean Zak returns do preview a fan-favorite chapter in his book Searching in St. Andrews, in which he caddies for Joel Dahmen in the Scottish Open and the lessons he learned in the process, including why you sometimes have to account for bunkers 400 yards from the tee and to always check which tee box you're playing from.

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Golf writer Sean Zak joins LKD to preview his book 'Searching in St. Andrews,' detailing his summer abroad in Scotland. It was a bizarre summer for the world of golf, but personally, Zak relearned the importance of hitting knockdown shots, removing spin on full shots and playing the ball on the ground. Important discoveries about the game of golf followed.

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It's the U.S. Open. Many greens will be missed. But on a typical U.S. Open venue, players would reach for a lofted wedge and play aerially toward the hole. This week, viewers will see pros grab their putter from off the green. Here's why and how they'll do it. Plus, a bonus tip on how to play a greenside recovery shot from the kind of thick rough we normally see at a U.S. Open.

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LKD and Drew Powell preview the 2024 Men's U.S. Open at Pinehurst, focussing on No. 2's famous Donald Ross turtleback greens. The team explores "effective green size" and how pros will—or at least should—go about their approach shots to put themselves in contention this week. Presented by the USGA.

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Sam Weinman revisits a round Golf Digest contributor Shane Ryan played with PGA Tour caddie Paul Tesori on the bag. Ryan recounts the stark differences between playing the course one day on his own and the next day with the assistance of a caddie who has been on the bag for some of the best men in the game.

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Sam Weinman and LKD explore the world of USGA Handicap Indexes. The team dives into misconceptions about handicaps, how handicaps can help you become a better players and what excites them about their upcoming, summer-long quest to improve their indexes. Presented by the USGA.

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2022 U.S. Open champion Matthew Fitzpatrick walks LKD through the final three holes at Muirfield Village, one of the toughest closing stretches on the PGA Tour. With water, bunkers and heavy rough lurking to derail players' rounds, Fitzpatrick details how he uses statistics and analytics to avoid the trouble. Presented by Workday.

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Tiger Woods has an interesting reason for why he was so good at the top of his game. LKD and Drew Powell dive into the intricacies of lag putting and why speed is more important than line.

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LKD and Drew Powell explain the benefits of a smooth putting stroke and why smooth doesn't necessarily mean slow.

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LKD and Drew Powell talk about why speed is so important and how close players should reasonably expect to hit their putts from various distances using the pros' eight percent rule.

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"The Pride of Augusta" Sam explains how Augusta National is actually quite playable and does, in fact, have some slow putts.

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Hitting quality golf shots under pressure doesn't have to amount to luck. Sam Weinman joins LKD to share some tips on how to think about approaching an important shot.

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Host Luke Kerr-Dineen and Maddi MacClurg discuss the state of their golf games at the beginning of the season and detail how they will go about improving as the year goes on. 

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LKD is joined by Golf Digest staffer Will Irwin and Titleist Performance Institute Fitting Analyst Chris Baingo to discuss how to get the right combination of clubs in the bag. Chris explains how he worked with Will to optimize performance with every club and the key metrics that go into determining which clubs were right for him.

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Golf Digest staffer Will Irwin joins the pod to talk about iron fitting.

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Here's how to shake off the rust in a way that will leave you feeling good—and confident.

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Golf Digest’s Sam Weinman joins the Golf IQ podcast to talk about expectation management, and the best way to shake the rust off your game.

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Creating speed in your swing starts with the takeaway.

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Lilia Vu’s over-the-top swing thought can help you fix your swing.

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Why some golfers prefer to float the club before starting their swing

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Focus on this instead.

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The secret is in the trail arm.

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And you should, too.

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Scott Fawcett explains why shot patterns matter.

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The lessons I’ve learned from playing with old clubs.

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Don’t overlook your footwork. It’s a ball-striking essential

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Tour pros do this on nearly every shot. Here’s why you should, too

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about some green-reading advice that helped Drew on the greens.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen talks with Sam Weinman about the dreaded 'over the top' move in golf and how to prevent it.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen talks with Sam Weinman about how to make your range time work better for you.

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In this final Hot List-themed episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen talks to equipment experts Mike Stachura and Mike Johnson about the two things they really want you to know about equipment.

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In this Hot List-themed episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen talks to equipment experts Mike Stachura and Mike Johnson about some of the biggest equipment trends in 2024.

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In this Hot List-themed episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen talks to equipment experts Mike Stachura and Mike Johnson about how to spot some equipment-related problems in your ball flight.

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In this Hot List-themed episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen talks to equipment experts Mike Stachura and Mike Johnson about why you should give your clubs specific jobs.

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In this Hot List-themed episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen talks to Equipment experts Mike Stachura and Mike Johnson about managing the gaps between your clubs in the bag.

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In this Hot List-themed episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen talks to Equipment experts Mike Stachura and Mike Johnson about the science behind loft-jacking, and what it means for your game.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Sam Weinman talk about what you can learn from playing with better players.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Sam Weinman talk about Sam's speed training journey, and the things he's learned so far.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Sam Weinman talk about the art of setting golf goals for your game—and the mistakes to avoid.

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How slowing things down can help you diagnose faults and ingrain fixes into your full swing.

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How to determine your eye dominance, and the crucial role it plays in your setup.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about the takeaway; how to check it, and the mistake Drew's been making on his own.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about posture. Yes, it's boring, but it's also really important.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about the potential value in switching between two different putting styles on the course.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about the different things we learned watching golf legends compete at the PNC Championship last week.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Maddi MacClurg and Drew Powell talk about how relaxed or intense you should be on the course.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about the new rope training drill that Luke has been obsessed with over the offseason.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about the chipping tip Drew learned playing with PGA Tour winner and top coach Stan Utley.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about how to trick your opponents into giving you more short putts, so you don’t have to sweat over them.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about spin loft, why so many golfers are talking about it, and how it can help you stop chunking chips.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about how to avoid screwing up a simple layup shot, and why those mistakes happen in the first place.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about how slow starts can ruin your round before it even begins, and share some tips on how to avoid them.

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In part 2 of our special two-part episode about artificial intelligence and golf, GOLF IQ Host Luke Kerr-Dineen is joined by Sportsbox AI CEO Jeehae Lee to dive into the breakthrough technology's role in building golf clubs, and finding the best ones for your game.

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In part 1 of our special two-part episode about artificial intelligence and golf, GOLF IQ Host Luke Kerr-Dineen is joined by Sportsbox AI CEO Jeehae Lee to dive into the breakthrough technology's role in the golf swing.

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There's nothing worse than making a bogey after a birdie. In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell share their advice on how to avoid that.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about the magic of warming up on the chipping green, why it helps, and how to do it well.

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Sliding your hips is a golf swing power killer. In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell share the tip that helped Luke stop doing that.

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Struggling to release the club? In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about the tip that helped Drew do exactly that.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about re-centering in the golf swing, and how it's the key move that makes everything else work.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Maddi MacClurg share their advice about what college golfers do once they start school — and what parents should know, too.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen and Maddi MacClurg talk about the basics of playing college golf — essential listening for parents and students.

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In the final part of this special mini-series of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen talks with fellow Golf Digest writer Shane Ryan, who explains how he pieced everything together to accomplish his goal—and how you can, too.

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In this special mini-series of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen talks with fellow Golf Digest writer Shane Ryan, who shares the putting tweak that helped him break 80 for the very first time

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In this special mini-series of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Luke Kerr-Dineen talks with fellow Golf Digest writer Shane Ryan, who shares his lesson after breaking 80 for the first time.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest editors Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell discuss how taking practice swings could be hurting your game—and the situations when they are most helpful.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest editors Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about how you can manage your bad shots by deciding which shot shape you dislike the most.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest editors Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about a simple checklist of basics they use before their iron shots, which help them hit more greens in regulation—and shoot lower scores.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest editors Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about the controversial topic of Aim Point, and the variation Luke has been using that has really helped him.
 

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest editors Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about their experiences arm lock putting, and whether it may help you.

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In this Episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest editors Luke Kerr-Dineen and Drew Powell talk about the key difference between swing thoughts, swing feels, and whether it's actually good to think about nothing at all during your swing.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest's Luke Kerr-Dineen and Maddi Maclurg discuss some overlooked basic strategies of winning matchplay matches that every golfer can use.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest's Luke Kerr-Dineen and Maddi Maclurg discuss the crucial iron range around 150 yards, and how golfers can strategize around it.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest's Luke Kerr-Dineen and Maddi Maclurg discuss some basic advice about getting your ball in play off the tee, easily and simply.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest's Luke Kerr-Dineen and Maddi Maclurg talk about spot putting. What it is, and why it helps simplify your approach on the greens

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest's Luke Kerr-Dineen and Maddi Maclurg talk about why par 3 holes are statistically the most difficult in golf, and some advice about how to make them a little easier

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In this episode of the GOLF IQ podcast, Golf Digest's Luke Kerr-Dineen and Maddi Maclurg talk about their recent trips to windy golf courses, and what they learned along the way.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest's Luke Kerr-Dineen and Maddi MacClurg discuss Brian Harman's incredible putting performance at the 2023 Open Championship, and what the rest of us can learn from it.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest editors Luke Kerr-Dineen and Maddi MacClurg talk about one stretch you can spot pros doing all the time on the range — and why you should, too.

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Golf Digest editors Luke Kerr-Dineen and Maddi MacClurg explain how better organizing your practice sessions can quickly upgrade your game.

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With the U.S. Women's Open this week, Golf Digest editors Luke Kerr-Dineen and Maddi MacClurg explain the draw secrets of LPGA Tour players.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest's Luke Kerr-Dineen and cohost Reed Howard discuss warming up and break down why it's so critical to your golf game.

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These are the games and drills that help make practice competitive

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and Digital Editor Sam Weinman explore more keys to being a golf parent.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest's Luke Kerr-Dineen and cohost Reed Howard talk about fades, how they work, and why they tend to do so well at the U.S. Open

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and Digital Editor Sam Weinman discuss expectation management.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and Digital Editor Sam Weinman discuss what to do when you have a bad warmup

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and Digital Editor Sam Weinman discuss the best way to handle bad breaks.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and Digital Editor Sam Weinman discuss what Sam learned playing golf with PGA Tour player Joel Dahmen.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and Assistant Editor Maddi MacClurg discuss a few of the ways they work on their game from the office

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and Assistant Editor Maddi MacClurg share their advice to parents of junior golfers — and the mistakes to avoid.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and Assistant Editor Maddi MacClurg discuss a fun experiment they tried to learn more about grip strength.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and Assistant Editor Maddi MacClurg share some advice on finding your perfect golf coach match.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and Assistant Editor Maddi MacClurg discuss heads-up putting and the idea behind it.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and Assistant Editor Maddi MacClurg use stats to dispel one of the dumbest arguments in golf.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and co-host Reed Howard explain how to stop the blow up shots around the green that hurt your score.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and co-host Reed Howard dive into the stats, and what they reveal about iron shots.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and co-host Reed Howard break down some surprising stats about blow up holes, and the key mistakes that cause them.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and co-host Reed Howard explain what a mental pre-shot routine is, why it helps, and how pros use them under pressure.

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In this episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and co-host Reed Howard tackle the boring — but important — topic of pre-shot routines.

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In this special episode, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen interviews Rory McIlroy about the health metrics he tracks to stay healthy, the injury scare which started it all, and his advice for the rest of us

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In the latest episode of the Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and co-host Reed Howard discuss swing speed, why it's so important, and the key ways you can train to get more of it without the risk of injuring yourself

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Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and co-host Reed Howard why making solid contact with your irons is such an important key to lowering your scores, discussing both the techniques and strategies, you can use to make purer contact.

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Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and co-host Reed Howard explain the strangely addicting method they use to whip their putting into shape, quickly.

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In the latest episode of the GOLF IQ podcast, Golf Digest’s Play Editor Luke and co-host Reed Howard outline a chipping technique they use to get up-and-down more around the greens with less practice — and fewer blow-ups.

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In their first episode of the relaunched Golf IQ podcast, Golf Digest Play Editor Luke Kerr-Dineen and co-host Reed Howard discuss some of the biggest unforced errors amateur golfers make that cause them to shoot higher scores — with some useful advice on how to fix them.

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GOLF IQ is a game improvement podcast hosted by Golf Digest's Play Editor, Luke Kerr-Dineen. Each week we drop new, nuggets of information and make them easier to understand, to help us all become smarter, better golfers.

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