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502: John Irvine - Golf Gains 101 (Strength, Speed, and Longevity)

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502: John Irvine - Golf Gains 101 (Strength, Speed, and Longevity)

Wicked Smart Golf›
Jun 11, 202654:40

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John Irvine is the founder of Golf Gains Fitness, a leading golf fitness coaching company that helps golfers build stronger, more athletic bodies to increase distance, prevent injuries, and perform at a higher level on the course. A TPI-certified golf fitness coach, John specializes in combining strength training, mobility, nutrition, and performance coaching into practical programs designed specifically for golfers.

Through his online coaching, content, and Functional Golf Training™ methodology, he has helped thousands of golfers improve their fitness and translate those gains into lower scores and more enjoyment on the course. In this episode, you will learn:

  • Outdated myths holding golfers back
  • Why your exercises should not look "golfy"
  • The benefits of contrast training to generate speed
  • The difference for in season vs. offseason training
  • How the Golf Gains app can help you simplify training 

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June 11, 2026.
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