The Scratch Golfer's Mindset Podcast

If you're the golfer who groans at the thought of stretching or scoffs at the word "yoga," this episode is especially for you.

Joining me today is Lauren McMillin—founder of YoGolf Performance and a certified yoga instructor who specializes in helping golfers move better, feel better, and, yes, play better. In this episode, Lauren dismantles the common excuses and outdated beliefs that have kept so many of us (especially men) from incorporating yoga into our golf performance routines.

We explore how yoga goes far beyond flexibility. You'll learn how it improves spinal rotation (hello, more shoulder turn and distance), strengthens your connection to the ground (read: more power and balance), and trains your nervous system to respond rather than react—all of which translate directly to better performance on the course and faster recovery off of it.

In today’s episode, you’ll learn:

• Why most golfers resist yoga—and why that’s costing you distance, consistency, and recovery
• The most common myths and misconceptions about yoga (spoiler: you don’t need to be flexible!)
• How yoga improves your swing, focus, and mental resilience
• What “movement modality” really means—and why yoga is the ultimate one for golf
• Simple, golf-specific breathing and movement techniques you can start using today
• How barefoot balance work can actually help you hit longer, straighter shots
• A quick pre- and post-round routine to boost performance and prevent injury
• The surprising sleep benefits of yoga—and how they help your game
• How to build a consistent yoga routine without a studio or 60-minute commitment

Get your pencils ready and start listening. 

P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here.

More About Lauren

Lauren McMillin, yoga and movement specialist, is the founder of YoGolf Performance, golf’s online yoga studio. For nearly a decade, she has worked with yoga practitioners and golfers of all levels, using yoga, Pilates, and functional movement to help them move and feel their best. 

In addition to being featured in Golf Digest and PGA.com, Lauren has been a speaker at the PGA Show, and is co-author of The Ultimate Golf Fitness Program.

Learn more about and connect with Lauren here. 

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