Mike Bender On Efficient Swings And Better Practice

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We sit down with Hall of Fame coach Mike Bender to talk about building an efficient golf swing that holds up under pressure, not just a swing that looks good in slow motion. We dig into how great players practice, how motor learning actually works, and why commitment to one clear plan beats chasing the newest tip. 
• Mike’s origin story and how early obsession shaped his path 
• Why organized instruction and clear models matter more than random tips 
• The difference between building a foundation and stacking band-aids 
• Imperatives vs essentials and what Bender prioritizes in transition 
• How “arms feel” can produce better sequencing than you expect 
• Zach Johnson’s development, tendencies, and the value of maintenance mode 
• A scoring-first blueprint for shorter hitters: drive it well, wedge it tight, putt great 
• Wedge play principles: lower launch, higher spin, better distance control 
• Motor programs, myelin, exaggeration, and why feedback speeds change 
• Why you should not try to rebuild your swing during a round 
• How to choose a coach, what to ask, and why buy-in is everything 
• Technology as an analysis tool, not the teacher, and why numbers can block progress 
• The speed myth Bender would banish and what he teaches.

You can find Mike at, www.mikebender.com. Also, you can find Mike under his name on all social media platforms. 

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