Ep 027: Flowcode Golf: Simple Strategies to think your way to better golf.

In this episode, Rick Sessinghaus, the creator of Flowcode, discusses the importance of mental game strategies in golf. He shares his journey from being a frustrated golfer to a performance coach, emphasizing the significance of understanding anxiety, focus, and emotional regulation. The conversation covers various aspects of mental training, including pre-shot and post-shot routines, the differences between elite and amateur players, and the importance of a creator mindset. Rick also highlights the value of realistic practice environments and the role of self-awareness in improving performance.

Takeaways

• The mental game is about state management, including emotional and physical states.
• Anxiety can be reframed as a challenge rather than a threat.
• Curiosity in post-shot analysis leads to better learning than self-criticism.
• Self-awareness is crucial for golfers to understand their feelings and reactions.
• The creator mindset empowers golfers to take responsibility for their performance.
• Practicing mental skills away from the course is vital for improvement.
• Post-shot routines should focus on learning rather than emotional reactions.
• The principles of mental training apply to both elite and amateur players.
• Juniors often absorb mental training concepts better than adults.
• Realistic practice environments enhance performance preparation.

Timestamps

(00:00) Introduction to Flow Code and Guest Background

(03:11) The Journey from Player to Coach

(06:36) Understanding Anxiety and Performance

(09:27) The Importance of Focus and Mindset

(11:41) Pre-Shot Routine: Physical vs. Mental

(13:42) Comparing Elite Players and Amateurs

(16:09) Back to Basics: Mental Game Fundamentals

(18:00) The Evolution of Colin Morikawa

(19:23) Teaching Juniors: Learning Through Play

(21:18) Realistic Practice: Preparing for the Course

(23:05) Mental Skills Practice Away from the Course

(25:44) The Power of Self-Awareness

(27:27) Overcoming Mental Barriers in Golf

(29:51) Embracing a Creator Mindset

32:37) Navigating Paralysis by Analysis

(37:59) The Importance of Post-Shot Routines

(41:29) Introducing Flowcode and Coaching Services

(44:05) Anticipating the Ryder Cup

(48:16) Introduction to the Conversation with Rick

(48:43) Exploring the Fundamentals of Mental Game

(49:40) The Importance of Mental Practice Schedules

(50:52) Conclusion and Call to Action

Sit back and enjoy our golfing chat in Episode 27 of The Halfway Hut Podcast

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