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Author: David MacKenzie

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The Power Of Sensory Golf

The Power Of Sensory Golf

  • February 21, 2018
  • David MacKenzie
  • Pre Shot Routine
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Sensory golf is about being in the present and connected to the sensation of golf shots – not the future consequence of it or the mechanics of the movement. This is a far more effective way to play than using…

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Why Jon Rahm Needs To Get Control Of His Temper

Why Jon Rahm Needs To Get Control Of His Temper

  • February 7, 2018
  • David MacKenzie
  • Post shot routine
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Anyone who has watched Jon Rahm play will tell you that he’s an emotional player. In any given round, you’ll see a whole array of emotions on display, from elation and fist pumps, to f-bombs and club slamming. Jon Rahm…

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How To Play Your Best Under Pressure

How To Play Your Best Under Pressure

  • January 31, 2018
  • David MacKenzie
  • Performance Anxiety Management
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Nerves and stress can hit us in all areas of our lives. From being agitated over being late and stuck in traffic, to teeing off in a big tournament. Calming nerves on the golf course and overcoming fear, is something…

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3 Simple Techniques To Putt Better Under Pressure

3 Simple Techniques To Putt Better Under Pressure

  • January 18, 2018
  • David MacKenzie
  • Putting
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It's one thing to be a great putter in practice, but it's another to do it when the pressure's on, during a tournament. In this article I'm going to show you ways that you can putt better under pressure. How…

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How Deep Is Your Engagement During Your Pre Shot Routine?

How Deep Is Your Engagement During Your Pre Shot Routine?

  • January 11, 2018
  • David MacKenzie
  • Pre Shot Routine
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I saw a video earlier this week where Jason Dufner describes the purpose of his “waggle” during his pre shot routine and it compelled me to write this article. The "best" thing to focus on during your pre shot routine…

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Advice For A Parent Of A Junior Golfer

Advice For A Parent Of A Junior Golfer

  • January 3, 2018
  • David MacKenzie
  • Junior Golf
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Having been a mental coach to many junior golfers throughout the past 10 years, I’ve had plenty of experiences of witnessing how a parent of a junior golfer can affect a player's ability to access their potential, when the pressure…

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The Goal Setting Formula For Your Best Golf

The Goal Setting Formula For Your Best Golf

  • December 29, 2017
  • David MacKenzie
  • Goal setting and planning
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“Goals are the fuel in the furnace of achievement”. – Brian Tracy It's at this time of year (during the off season for most) that my students and I review the past year and set goals for the new season.…

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5 Top Tips To Improve Your Mental Game

5 Top Tips to Improve Your Mental Game

  • December 27, 2017
  • David MacKenzie
  • Mental Game Tips
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The mental game of golf is a huge factor in any golfer reaching their potential. It's all very well having good technical skills, but if you aren't able to access them under pressure because you are tense, anxious and have…

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Top 10 Mental Game Of Golf Tips

Top 10 Mental Game of Golf Tips

  • December 11, 2017
  • David MacKenzie
  • Mental Game Tips
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Here are Golf State of Mind's most popular golf mental tips for Improving Your Mental Game of Golf and Mental Toughness. Top 10 Tips To Improve Your Mental of Golf 1. 5 Mental Keys To Make This Weekend’s Round One…

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The Do’s And Don’ts Of Being A Parent To A Junior Golfer

The Do’s and Don’ts of Being A Parent To A Junior Golfer

  • December 6, 2017
  • David MacKenzie
  • Junior Golf
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As a mental coach, I work with junior players of all levels. Some are among the best in the world but all are striving to become the best they can be. Mental coaching for the junior golfer is the most…

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