Episodes

  • How Golfers Can Prevent and Manage Back Pain w/ Gavin Routledge

    How Golfers Can Prevent and Manage Back Pain w/ Gavin Routledge
    Aug 11 2025
    Back pain is one of the biggest issues keeping golfers from playing their best—or from playing at all. In this episode, back pain expert Gavin Routledge unpacks why so many golfers suffer, the biggest myths about back injuries, and how you can build a plan to play golf without pain. We cover: • The “Cliff of Pain” concept and how to stay far away from it • Why your back pain may not be coming from where you think • Practical exercises and lifestyle changes that make the biggest difference • The role of mental resilience in recovery and prevention Learn more about Gavin's programs and download his free resources on his website here: https://golf.painfreeandconfident.com/ Use promo code THESWEETSPOT15 for 15% off his program Thank you to our show sponsors DeleteMe, Ethos, and LMNT: DeleteMe makes it easy, quick, and safe to remove your personal data online at a time when surveillance and data breaches are common enough to make everyone vulnerable. Take control of your data and keep your private life private by signing up for DeleteMe. Now at a special discount for our listeners. Get 20% your DeleteMe plan by texting SWEET to 64000. Message and data rates apply. • Ethos is an online platform that makes getting life insurance fast and easy There is no complicated process and it’s 100% online No medical exam required. You just answer a few health questions Get a quote in as little as 10 minutes You can get same-day coverage without ever leaving your house Get your free quote today at https://www.ethos.com/sweetspot⁠https://www.ethos.com/sweetspot • If you want to take your hydration to the next level without sugar and all of the other dodgy ingredients in sports drinks, then you need to try LMNT. They just released a limited edition lemonade blend for the summer months. Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://drinklmnt.com/sweetspot⁠⁠⁠ to claim your free gift. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • How Do Temperature, Wind, Altitude, and Humidity Alter Ball Flight?

    How Do Temperature, Wind, Altitude, and Humidity Alter Ball Flight?
    Aug 4 2025
    This week, we're rewinding to our episode on how the elements affect ball flight! Chris Broadie and Marty Jertson from PING/Ballnamic join us to discuss the big 4. How do wind, temperature, humidity, and altitude alter ball flight? You are definitely going to learn something new and will likely change your mind on what you've been told all these years. Thank you to our show sponsors DeleteMe and Pestie DeleteMe makes it easy, quick, and safe to remove your personal data online at a time when surveillance and data breaches are common enough to make everyone vulnerable. Take control of your data and keep your private life private by signing up for DeleteMe. Now at a special discount for our listeners. Get 20% your DeleteMe plan by texting SWEET to 64000. Message and data rates apply. • Tired of bugs invading your home? Pestie is a simple, DIY pest control kit customized to your location and climate—no expensive service needed. For just $35 per treatment, you get everything you need to keep your home bug-free, with a 100% money-back guarantee. It’s pet and kid-friendly and even used in schools and hospitals. Sweet Spot listeners get 10% off at ⁠⁠⁠pestie.com/sweetspots Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • The Truth About Shot Shaping: Why Curving the Ball Isn’t Always Better

    The Truth About Shot Shaping: Why Curving the Ball Isn’t Always Better
    Jul 28 2025
    Everyone talks about hitting fades and draws… but should you actually be shaping the ball both ways? In this episode, we explore the real tradeoffs of intentional shot shaping versus playing more neutral - including how it affects dispersion, confidence, and your ability to manage the course. We also break down why most golfers misunderstand “two-way misses,” and how face control (not curve) is what really separates the best players. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re overcomplicating your shot shapes, this one’s for you. Thank you to our show sponsor LMNT If you want to take your hydration to the next level without sugar and all of the other dodgy ingredients in sports drinks, then you need to try LMNT. They just released a limited edition lemonade blend for the summer months. Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://drinklmnt.com/sweetspot⁠⁠⁠ to claim your free gift. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • How to Deal With Scar Tissue In Your Golf Game

    How to Deal With Scar Tissue In Your Golf Game
    Jul 21 2025
    If you play golf long enough, you will develop plenty of scar tissue. Adam and Jon share some personal experiences to highlight how our mistakes and setbacks are necessary to achieve what we want in our golf games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • How Grip Size and Pressure Can Reduce Dispersion by 30% w/ Liam Mucklow

    How Grip Size and Pressure Can Reduce Dispersion by 30% w/ Liam Mucklow
    Jul 14 2025
    Golf coach Liam Mucklow joins us to share some interesting data he uncovered in his study on grip pressure and size. We learn how the size of your grip can reduce dispersion by over 30% and how grip strength and pressure are among the "secrets" to achieving better golf swings. Thank you to our show sponsors Hammer Made, Ethos Life Insurance, LMNT, and Pestie: Ethos is an online platform that makes getting life insurance fast and easy There is no complicated process and it’s 100% online No medical exam required. You just answer a few health questions Get a quote in as little as 10 minutes You can get same-day coverage without ever leaving your house Get your free quote today at https://www.ethos.com/sweetspothttps://www.ethos.com/sweetspot • Tired of bugs invading your home? Pestie is a simple, DIY pest control kit customized to your location and climate—no expensive service needed. For just $35 per treatment, you get everything you need to keep your home bug-free, with a 100% money-back guarantee. It’s pet and kid-friendly and even used in schools and hospitals. Sweet Spot listeners get 10% off at ⁠⁠pestie.com/sweetspots • If you want to take your hydration to the next level without sugar and all of the other dodgy ingredients in sports drinks, then you need to try LMNT. They just released a limited edition lemonade blend for the summer months. Visit ⁠⁠https://drinklmnt.com/sweetspot⁠⁠ to claim your free gift. • Hammer Made offers unique, stylish, and small-batch-produced menswear. Manufactured in the same facilities as some of the top luxury brands, but without the crazy price tag. Look good and feel good with their perfectly tailored polos, button-downs, sport coats, and more. Use code SWEETSPOT at ⁠https://www.hammermade.com/sweetspot⁠ to get $50 off your first purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • The Science of Attack Angle and Arc Depth

    The Science of Attack Angle and Arc Depth
    Jun 30 2025
    To learn more about our favorite training aid, the Divot Board, visit their website here This episode explores the concept of attack angle and arc depth. We explore the tradeoffs in technique, how these are two different (but related) concepts, and how you can make meaningful changes based on your swing tendencies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • The Timeless Wisdom of Harvey Penick's Little Red Book

    The Timeless Wisdom of Harvey Penick's Little Red Book
    Jun 23 2025
    Harvey Penick's Little Red Book is regarded as one of the best golf books ever written. In this episode, we break down some of the top takeaways from the book that remain relevant today, despite being decades old. What's old is new again! Thank you to our show sponsors Hack Motion, Rhoback, and LMNT Analyzing thousands of swings, our partner HackMotion found that casting is one of the most common faults among mid- and higher-handicap players — and a major reason for lost power, poor contact, and inconsistency. If you’re releasing the club early in the downswing, you’re leaving distance on the table and making it harder to strike the ball solidly. The good news? You can fix it with one simple drill. What is here: https://hackmotion.com/affiliates/sweetspot/?aff=66 • Experience the unmatched comfort and versatility of Rhoback (pronounced ROW-back) Activewear, perfect for the golf course to everyday life. From polos with the best collars in the game to incredibly soft Q-zips for early morning rounds and hoodies so comfortable you'll never want to take them off, Rhoback delivers performance without sacrificing style. Use code SWEET20 for 20% off your first purchase at ⁠⁠⁠⁠rhoback.com • If you want to take your hydration to the next level without sugar and all of the other dodgy ingredients in sports drinks, then you need to try LMNT. They just released a limited edition lemonade blend for the summer months. Visit ⁠https://drinklmnt.com/sweetspot⁠ to claim your free gift. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Ground Reaction Forces & Ball Rollback w/ Dr. Sasho Mackenzie

    Ground Reaction Forces & Ball Rollback w/ Dr. Sasho Mackenzie
    Jun 16 2025
    Dr. Sasho Mackenzie joins the show to discuss the role of ground reaction forces in the golf swing, his thoughts on the golf ball rollback, and several other topics! Thank you to our show sponsors Pestie, Rhoback, Ridge and Maui Nui Tired of bugs invading your home? Pestie is a simple, DIY pest control kit customized to your location and climate—no expensive service needed. For just $35 per treatment, you get everything you need to keep your home bug-free, with a 100% money-back guarantee. It’s pet and kid-friendly and even used in schools and hospitals. Sweet Spot listeners get 10% off at ⁠pestie.com/sweetspots • Looking for a lean, high-protein snack on the course? Maui Nui meat sticks pack 10g of protein in just 55 calories, with a clean, simple flavor perfect for golf. Sourced from wild axis deer on Maui, Maui Nui is the only company offering 100% wild-harvested, stress-free meat—part of a mission to restore Hawaii’s ecosystem. Trusted by names like Dr. Huberman and Tim Ferriss, their products are a go-to for health-conscious eaters. Check out sticks, fresh cuts, and more at ⁠mauinuivenison.com/golf⁠. • Experience the unmatched comfort and versatility of Rhoback (pronounced ROW-back) Activewear, perfect for the golf course to everyday life. From polos with the best collars in the game to incredibly soft Q-zips for early morning rounds and hoodies so comfortable you'll never want to take them off, Rhoback delivers performance without sacrificing style. Use code SWEET20 for 20% off your first purchase at ⁠⁠⁠rhoback.com • Looking for a sleek, thin wallet that you can keep in your front pocket? Ridge is literally the last wallet you'll ever have to buy - it's made with premium materials like aluminum and carbon fiber. And all ridge wallets come with a lifetime warranty . With over 100,000 5-star reviews and 50 colors to choose from you likely won't have to take advantage of their 99-day risk-free trial, but it's there if you need it. Go to ridge.com/sweetspot and use promo code SWEETSPOT for 10% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 30 mins