The importance of mental conditioning in golf is often overlooked.
However, it can be the difference between a successful shot and a shank that leaves you questioning every aspect of your swing.
Bo Watson & Shannon Shusky introduced the BALL acronym - Breathe, Affirm, Look back, Look forward - a simple yet effective mental exercise that could help golfers transition from a state of panic and overthinking (the "red light state") to a state of calm focus (the "green light state").
This technique, backed by EEG scans from neuroscientists, can effectively mimic the calming effect of a 20-minute meditation session in just 10 seconds.
It's not just about physical relaxation; it's about calming the mental traffic in your brain to improve your performance on the golf course.
In the end, it's not just about perfecting your swing - it's also about mastering the game inside your head.
Listen to the full Golf Smarter episode here!: https://www.golfsmarter.com/category/podcasts/
With Bo Watson & Shannon Shusky
Host:
Fred Greene
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