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Wicked Smart Golf

Michael Leonard

Welcome to Wicked Smart Golf, the go-to podcast for golfers who want to shoot lower scores and play their best without changing their swing. Hosted by Michael Leonard, a +2 handicap golfer, best-selling author, and founder of Wicked Smart Golf, this show has helped golfers around the world play smarter, more consistent golf with over 1 million downloads and counting. Michael has written over 4 million words on golf, authored four books, and built one of the fastest-growing platforms in the game,

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44:40

109: Jerome Rufin: Moving Across the Country to...

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/04/20

Imagine moving across the country with one goal - to become a scratch golfer! Would you do it? Today I got a chance to interview Jerome Rufin who is just starting the game and did just that. He's so obsessed that he left his life in NYC and moved to San Diego with one goal - become a scratch golfer. But here's the kicker... he's only played golf for about a month. However, he's not trying to learn it all on his own and has recruited some of the top instructors and specialists to achieve his goals

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15:34

108: 5 Pre-Shot Routine Mistakes That Cost You 5+...

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/04/18

Your pre-shot routine (or lack thereof) is costing you strokes every single round. A good routine is your bridge from the range to the course. As Dr. Bob Rotella said, "Your routine is your wingman on the golf course." To play your best you need a routine... but you need to time it right with the correct rituals to make it effective. In this episode you'll learn: The timing of a great routine. How a good routine primes your mind. Why most golfers can't visualize their ideal shot. Why you should

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04:09

107: A Simple 10-Minute Putting Routine for 10X...

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/04/14

Stop skipping the putting green before the round. Use this simple 10-minute putting routine every round to make more putts and have confidence over the ball. WICKED SMART GOLF RESOURCES Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching 10X your confidence on the greens with the Look and Shoot Method. Take your practice to the next level with my FREE mini-course: Practice Like a Pro. Master your pre-shot routine in golf to save 3–5 shots per round: Join Pre-Shot Like a Pro. Learn how to shoot lower

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106: Q&A: How Do I Eliminate Technical Swing Thoughts?

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/04/13

If you're like most golfers you've probably gotten too much in your head with endless mechanical swing thoughts during the round. Thinking things like: Push off the ground. Take it back more outside. Accelerate on the downswing. Make sure to hinge your wrists. Or whatever swing issue you're currently facing. That's golf - we tend to get overly technical but let me ask... has it ever helped your game? Chances are no, it hasn't... to play your best golf and get in the zone you need to LET GO. When

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105: 7 Ways to Shoot Lower Scores Immediately...

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/04/11

The Masters tournament is sadly over but there is a LOT to take away to help your game. In today's episode we'll break down a few of the biggest lessons from the first major of the year to help your game. When you listen to this new episode you will learn: How to play faster (and score lower). Why golf is so much more than a perfect golf swing. The one equipment switch that can help you drive like Jon Rahm. Why you should ditch your normal group to play with better golfers (sometimes). And a lot

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03:45

104: Use Jon Rahm's Mental Hack to Go Low

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2023/04/07

Don't let a bad shot or bad hole get you down... the Golf Gods don't care about your whining! Instead, use these shots or holes as fuel to bounce back like Jon Rahm did on day one of the masters. Despite an ugly 4-putt double bogey he went on to shoot 65 & is tied for the lead. WICKED SMART GOLF PRACTICE RESOURCES 10X your confidence on the greens with the Look and Shoot Method. Take your practice to the next level with my FREE mini-course: Practice Like a Pro. Unlock your potential by taking

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41:13

REPLAY: Abe Candelaria - From Pro Baseball to Top 10...

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/04/06

This guest podcast with Abe Candelaria is a game-changer! Abe didn't pick up a golf club until he was 24 years old after moving on from baseball. Within three months he was competing in his first tournament (talk about trial by fire). Now, he's a top-rated Arizona amateur golfer, +3 handicap, and won the San Diego amateur in 2021 at Torrey Pines. When you listen to today's episode you will learn: How to set golf goals The art of preparing for golf tournaments What to do daily to improve your golf

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18:47

103: Masters Week - 7 Things You Can Learn from the Pros

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/04/04

It's the best week of the year - MASTERS week! If you're like me, it's time to barely work this week and instead, watch a TON of golf. Will a LIV golfer or PGA player win? Will there be drama? Will Tiger win again? It's going to be epic! But instead of mindlessly watching the best guys on the best course, learn from them! There's a ton you can learn from watching the best players in the world and apply to your game. In today's episode I break down seven things to consider when watching copious

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03:55

102: Use Phil Mickelson's 25/75 Rule to Never Miss...

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/03/31

Learn this simple putting tip from Phil Mickelson to never miss from short range again. Here's the video I referenced in the podcast that will transform your long game. Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/practice Pre-Shot Like a Pro (Video Series) https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/routine Ready to master the mental game? Learn more about Mental Golf Type (MGT):

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34:20

101: Camden Nierman on How Clubfitting Can Save 5+...

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/03/30

Your equipment can make golf a lot harder... or, a lot easier. It's such an important topic that I dedicated an entire chapter of my book to stress the importance of playing the right clubs. Your clubheads, shafts, and even grips play a big role in helping you shoot your lowest scores (without swing changes). After getting fit for a new PXG hybrid I had to bring on my friend and fitter Camden Nierman. He fit me for a new 17* 2H PXG club and it's been one of my favorite clubs ever. In today's

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100: Why I Quit My $100K Career for Golf (FREE GIVEAWAY)

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/03/28

Wow - episode #100! First off - thank you for the support, it means a ton. In 13 months, I've done tons of solo episodes, brought on amazing guests, and hopefully helped you become a wicked smart golfer. Today I wanted to mix it up and share more about my story, why I left corporate America, and hopefully provide you some extra motivation to crush your life and golf goals in 2023. In this episode I'll share: Why you need BIG goals. How I dropped 50 shots in four years. The biggest lessons in 25

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03:33

99: Ask Yourself This Question After a Bad Drive

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2023/03/24

In today's "five minute Friday" learn how to avoid big numbers and save shots every round with this one question. Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/practice Pre-Shot Like a Pro (Video Series) https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/routine Ready to master the mental game? Learn more about Mental Golf Type (MGT): https://www.mentalgolftype.com/a/39011/Hfvo4urF Want to have Tiger like confidence with your

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13:36

98: Q&A - How Do I Break 90 Consistently?

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2023/03/23

Breaking 90 is a great goal and this episode will teach you how to do it CONSISTENTLY... without any changes to your swing. Because here's the thing, whether you're a 14 handicap or a scratch golfer (or a pro) your swing is always a work in progress. It's constantly testing and tinkering to figure out how to build a more consistent swing. But the good news is that you CAN break 90 consistently without changing your swing. In this episode we'll cover: Why you need a pre-shot routine How to play par

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21:57

97: The ONE Thing You Need Every Round to Play Great...

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/03/21

After just finishing a 4-day Arizona golf event I had to share a few mental game tips. Because if you've ever played in tournament golf, you know it's a grind... especially four days worth of golf. In today's episode you will learn: Why you should sign up for a tournament The mindset you need every time you tee it up What question to ask yourself after a bad tee shot Why you need a "7-shot" rule to accept bad shots and have more fun Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Learn how to

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96: Speed Up Your Routine to Play Better (Tee to Green)

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/03/17

Learn the perfect timing of a pre-shot routine to help you hit more fairways, greens, and drain more putts. This simple tip might just change the way you play golf forever. Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Pre-Shot Like a Pro (Video Series) https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/routine Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/practice

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95. Bryce Cope on Bucket List Courses & Mastering...

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/03/16

Bryce Cope is a Virginia Beach based coach with more than 20 years of golf experience. In 2021, he started sharing his teaching on social media and within 18 months has more than 100,000 followers on both TikTok and Instagram. I reached out to Bryce in January as I was going through a slump and he helped me fix my game FAST. In this episode we'll discuss: The most memorable ace of his life How to make swing changes in season Some of the biggest amateur golf mistakes to avoid What it's like

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20:03

94: This Mind Blowing Amateur Golf Study Changes...

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/03/14

A Golf Monthly article titled "10 Mind Blowing Amateur Golf Stats" is about to blow your mind! Arccos Golf tracked 540 million shots over 11.5 million rounds using their patented Smart Sensors. The data is shocking and help you reset expectations to start playing better golf. In this episode I'll review some of the biggest findings and help you shoot lower scores with better course management. Remember, the right expectations can reduce pressure and help you play more consistently (not to mention

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03:46

93: Why You Should Leave 3W in the Bag

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/03/10

In this edition of 5-minute Friday learn why you should leave 3-wood in the bag more often. And how a fairway finder can change your golf game! Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/practice Pre-Shot Like a Pro (Video Series) https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/routine Ready to master the mental game? Learn more about Mental Golf Type (MGT): https://www.mentalgolftype.com/a/39011/Hfvo4urF Want to have Tiger

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01:02:34

REPLAY: John Weir Teaches a Master Class on Mental...

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/03/09

John Weir is one of the top names in the mental golf world and has real-world experience as a caddy on the PGA and Korn Ferry Tour. He is the creator of the Mental Golf Type® program, the author of Golfer’s Guide to Mental Fitness, and received top awards as a certified hypnotherapist. When you listen to this full interview you will receive a free masterclass on the mind and take your mental game to the next level. Some of the topics we cover include: How to get in the zone The art of a pre-shot

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17:48

92: Finding the Right Driver - 5 Simple Strategies

Wicked Smart Golf ·

2023/03/07

Your driver can make or break your game. Think about it, you probably hit it 12-14 times per round! Needless to say, if you don't LOVE your driver you're making golf 10X harder. In this episode I discuss the five factors when selecting a new driver (or adjusting your current one). With all the new clubs from Callaway, TaylorMade, Cobra, and more out, it might be time to upgrade your game. In this episode you'll learn: Why loft is your friend Swing speed for each shaft flex Why your driver shaft

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