See it and Sink it - A Putting Masterclass with Dr Craig Farnsworth  #328

See it and Sink it - A Putting Masterclass with Dr Craig Farnsworth #328

Author: Karl Morris October 11, 2024 Duration: 55:12

In this episode, Karl Morris interviews Dr. Craig Farnsworth, an optometrist turned renowned putting coach. Dr. Farnsworth discusses his journey from eye training to coaching elite golfers like Nick Faldo and Bernard Langer. He highlights the importance of visual skills in better aligning putts and overcoming mental barriers.

Dr. Farnsworth shares insights into improving pace control and alignment through perceptual accuracy and visualization. He emphasizes the mental aspect of golf, utilizing visualization, attention training, and stress management techniques to enhance performance. Coaches and players are encouraged to view putting as a set of puzzles to solve, focusing on developing strong perceptual skills alongside technical ability.

Dr. Farnsworth also mentions his books, "See It and Sink It" and "The Putting Prescription," which delve into his methodologies.

00:00 Opener

03:17 Introduction and Guest Welcome

03:23 Early Career and Notable Collaborations

04:08 Insights on Bernard Langer

06:09 The Journey from Optometrist to Putting Coach

09:02 The Importance of Visual Skills in Sports

10:30 Techniques for Improving Putting Alignment

14:26 Pace Control in Putting

22:35 Mental Aspects of Golf

27:49 Transformative Impact of Dr. Farnsworth

28:32 Training Techniques for Golfers

29:23 Visualization in Putting

31:39 Common Mistakes and Solutions

33:54 Managing Anxiety on the Green

35:44 Pre-Shot Routine and Focus

38:37 Feedback Devices and Practice

40:57 Mental Game and Stress Response

43:30 Final Thoughts and Resources

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Karl Morris has spent years working as a performance coach with some of the best golfers in Europe, and in Mind Caddie-Improve Your Mental Golf Game, he shares that expertise directly with you. This isn't just about swing thoughts or technical fixes; it's a deep, practical exploration of the psychology that dictates performance on the course. The conversation moves beyond simple positive thinking to address the real challenges players face: handling frustration after a bad hole, maintaining focus over eighteen holes, and building a resilient confidence that doesn't vanish under tournament pressure. Each episode feels like a personal session, breaking down the mental frameworks used by tour professionals into actionable strategies for any committed player. You'll hear discussions on managing expectations, creating effective pre-shot routines, and understanding how your brain can be your greatest asset or your biggest obstacle. The aim is to provide the tools that help you access your best game more often, turning those range sessions into reliable performance when it truly counts. Tune into this podcast for honest, nuanced talks that get to the heart of why we play the way we do, offering a distinct advantage that has nothing to do with new equipment and everything to do with the space between your ears.
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