Golf season feels like it's officially over in my neck of the woods.

Nothing but good memories from the 2024 season. Rewarding in the fact that I played more tournaments than ever before.

Had a blast doing it.

Now it's time to ramp up the training to improve performance next year.

Anyone else out there starting to think about what they need to improve?

I'm going to be dialing in the simulator with new tech and training aids to optimize for improvement next few weeks.

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Justin Thomas talks about driver strategy.

Check out this video with Justin Thomas talking about his approach with the driver.

His goal used to be hitting it far and swinging as hard as he could but it seems like it’s changing pretty dramatically.

His Driving Accuracy Percentage of 55.83% (148th on tour) shows he's still working on hitting more fairways and his distance has been in the long enough, 309.1 yards (32nd)

One of his go-to shots is something he calls the "Bullet." It’s a lower, controlled shot that doesn’t carry far, but runs forever (in the video it only carried 255 yards with a 175 ball speed).

In the video he’s hitting a bunch of shots with pretty low spin numbers.

It’s interesting to see him trying to get the ball on the ground quickly and looking for the roll out.

Anyone ever tried to play around with a stock bullet shot with under 2000 rpm spin?

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🧵 2 Interesting threads on Ben An you should check out!

Jamie Kennedy @jamierkennedy One of the shots of the year 👇 But not a lot people saw it. The breakdown of the shot and why it was so good 🧵 10:50 AM • Oct 28, 2024 29 Retweets 687 Likes Read 15 replies

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LKD @LukeKerrDineen Ben An's victory last week was the culmination of years of hard work on his golf swing. The changes are pretty radical. Let's break them down 🧵 4:56 PM • Oct 28, 2024 5 Retweets 253 Likes Read 5 replies

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​4 Step Range Warm-Up: Setting the Tone for Your Round

After you warm up your body here's what you should do when you hit the range.

All info from Mark Blackburn. You can watch more here.

The range warm-up is about loosening up, getting comfortable, and understanding your ball flight for the day. It’s not a time to make swing changes or overthink.

• STEP 1 - Start with wedges: Begin with half swings and progress to full swings. Hit 10-15 balls with your wedges to get a feel for your strike, tempo, and the conditions of the day. Focus on:
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  • Distance control: Hit shots in 10-yard increments, focusing on hitting specific targets.
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  • Turf conditions: Pay attention to how the turf interacts with your club. Adjust your angle of attack and feel accordingly to match the conditions.
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• STEP 2 - Mid-irons:
  • Tempo and rhythm: Avoid hitting full-power shots right away. Focus on a smooth, balanced swing that you can rely on during your round.
  • Alignment and aim: Make sure your body is aligned correctly, and practice hitting toward specific targets to reinforce good habits.
• STEP 3 - Driver: Focus on generating club head speed. This part of the warm-up is designed to activate your power and get your body primed for explosive swings.
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  • Get your club head speed up: As the round approaches, you want to feel like you’re ready to swing fast and efficiently. Use this time to push your speed, and notice how your ball reacts when you increase your swing speed.
• STEP 4 - Simulate the first few holes: As you wrap up your range warm-up, shift your focus to the mental side of the game:
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  • Visualize the first holes: Imagine yourself standing on the first tee box. Picture the layout of the hole and the shot you plan to hit. Use your final swings to simulate the first few shots you’ll take during your round.
  • Practice your course strategy: If the first hole is a par 4, simulate your tee shot with your driver, then follow up with an iron or wedge that you’ll likely need for your approach. This helps mentally prepare you to step up and execute your plan on the course.

Important Reminders:

• The range warm-up is not a practice session. You’re simply loosening up and getting a feel for your shots. Don’t get caught up in trying to fix swing issues right before a round.
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• Stay relaxed: The warm-up is meant to prepare your body and mind. Keep your heart rate steady and approach each shot calmly.

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🗓 Send this to a friend who is trying to break 100

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Till next time,

-Cordie

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✍️ Written By: Cordie Walker.
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