When Thinking Too Much Ruins Your Golf Game By Dr. Barry Lotz, J.D., Ph.D. – Director, PGTAA One of the greatest ironies in golf is this: The harder many golfers try to “figure out” their swing during a competitive round, the worse they … [Read more...]
10 Simple Ways to Calm Your Nerves When You’re Feeling Anxious
10 Simple Ways to Calm Your Nerves When You’re Feeling Anxious Quick Fixes That Actually Work Anxiety can tighten your body, cloud your thinking, and make small problems feel overwhelming. Fortunately, calming yourself down does not always … [Read more...]
Core Philosophy: Systems for Success
Core Philosophy: Systems for Success At the heart of Dr. Barry Lotz’s and the Professional Golf Teachers Association of America (PGTAA) philosophy is a simple but powerful truth: success in golf is built on systems, not hope, luck, or … [Read more...]
These Golf Mantras Will Definitely help You to Play Better Golf
These Golf Mantras Will Definitely help You to Play Better Golf Most golfers spend countless hours working on their golf swing, buying new equipment, and searching for the latest “magic move.” Yet very few ever train the most important six inches … [Read more...]
The Blueprint for Great Putting: Why Tempo, Feel, and Commitment Matter More Than Mechanics
The Blueprint for Great Putting: Why Tempo, Feel, and Commitment Matter More Than Mechanics By Dr. Barry Lotz, J.D., Ph.D. Director, Professional Golf Teachers Association of America (PGTAA) www.pgtaa.com In today’s era of launch monitors, … [Read more...]
FOMO versus JOMO
FOMO versus JOMO One of the greatest mental traps in modern golf is not just the fear of failure — it is the Fear of Missing Out (FOMO). Golfers constantly compare themselves to others: who is practicing more, who bought the newest driver, who is … [Read more...]
Learn How to Become a Professional Golf Teacher
Learn How to Become a Professional Golf Teacher By Barry Lotz, J.D., Ph.D. • PGTAA President Want to Become a Professional Golf Teacher? 2024 has been an exceptional year for golf, especially post the Covid pandemic. … [Read more...]