Episodes

  • Episode 6: Momentum in Golf- Psychological Strategies for Match Play
    May 11 2023

    In episode 6 of The Golf Science Podcast, we speak to Dr Geoff Lovell, Associate Professor in Psychology (Adjunct) and Registered Sport Psychologist. We talk about his research into psycho-behavioral momentum during match play, discussing how momentum can be influenced by unexpected events, perception of control, the timing of the round and the pressure that is applied.


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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • Episode 5: 2D vs 3D Analysis of the Golf Swing
    Mar 9 2023

    In episode 5 of The Golf Science Podcast, we speak to Dr Tony Luczak, Assistant Research Professor at Mississippi State University and Co-Founder of A.I. Motion Laboratories. We discuss the issues with 2D and 3D analysis, the future of 3D motion capture and what golf professionals can do to improve their own analysis.


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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • Episode 4: Strength Training for Senior Golfers
    Feb 15 2023

    In episode 4 of The Golf Science Podcast, we speak to Dr Chris Joyce, Associate Professor at the University Notre Dame Australia. We discuss the physical golfing characteristics of senior golfers with musculoskeletal conditions and the impact that a strength training programme can have on their golfing performance.


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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Episode 3: Nutrition for Golf
    Jan 19 2023

    In episode 3, we speak to Professor Graeme Close, head of nutrition for the DP World Tour and the Ryder Cup team. We discuss what golfers should eat before and during a round, how best to stay hydrated, and what nutritional strategies to consider, as well as talking about the food that was on offer in the players lounge at the 150th Open.

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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Episode 2: SuperSpeed Golf- Does a SuperSpeed Golf warm-up affect driving performance?
    Jan 19 2023

    In episode 2 of The Golf Science Podcast, we speak to George Wardell, strength and conditioning coach for New Zealand Golf and PhD candidate at the University of Waikato. We discuss whether using the SuperSpeed Golf Training System in a warm-up affects driving performance.


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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Episode 1: Using Video Analysis in Practice- Is it a good idea?
    Dec 6 2022

    In episode 1 of 'The Golf Science Podcast', we speak to Dr Oliver Runswick, lecturer in performance psychology at Kings College London. We discuss the use of video analysis during practice and the impact this has on focus of attention and golf performance.


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    1 hr and 5 mins