T-Time Podcast // Ep. 60: How to Overcome Plateaus in Your Golf Game with Trillium Rose
Tori is hosting Trillium Rose, a renowned expert in women's golf and the Director of Instruction at Woodmont Country Club in Maryland. With almost two decades of teaching experience, Trillium's training approach revolves around three key aspects: mechanics, productive practice, and performance. During the discussion, she shares valuable insights on overcoming a golf plateau and emphasizes the significance of tracking statistics and identifying patterns in one's game. She also warns against relying solely on the confidence gained from good shots at the driving range, stressing the need to improve weaker shots for better performance during actual play.
Trillium recommends understanding the club's impact with the ground for beginners looking to build a solid foundation to achieve consistent bottoming out. She encourages ample block practice as a warm-up before heading to the golf course, which helps develop environmental adaptation skills quickly. Her expertise and advice offer valuable guidance to golfers of all levels.
The Evolution of Women's Golf
In the past, women's participation in golf was limited, with few female players and little representation. However, there has been a positive change over time, and more girls and women have shown interest in golf. Events like girls' clinics have allowed young girls to get involved in the sport. Despite facing challenges and stereotypes, female golf instructors have worked hard to establish their credibility and expertise by pursuing various certifications and credentials to gain recognition in the industry. As the golf landscape continues to evolve, it's important to support and encourage more women to participate, not just as players but also as instructors and professionals in the golfing world.
Getting Better, Faster, and Smarter
Golf can be whatever you desire – a social activity with friends or a pursuit of improvement. If you reach a point where you want to get better, seek guidance from an instructor, set goals, and practice purposefully. Overcome plateaus and track your progress to enhance your game and enjoy golf even more.
The Plateau
If you feel like you're plateauing or not improving your scores, start keeping stats during your games. This will help you identify patterns and areas for improvement. Consider using tools like Arccos to track your performance accurately. Don't just rely on hitting good shots at the driving range; instead, focus on understanding the reasons behind your mistakes. A good instructor can help you analyze your swing and address specific issues.
For new golfers, mastering the "bottoming out" skill is crucial. Understand where your club should hit the ground consistently to improve ball contact. Practice "block practice" for beginners, but shift to more varied practice as you progress, simulating on-course situations. Adaptability is essential in golf, so spend more time on the course to develop this skill. Dedication and the right approach can elevate your golfing abilities and help you enjoy the game even more.
Quick Learners vs Plateaued Players
The difference between quick learners and plateaued players in golf lies in their approach to learning and practice. Here are the key distinctions:
- Quick learners swiftly grasp and apply new techniques, while plateaued players struggle to implement them effectively.
- Quick learners focus on building swing speed and distance through proper technique, while plateaued players may need to work on physical conditioning and strength.
- Plateaued players often experience inconsistent shots and "blowups" on the course, while quick learners exhibit better control and consistency.
- Quick learners prioritize daily practice, including body drills and swing work, while plateaued players may not invest as much time in structured practice.
- Quick learners balance on-course play and practice, using the course to test their skills realistically, whereas plateaued players may neglect on-course practice and focus solely on the driving range.
- Under pressure, quick learners stay committed to technical improvements during course play, while plateaued players revert to old habits.
In conclusion, quick learners excel by embracing new techniques, dedicating time to physical and technical improvement, and consistently applying their skills on the course. Plateaued players, on the other hand, may struggle with inconsistency and need to focus on improving their overall game.
Building Better Golf Habits: Improving Your Swing and Game
Improving your golf swing game requires self-awareness and a willingness to change. This guide offers practical steps to enhance your swing technique and achieve better results on the course:
- Be mindful and identify areas for improvement: Pay attention to your swing habits and recognize areas that need work.
- Understand your triggers for behavior change: Identify what causes poor swings to take control and make positive changes.
- Address recurring swing issues: Notice consistent problems and try different approaches to overcome them.
- Make actual changes in your approach: Implement new techniques and approaches for improvement.
- Familiarise yourself with the correct swing technique: Learn the proper golf swing technique from reliable sources.
- Pay attention to cues and discomfort: Use cues and discomfort as reminders to maintain the correct technique.
- Dedicate time to practice and improvement: Regular practice and commitment are essential for progress.
- Embrace heightened awareness: During practice, remember to catch and correct old habits.
- Stay committed to a better golf swing: Improvement takes time and dedication; maintain a positive mindset throughout the journey.
What’s Next for Trillium?
Trillium is now focused on behavior changes and wants to share this message with a wider audience, whether it's about golf or everyday life. She's researching to present the ideas more easily and more relatable. Before, she worked on a scientific manuscript with a Ph.D., but it was too complex. Now, she's revisiting the idea to make it easier for more people to understand. Trillium plans to use examples, stories, and practical tips to reach more readers. She wants to make the content informative yet easy to understand so everyone can benefit and improve their lives. Her goal is to empower others to make positive changes and find fulfillment.
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