The Par Train - A Mental Golf Show The Par Train

Ev and Cerm hop aboard another Par Train to recap the 2024 Masters and unpack the habits and and pitfalls of Tiger Woods, Max Homa, Rory Mcilroy, Ludvig Aberg, and of course the 2x champ and world #1 Scottie Scheffler. Sad the Masters is over, and want to play golf a little more like Scottie Scheffler? This episode is for you. 
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Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of March.
Here are the episodes from March: 
Episode #302:  Mental Game Roundtable - Making the Jump From a 13 to a 9 in One Year (With children and limited free time)
Episode #304:  Chipping Away - How I Conquered Nerves, Swing Changes, and Private Course Pressure
Episode #305:  Jay Bilas - The Transformational Journey (and struggles) from a Lesson a Week for an Entire Year
Episode #306:  Is Tinkering Helping or Hurting Your Golf Game? 
Episode #307:  Mental Golf Mailbag with Keith Bennett (Managing Swing Changes, Fixing Driver Issues, Rebuilding Wedge and Putter Confidence, and more)

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Virgil Herring, premiere coach, player, and the only PGA Professional to give a TED Talk, hops aboard the Train to help us all elevate our games. The longtime coach of Brandt Snedeker, 6 national champions, 200 college golfers, and a professional winner 14x in his own right, Virgil clearly outlines the gap between the best players and your game.  
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Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A monthly short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on your way to your next round, range sesh, or whatever is important to you.
This month's LFG series is all about BECOMING A SHORT GAME MASTER, with soundbites from world renowned coaches like Parker Mclachlin (Short Game Chef) and Dr. Joe Parent (Zen Golf) and your favorite podcast hosts Ev and Cerm.Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes:221 - Modernize Your Short Game and Mindset with the Short Game Chef
213 - How to Make Every Putt with Dr. Joe Parent
176 - Chipping Away (Literally) - A Short Game Breakthrough

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Ev and Cerm invite former pro golfer, +4 handicap, and elite coach Keith Bennett aboard the Train to answer 10+ listener questions ranging from driver woes, swing changes, short game issues and so much more. If you're struggling in any part of your game, this episode is for you because we cover it all! Listener questions:
How to best tackle the mental fears of bad scores during a swing change -@cameron_mcewanI struggle feeling like I deserve pars and birdies. - @thekylebeers Driver vs iron swing. Can’t hit the big dawg to save my life. - @jayrojoDriver man - giving me problems. I’m good and okay when I like the look of the hole @carlosmanueldiazmeleanThe inconsistency of 20-50 yards shots. @Davidduval36I have lost all confidence with my wedges  @brettski64Consistency and tempo when in a new environment  -@irenes_ecologistMaking poor choices on the course. Always thinking about the hero shot. @ButtercutspodTips for performing well and preparing mentally for tournaments. @blakes.dinwoodeyHow to figure out my pre shot routine - @Cwoosleypulling putts - struggling with start line and having confidence that I’ll roll it where I want to. -nick_guentherBeen playing golf swing all winter and gotten good at it. How to translate to course? -@ccuinmtlWhat can you do to lower expectations when making a club change? Got new set. Help. -@pocketjsHow to just focus on one swing thought-@nickdelgado21How to acknowledge your miss without it becoming a negative thought @tchats89The Par Train Podcast is brought to you by Rhoback Activewear aka the greatest polos, qzips, hoodies, shorts and joggers in the game. Seriously... we can't take them off. Tap this link  for 15% off (auto applies in your cart!).
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Ev and Cerm hop aboard the Train to settle an argument about tinkering -- is it helping or hurting your golf game? Are you a tinkerer or are you actually getting better at golf?  **Key Highlights from This Episode:**
🏌️‍♂️ **Dive Into the Fundamentals**
Evan's sage (and occasionally frustrating) journey toward a smooth takeaway and maintaining confidence opens the door to discussing the foundational 'feels'. Learn why starting with rhythm can transform your game, and why an ace on the golf course might be closer than you think.
📊 **The Numbers Game:**
Matt and Evan get real about practice – it's not about the scores or the stats. What drives improvement is a deep understanding of the basics: grip, stance, posture, and the weight distribution dance. If you need a coach in your ears, consider us your on-the-go caddies.
😤 **Tinkering Pitfalls to Avoid:**
We dissect our tendencies to 'fix' our swings, looking at Tiger Woods as a high-profile tinkerer. But remember, without his incredible understanding of the swing, this strategy could be a trap.
🏌️‍♀️ **Rethink Your Swing Thoughts:**
Hear about simplifying your focus to "bump left, load right," and why muscling every swing might be throwing your game off track. Evan shares his enlightening lesson with coach Josh, and why that might mean less is actually more.
💡 **The Power of Soft Swings:**
Evan's astonishing 80 is a testament to the wonders of swinging softly. Matt pushes him to reflect: should fixing the takeaway obsession be the goal, or is it merely a golfer's mirage?
🔄 **Tinkerer vs. Betterer:**
Join the debate as we embrace our flaws and question our pursuit of that elusive 'perfect' swing. Do pros like Adam Scott have the secret, or is it more about accepting our unique gameplay?
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