GolfWell Podcast

Cordie Walker - Formerly Golf Science Lab
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Most golfers stay stuck doing the same things. We’re here to change that. Cordie Walker talks with the best coaches, players, and researchers in the game to figure out what actually helps you improve. Then we break it down into simple, practical ideas you can use right away. No jargon. No fluff. Just real conversations, smarter strategies, and tools that move your game forward. If you love the process of getting better and want to train with purpose, this show is for you.

  1. 1 day ago

    The Hidden Reason Your Golf Misses Turn Into Blocks and Hooks

    We're reviewing a real listener's swing live, diagnosing what's actually going wrong, and laying out a step-by-step plan to fix it.Want your swing reviewed live on the show? Send us in a video swing@golfwell.coJustin Kraft: https://www.instagram.com/kraftygolf/Dr Luke Benoit: https://www.instagram.com/dr.luke.benoit.golfWhat we get into: 0:00 - Online vs in person lessons, and which one actually works 2:40 - New series: send us your swing 3:40 - How to film your swing so a coach can actually help you 5:30 - Face on vs down the line, and what each one really shows 7:00 - Meet Marcus: scratch, fighting blocks and pull hooks 7:45 - The mechanics index game (guessing his handicap from mechanics alone) 10:30 - The real cause: a trail arm that rotates in too early and steepens the shaft 13:30 - Why a high handle at impact wrecks face control 20:45 - Steep and inside out, the worst combo in golf 24:45 - Two ways to fix it: full rebuild vs just cleaning up the takeaway 30:40 - Proof: a 30 minute lesson, backswing only, and the guy's flushing it Cordie's recommended systems and gear (Partner and affiliate links. Buy through them and it supports the show. We only run stuff we use.)Skytrak (discount code GOLFSCIENCELAB) https://bit.ly/skytrak-gslStack (discount code GSL) https://bit.ly/stackcordiediscountThe Scoring Method (code: GOLFWELL) https://thescoringmethod.com/Tour Aim (code: GOLFWELL15) https://bit.ly/touraimDISCOUNTDECADE (Scott Fawcett) (code: GOLFWELL) https://bit.ly/decadegolfwellGarmin Fenix 8 https://creatorlink.shop/4mW5ued

  2. 20 Aug

    3 Golf Coaches React to My Worst Tournament Round (Brutal Honest Feedback)

    In this episode, Cordie sits down with Justin Kraft, Luke Benoit, and Will Robins for an honest conversation about what really happens when tournament pressure hits. After shooting 83-82 and losing nine golf balls in competition, Cordie opens up about the tension between swing mechanics, overthinking, and actually scoring when it matters most.https://www.instagram.com/dr.luke.benoit.golf/https://www.instagram.com/kraftygolf/https://www.instagram.com/willrobinspga/The group dives into why a swing can look good on the range but break down under pressure, how early extension and face control show up in tournament golf, and whether it’s better to keep working on technique or simplify strategy and trust your game. They also break down the difference between training and transfer, why too many swing thoughts can hurt performance, and how target focus may matter more than chasing perfect mechanics on the course.

  3. 14 Aug

    Your Driver Swing Should NOT Be the Same as Your Iron Swing

    In this episode, we dig into what really changes when you go from irons to driver - and why the answer is more nuanced than simply having “two different swings.”They break down how ball position, spine tilt, angle of attack, ground forces, and intent change throughout the bag, including why more golfers are using aggressive vertical force with the driver and what “jumping” in the golf swing actually means.We also cover:-Why tour players often fade their driver but draw their irons-How much you should actually hit up on a driver-Why vertical force is often late—and what causes it-Whether tour pros really swing their driver at “80%”-How better players adapt their swing to the shot in front of them-Tiger Woods’ approach to practicing different shot shapes-Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Bryson DeChambeau and different ways elite players use the ground-The resurgence of old-school golf swing mechanics-Interlock vs. overlap vs. 10-finger grips-Why intent may be more powerful than chasing positionsThe big takeaway: you probably don’t need to build two completely separate golf swings. But the intent, setup, and forces you use with a driver shouldn’t necessarily look the same as they do with an iron.If you’re a golf swing nerd, coach, or golfer trying to understand what actually creates speed and better ball striking, this one gets deep.Subscribe for more conversations on golf instruction, biomechanics, speed, and how golfers actually learn.

  4. 5 Aug

    Dr. Sasho MacKenzie Built His Entire Practice System Around a $290 Launch Monitor

    Check it out here https://bit.ly/stackwedge-golfwell (use discount code GSL)In this episode, Cordie sits down with Dr. Sasho MacKenzie, one of the world's leading golf biomechanists and founder of The Stack speed training system, to talk about why a $300 launch monitor might be the most impactful piece of practice equipment you can own.Sasho started building The Stack's radar to track speed. Along the way, he realized it could do a whole lot more - and what it can do for your practice sessions is genuinely surprising.They get into the Practice Tracker, the Wedge Games, what the device actually measures, how accurate it really is, and - most importantly - why tracking your practice changes everything.In this episode:-Why most golfers practice without ever knowing if they're getting better-What ball speed actually tells you (and why it's the stat that matters most)-How the Practice Tracker app turns raw data into meaningful feedback-What "spread" is — and why it might be the most underrated practice metric in golf-How the Wedge Games work and why they make practice more honest-Why a $300 device can outperform a $20,000 launch monitor for the average golfer-If you're putting in range time without tracking what's happening, you're flying blind. This episode changes that.

  5. 30 Jul

    How Stress and Speed Influence Your Golf Swing (And What the Pros Do Differently)

    Most golfers overcomplicate their swings, but what if the secret to better scores is doing less? Discover how PGA Tour pros streamline their practice for consistency. These insights could redefine your approach, helping you hit more fairways, avoid out-of-bounds shots, and play stress-free golf, even under pressure.We talk about the counterintuitive strategies pros use: why focusing less on mechanics and more on visualization and routine leads to real performance gains. Justin Kraft shares practical tactics for fixing common swing faults - like early extension and steepness - without overengineering. Meanwhile, Luke Benoit discusses how top players tighten variability and master evaluation on-the-fly, whether during a tournament or a casual round.

  6. 29 Jul

    I Played in the US Speed Golf Open - Here’s What Happened

    Imagine hitting golf shots with a heart rate of 172, hitting great putts, and shooting scores you never believed possible - all while outpacing your own expectations. Cordie sits down with Scott Dawley and shares how a simple decision - to put a date on the calendar - catapulted him into a new realm of performance, proving that challenging yourself with speed golf can redefine what’s achievable on the course and in life. Whether you're a passionate golfer, a fitness enthusiast, or simply craving a fresh way to elevate your health, this episode shows you how to turn rough starts into remarkable finishes.

  7. 29 Jun

    Good Golf Students Do This Better Than Those That Stay Stuck

    How do you maximize lessons, practice, and changing your swing? Cordie sits down with two of Minnesota's top coaches - Justin Kraft and Dr. Luke Benoit to discuss the habits of effective coaching and practice.

  8. 22 Jun

    Should You Shallow the Club? 2 Coaches Explain

    Should you shallow the golf club or not? I sat down with two coaches who get blamed for the modern shallow swing to settle it. What "shallowing" actually means, why most amateurs do it wrong, and how it lets you finally stop early extending.

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Most golfers stay stuck doing the same things. We’re here to change that. Cordie Walker talks with the best coaches, players, and researchers in the game to figure out what actually helps you improve. Then we break it down into simple, practical ideas you can use right away. No jargon. No fluff. Just real conversations, smarter strategies, and tools that move your game forward. If you love the process of getting better and want to train with purpose, this show is for you.

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  • Creator
    Cordie Walker - Formerly Golf Science Lab
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    214
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Cordie Walker - Formerly Golf Science Lab
  • Show Website
    GolfWell Podcast

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