Yoga for Golf® Podcast

Lauren McMillin
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Welcome to the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, where you'll learn how to move better, feel better, and ultimately play better golf. Hosted by Lauren McMillin, founder of YoGolf Performance®, this podcast blends yoga, Pilates, mobility, strength, and breathwork to help golfers improve flexibility, balance, rotation, and overall movement quality. Whether you're a recreational golfer, competitive player, or simply want to stay active and pain-free, each episode offers practical movement strategies you can use on and off the course. Expect solo episodes, short tutorials, and guest conversations focused on performance, injury prevention, longevity, and enjoying the game for years to come.

  1. Sep 10

    Recovery Is Part of the Training: What Restorative Yoga Teaches Golfers

    What if recovery isn't simply what happens when training stops, but an important part of the training itself? In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, we're exploring Restorative Yoga and what this quiet, supported practice can teach golfers about recovery, stress, and the ability to shift out of performance mode. We'll also unpack some of the science behind the autonomic nervous system, breathing, relaxation, and HRV, and why "rest and digest" is a little more complicated than flipping a switch. Most importantly, we'll bring it back to golf: how the physical and mental demands of playing, practicing, training, competing, and traveling add up, and why learning to intentionally reduce those demands can be a performance skill of its own. Because the work matters. And so does what happens after the work. Recovery is part of the training. Show notes: Relax and Renew: Restful Yoga for Stressful Time, Judith Hanson Lasater Restore and Rebalance: Yoga for Deep Relaxation, Judith Hanson Lasater Light on Yoga, B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga: The Path to Holistic Health, B.K.S. Iyengar Judith Hanson Lasater teachings and resources on Restorative Yoga Iyengar Yoga, resources on the use of props, supported postures, and the Iyengar tradition Research by Luciano Bernardi and colleagues on slow breathing and cardiovascular/autonomic responses Research by Andrea Zaccaro and colleagues on slow breathing, psychophysiological responses, and autonomic function Heart Rate Variability: Standards of Measurement, Physiological Interpretation, and Clinical Use, Task Force of the European Society of Cardiology and the North American Society of Pacing and Electrophysiology Research by Andrew Flatt and colleagues on HRV and athletic training/recovery YoGolf Performance® Free Golf Mobility Guide Contact me

  2. Sep 3

    More Isn't Always Better: What Yin Yoga Teaches Golfers About Movement

    What if improving your golf game and your movement doesn't always require doing more? In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, we're exploring Yin Yoga: a surprisingly modern style of yoga that challenges our relationship with effort, stillness, and progress. Because feeling "tight" doesn't automatically mean you need to stretch more. Sometimes you need mobility. Sometimes strength or stability. Sometimes movement. And sometimes, your body simply needs less. You'll learn why Yin Yoga encourages us to observe before reacting, why more intensity isn't automatically more effective, and how becoming more aware of what your body actually needs can make you a more intelligent mover and more resilient golfer. The big takeaway: Progress doesn't always require more effort. Sometimes the most valuable skill is learning when you've already done enough. Show notes: YoGolf Performance® Free Golf Mobility Guide Contact me Yin Yoga: Principles & Practices, Paul Grilley Insight Yoga, Sarah Powers The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga: The Philosophy and Practice of Yin Yoga, Bernie Clark YinSights, Bernie Clark Paul Grilley's Yin Yoga teachings Paulie Zink's Taoist Yoga teachings Fascia: The Tensional Network of the Human Body, Robert Schleip, Thomas Findley, Leon Chaitow & Peter Huijing Stretching Interventions: A Research Synthesis The Yoga Tradition, Georg Fueurstein Yoga Body: The Origins of Modern Posture Practice, Mark Singleton

  3. Aug 27

    Arrive Ready to Play: A Guided Meditation for Golfers

    Before you step onto the first tee, take a few minutes to breathe, reset, and arrive in the present moment. In this guided meditation for golfers, we'll use the breath to release unnecessary tension, quiet some of the mental noise that can follow us onto the course, and create the conditions for greater concentration and focus—without forcing either one. You'll practice letting go of expectations, returning to the present after each shot, and using your breath as an anchor you can come back to throughout your round. Use this meditation before a casual round, tournament, practice session, or anytime you need to reconnect with a simple reminder: One breath. One shot. One swing. One moment at a time. Show notes: YoGolf Performance® (start your free trial!) Free Golf Mobility Guide Contact me

  4. Aug 23

    The Body Governs the Swing: Why Assessment Comes First with Lance Gill

    What if the swing problem you're trying to fix isn't really a swing problem at all? In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, I'm joined by renowned golf performance educator Lance Gill to explore one of the most important principles in golf performance: the body governs the swing. Lance explains why assessment should come before instruction or training, how physical capabilities and limitations influence the way a golfer swings, and why simply chasing more mobility or flexibility isn't always the answer. We discuss the relationship between the body and the golf swing, what a quality movement assessment can reveal, common misconceptions about golf fitness, and how golfers can train with greater purpose instead of simply chasing symptoms. Whether you're a golfer, coach, fitness professional, or movement specialist, this conversation offers a deeper look at the why behind the swing — and why understanding the golfer in front of you should always come first. Show notes: lgperformance.com Follow Lance on Instagram Connect with Lance on Facebook Titleist Performance Institute (TPI)

  5. Aug 15

    Golf Fitness for Performance and Longevity with Lindsay Becker

    What does your body actually need to play better golf — and keep playing for years to come? In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, I'm joined by Lindsay Becker, a board-certified sports physical therapist, TPI-certified Medical and Junior Provider, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and internationally recognized golf fitness and rehabilitation expert. Lindsay shares how her approach to working with golfers has evolved throughout her career, what golfers often misunderstand about pain and injury, what an effective warm-up should accomplish, and how golfers can train today with an eye toward continuing to play for decades. Whether you're trying to play better, move better, return from an injury, or simply keep your body feeling good enough to enjoy the game you love, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the body behind the golf swing. Show notes: Buckeye Performance Golf Titleist Performance Institute USGA 2026 Curtis Cup Match YoGolf Performance® Free Golf Mobility Guide Contact me

  6. Aug 6

    Play with More Confidence: Understanding the Rules of Golf with BrookeLin Powers

    How well do you really know the Rules of Golf? Whether you're brand new to the game or have been playing for years, the rules can sometimes feel overwhelming. In this episode, I'm joined by LPGA Class A Professional, TPI Certified instructor, and author BrookeLin Powers to break down the Rules of Golf in a way that's practical, approachable, and easy to understand. We talk about why so many golfers find the rules intimidating, the most common misconceptions recreational golfers make, the rules every golfer should know before heading to the first tee, and how understanding the rules can actually help you play with more confidence and enjoy the game even more. Whether you've ever wondered about lost balls, relief options, penalty areas, or simply want to feel more confident on the course, this conversation will help take the mystery out of the Rules of Golf. Show notes: Where's the Golf Ball? The Rules of Golf Simplified from Tee to Green brookelinpowers.com Use code YOGAFORGOLF for free shipping on BrookeLin's website! Connect with BrookeLin on Instagram Connect with BrookeLin on Facebook The Rules of Golf (R&A) YoGolf Performance® (start your free trial!) Free Golf Mobility Guide Contact me

  7. Jul 30

    Why the Transition Matters: What Vinyasa Yoga Teaches Golfers About Better Movement

    What if better movement isn't about finding the perfect position—but about learning how to move between positions more efficiently? In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, we're exploring Vinyasa Yoga: one of the most popular styles of yoga in the world and one of the most misunderstood. You'll learn how Vinyasa evolved from Ashtanga Yoga, why no two Vinyasa classes are exactly alike, and what the word vinyasa really means. We'll explore how breath and movement work together, why intentional sequencing matters, and how a well-designed practice can improve coordination, rhythm, and body awareness. Then we'll connect those principles directly to the golf swing. Because great golf isn't played by holding positions—it's created through smooth, connected movement between them. Whether you're new to yoga or already have a regular practice, this episode will help you see movement through a completely different lens. Show notes: The Heart of Yoga — T.K.V. Desikachar Yoga Body: The Origins of Modern Posture Practice — Mark Singleton The Story of Yoga: From Ancient India to the Modern West — Alistair Shearer The Yoga Tradition — Georg Feuerstein The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali (translation by Edwin Bryant or Chip Hartranft) Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor Shiva Rea Baron Baptiste Bryan Kest Seane Corn Jason Crandell YoGolf Performance® Free Golf Mobility Guide Contact me

  8. Jul 23

    Consistency Creates Freedom: What Ashtanga Yoga Teaches Golfers About Practice

    What if doing the same thing every day wasn't limiting—but liberating? In this episode, we continue our series exploring the different styles of yoga with a deep dive into Ashtanga Yoga, a practice built on consistency, discipline, and repetition. You'll learn about the life and teachings of K. Pattabhi Jois, the origins of the Ashtanga tradition, the difference between Ashtanga Yoga and Patanjali's Eight Limbs of Yoga, and what it's actually like to step into an Ashtanga practice. Most importantly, we'll explore one of the biggest lessons Ashtanga has to offer: that mastery isn't built by constantly searching for something new. Instead, it often comes from returning to the fundamentals with curiosity, patience, and attention. Whether you're a golfer looking to improve your practice habits or simply curious about one of the world's most influential styles of yoga, this episode will challenge the way you think about repetition—and why consistency creates freedom. Show notes: Yoga Mala — K. Pattabhi Jois Guruji: A Portrait of Sri K. Pattabhi Jois Through the Eyes of His Students — Eddie Stern The Yoga Tradition: Its History, Literature, Philosophy and Practice — Georg Feuerstein The Heart of Yoga: Developing a Personal Practice — T.K.V. Desikachar Krishnamacharya: His Life and Teachings — A.G. Mohan Yoga Body: The Origins of Modern Posture Practice — Mark Singleton A History of Modern Yoga: Patanjali and Western Esotericism — Elizabeth De Michelis The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali (for understanding the Eight Limbs of Yoga) YoGolf Performance® Free Golf Mobility Guide Contact me

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Welcome to the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, where you'll learn how to move better, feel better, and ultimately play better golf. Hosted by Lauren McMillin, founder of YoGolf Performance®, this podcast blends yoga, Pilates, mobility, strength, and breathwork to help golfers improve flexibility, balance, rotation, and overall movement quality. Whether you're a recreational golfer, competitive player, or simply want to stay active and pain-free, each episode offers practical movement strategies you can use on and off the course. Expect solo episodes, short tutorials, and guest conversations focused on performance, injury prevention, longevity, and enjoying the game for years to come.

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  • Creator
    Lauren McMillin
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2024
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    Yoga for Golf® Podcast