Bryce Cope - Fixing 7 Common Golf Swing Issues Fast (Flashback Friday)
2026/06/26 | 1h
>>Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: Proven paths to break 90, break 80, and crush competitive golf (no swing changes required) Start Training with HackMotion: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment). Bryce Cope is back on the podcast (first ep was #95) and here to help you fix common swing issues. Not only is Bryce a highly sought after coach but a +5 handicap as well. He simplifies the golf swing like very few people can and will help you build a more consistent swing. In this episode, you will learn: How a weak grip leads to all sorts of issues. How to properly hinge your wrists in the backswing. The importance of feet flare at setup for balance and clearing your hips. Why early extension might be the only reason you're actually hitting the ball. The biggest bunker mistake most golfers make. How to stop 3-putting so often. And a lot more epic advice. If your swing needs help, make sure to reach out to Bryce for a lesson on Skillest today. You can follow Bryce on TikTok and or Instagram for daily golf tips. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Speed Train With Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Master Mobility & Flexibility with Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%). Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment). Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%). Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Practice Like a Pro With Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 100 Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro. Wicked Smart Golf Books Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible. Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube
506: Jim Waldron - Mental Lessons from Shamanism, Buddhism, and Neuroscience for Golfers
2026/06/25 | 1h 19 mins.
>>Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: Proven paths to break 90, break 80, and crush competitive golf (no swing changes required) Jim Waldron is a mental performance coach and golf professional with one of the most diverse backgrounds in the sport, incorporating lessons from Buddhist mindfulness, modern neuroscience, NLP, and shamanism into his "mind-body connection" holistic approach. After a tough showing in a junior tournament led to an 11-year hiatus from the game following an anger-filled outburst at age 15, Jim spent his time in California studying human potential and Zen Buddhism before returning to the game to help thousands of golfers overcome mental blocks like the yips. In this episode, you will learn: The "Two Minds" Theory and the Watchdog: How the unconscious mind acts as a computer that can be programmed for new skills, and why a skeptical "watchdog" often prevents golfers from successfully implementing swing changes.
A Radical Approach to Curing the Yips: Why the "principle of paradoxical intention"—giving yourself permission to yip—actually decreases the frequency of the disorder.
External vs. Internal Meditation: Why traditional "internal" meditation can be dysfunctional for beginners and how to practice "external" meditation, such as focusing on a candle flame or practicing walking meditation to stay present between shots.
The Power of the Carefree Mindset: Lessons from Jack Nicklaus and Scotty Scheffler on maintaining emotional detachment from outcomes and using a singular focal point to strengthen the mind-body connection.
Tactical On-Course Reset Strategies: Specific techniques to handle fear and pressure, including the 336 breathing method (3-second inhale, 3-second hold, 6-second exhale) and the "I'm safe" amygdala-calming affirmation.
And more! WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Speed Train With Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Master Mobility & Flexibility with Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%). Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment). Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%). Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Practice Like a Pro With Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 100 Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro. Wicked Smart Golf Books Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible. Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube
505: Golf Is Hard: US Open Lessons, New Gear & Tournament Prep
2026/06/23 | 23 mins.
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>>Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: The FASTEST way to lower your scores and play consistent golf. The US Open is over and we need to steal some of their strategies! Today, we'll cover all kinds of topics to help your game, including: How to deal with adrenaline Why you need to focus on your process like Wyndham Clark The importance of mental preperation using apps like Kairo Why you should consider talking out shots (not just visualizing them) My new PXG golf gear and how it's helped me play some of my best golf ever And more tips to help your play better fast. WICKED SMART GOLF Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans. Recommended Products Speed Train With Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link). Think Like a Pro with DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Master Mobility & Flexibility with Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%). Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment). Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%). Wicked Smart Golf Books Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible. Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible. Follow Wicked Smart Golf Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube
504: Wicked Smart Game Plan - Stats, AI, & a Simple Plan to STOP 3-Putting
2026/06/18 | 1h 2 mins.
>> Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP and Play Consistent Golf Kevin, a 2.7 handicap golfer from Prince Edward Island, Canada, joins the podcast to discuss his journey from picking up the game in 2017 to shooting a personal best of 68 in 2025. Despite a short playing season, Kevin utilizes technology like Trackman and ChatGPT to analyze his stats, aiming to reach a plus handicap before his first child arrives. In this episode, you will learn: How Kevin used ChatGPT to analyze his strokes gained, Trackman data, and scoring averages to identify the "low-hanging fruit" in his game. Why "choking down" on a standard driver might actually lead to longer, more centered drives than a longer shaft. A deep dive into why Kevin looks at the hole rather than the ball for long putts and whether this inconsistency is hurting his short-game performance. Strategies for conquering the 5-handicap level putting Kevin currently experiences from inside 12 feet, including green reading and visualization techniques. Balancing the "Stack" speed training protocol with gym work and mobility, especially when "feeling sluggish". Mental hacks for committing to aggressive shots on narrow, tree-lined courses where "guiding the ball" is a recipe for disaster. The importance of a consistent pre-shot routine, including breathing exercises and finding targets to stay present under pressure START PLAYING WICKED SMART GOLF Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans. Recommended Products Speed Train With Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link). Think Like a Pro with DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Master Mobility & Flexibility with Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%). Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment). Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%). Wicked Smart Golf Books Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible. Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible. Follow Wicked Smart Golf Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube
503: Wicked Smart Game Plan - From 7 Handicap to Scratch as a New Dad
2026/06/16 | 57 mins.
>> Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP and Play Consistent Golf Josh, a 33-year-old former college baseball player and new father living in Iowa, joins the podcast to discuss his goal of returning to a scratch handicap after his game drifted to a 7. Despite limited time, Josh has built a high-quality home simulator setup in his garage to practice year-round. In this episode, you will learn: How Josh utilizes a Bushnell Launch Pro and a garage simulator to maintain his swing while balancing the demands of being a new parent. Why identifying a "wedge matrix" and focusing on scoring from 150 yards and in is the primary focus for lowering his handicap. The impact of internal negative self-talk and strategies for catching and spinning these thoughts into positives in the moment. How to apply the "3P approach" (finding three positives) to reset mentally after a poor shot and avoid lingering frustration. The importance of consistent rehearsal swings at 75-85% effort to align the brain and body before stepping over a shot. Strategies for chunking a round into three-hole segments to maintain focus and manage expectations throughout 18 holes. A comparison of speed training tools like the Rypstick and HITS, and how to integrate them with functional fitness and compound lifting. How to use tools like Rotex for mobility and warming up properly to ensure the body is ready for high-speed swings. START PLAYING WICKED SMART GOLF Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans. Recommended Products Speed Train With Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link). Think Like a Pro with DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Master Mobility & Flexibility with Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%). Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment). Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%). Wicked Smart Golf Books Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible. Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible. Follow Wicked Smart Golf Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube
Welcome to Wicked Smart Golf, the go-to podcast for golfers who want to shoot lower scores and play their best without changing their swing.
Hosted by Michael Leonard, a +2 handicap golfer, best-selling author, and founder of Wicked Smart Golf, this show has helped golfers around the world play smarter, more consistent golf with over 1 million downloads and counting.
Michael has written over 4 million words on golf, authored four books, and built one of the fastest-growing platforms in the game, all focused on one mission: help you lower your scores without obsessing over your swing.
Because the truth is, your swing will never be perfect. But you don't need a perfect swing to break 80, shoot in the 70s, or play the best golf of your life.
In this podcast, you'll learn how to master the mental game, play smarter on the course, practice with purpose, and simplify your short game and putting for lower scores. Each episode is designed to give you practical strategies you can actually use, whether you're a beginner or an experienced player trying to reach the next level.
You'll also hear from some of the best minds in golf, including top coaches, elite players, sports psychologists, and best-selling authors, sharing insights to help you improve faster and perform under pressure.
If you're serious about playing more consistent golf and finally reaching your potential, this podcast is for you.
For even more, check out the Wicked Smart Golf book series on Amazon and Audible, where you'll find step-by-step systems to improve every part of your game.
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