Here’s What I Teach That I've Learned from Golf Smarter with Singapore Instructor Justin Tang

golf SMARTER

Josh Karp

Golf, Sports, Society & Culture

4.3 • 577 Ratings

🗓️ 11 February 2025

⏱️ 58 minutes

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GS#986 Summary Justin Tang from Singapore, returns to share valuable insights from his 20 years of coaching experience, which includes lessons he's learned from Golf Smarter with a PGA Teaching Professional who asked Justin for mentorship. He emphasizes the importance of understanding that coaching is about teaching human beings, not just golfers. Communication is highlighted as a crucial skill that often gets overlooked in golf instruction. The conversation also explores the distinction between the golf swing and the game of golf, advocating for a data-driven approach to instruction. Justin argues that the golf swing should not be judged solely on aesthetics, but rather on its effectiveness in achieving desired outcomes. Ultimately, the scorecard reflects performance, not technique, underscoring the need for a holistic view of the game. Justin and Fred delve into the intricacies of golf coaching, emphasizing the importance of scoring over swing techniques, the balance of body movements, and the mind-body connection in performance. They discuss the role of understanding intention behind swings, and practical tips for golfers. Finally, Fred presents the Top 10 insights learned from Golf Smarter provided by an AI query. Takeaways Coaching is about teaching human beings, not just golfers. Effective communication is often neglected in golf instruction. Understanding the difference between the golf swing and the game is crucial. A data-driven approach enhances the effectiveness of coaching. The golf swing should be judged on performance, not aesthetics. The scorecard reflects outcomes, not swing techniques. Coaches should adapt their teaching to individual student goals. Every golfer's swing will look different based on their unique body type. Lower scores are the ultimate goal in golf, not swing aesthetics. Understanding where you lose strokes is crucial for improvement. Coaching should adapt to the individual needs of each student. The balance between body and arm movements is essential for an effective swing. Anatomy knowledge is vital for golf instructors to create effective changes. The mind-body connection influences swing performance significantly. Intentions behind a swing can dictate the outcome of the shot. Practical tips and drills can help golfers improve efficiently. Embracing a flow state can enhance performance and enjoyment in golf. Physical fitness and flexibility are important for injury prevention and mobility. Please check out our new and updated website at golfsmarter.com! While there, you'll receive three free gifts when you post an honest review about Golf Smarter the podcast. You can also get free gifts for recording a show opening by clicking on "Record Your Show Open Here!" tab on the right side of the page. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey, which will also provide you with a link to Tony Manzoni's video!Follow @golfsmarter on Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube. See our daily highlights and helpful insights from our interviews on the podcast. Thanks so much for checking it out and providing your feedback. This episode is sponsored by Indeed. Please visit indeed.com/GOLFSMARTER and get a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT. Terms and conditions apply. This episode is sponsored by HIMS. Start your free online visit today HIMS.com/golfsmarter and received personalized ED treatment options.For exclusive content and first access check out Corrected Mistakes on Substack: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	Hi, this is Alan Taylor from Fayetteville, Georgia, and I play at the Griffin City Golf Course.
0:09.4	This is Golf Smarter number 986.
0:13.9	What did Ben Hogan say about the more I practice, the luckier again?
0:18.3	Paradoxes, like drive for sure and pufft for those don't really help people, right?
0:22.2	Because it suggests that, hey, the guy who has a long t-shot may not be better than the guy who can quote-unquote put well.
0:29.7	But with Mark Brody's work, we realize that the guy who can hit the longest and have an unimpeded subsequent shot would score better than the guy
0:40.3	who's sought and crooked for example or who's shot but in the fairway. Simply because if I'm
0:46.6	using a sandwich into the green, the chances of me getting closer to the flat would be higher
0:52.9	than you who's using a six or five iron.
0:56.3	And that's just basic principles of a ball flight, because the more loft you have, more backspin,
1:02.0	less side spin. Easier for you to send the ball where you're aiming.
1:09.6	Here's what I teach that I've learned from listening to Golf Smarter with Singapore instructor Justin Tang.
1:16.5	This is Golf Smarter.
1:19.0	Sharing stories, tips, and insights from great golf minds to help you lower your score and raise your golf IQ.
1:27.1	Here's your host, Fred Green.
1:29.5	Welcome back to the Golf Smarter Podcast, Justin.
1:33.2	Hey, Fred. Thanks for having me back on.
1:36.8	Absolutely. You sent me a text recently and I'm like, okay, no question we need to discuss this.
1:42.9	This is really awesome.
1:47.2	And it's like, here's what you said to me.
1:52.8	With 20 years of coaching and learning from great coaches before me,
2:00.6	I hammered out the below to tell a PGA professional who asked you for mentorship and thought I'd share it with you
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