GolfWell Podcast

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Cordie, Justin Kraft, and Luke Benoit review listener golf swings and explore why overthinking mechanics can keep practice from translating to the course. They break down common swing issues, from grip and clubface to sequencing, and share practical ways to build skill and play with fewer swing thoughts. Watch for honest swing analysis and ideas to help make your range work show up when it counts.Want your swing reviewed live on the show? Send us a video: [email protected] Kraft: https://www.instagram.com/kraftygolf/Dr Luke Benoit: https://www.instagram.com/dr.luke.benoit.golfCordie'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/4mW5uedDr Luke Benoit’s Practice DNA test - https://thegolftextbook.com/practice-dna/

Why your golf swing looks perfect on video but falls apart on the course may come down to one thing: transfer training. Luke Benoit, Justin Kraft, and host Cordie Walker explain how to move from technical practice in a net or on the range to skill development, on-course testing, and confident performance under pressure. They also explore motor learning, neuroplasticity, swing thoughts, practice variability, and how to build a layered training process that helps new changes actually stick.Want your swing reviewed live on the show? Send us a video: [email protected] Kraft: https://www.instagram.com/kraftygolf/Dr Luke Benoit: https://www.instagram.com/dr.luke.benoit.golf

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-gsl

Stack (discount code GSL) https://bit.ly/stackcordiediscount

The Scoring Method (code: GOLFWELL) https://thescoringmethod.com/

Tour Aim (code: GOLFWELL15) https://bit.ly/touraimDISCOUNT

DECADE (Scott Fawcett) (code: GOLFWELL) https://bit.ly/decadegolfwell

Garmin Fenix 8 https://creatorlink.shop/4mW5ued

Dr Luke Benoit’s Practice DNA test - https://thegolftextbook.com/practice-dna/

In this episode, we're joined by top coach and fitter Jon Sinclair to break down how wedge bounce and grind affect full swings, chips, bunker shots, and turf interaction. Jon explains why low-bounce wedges can dig, how to match wedge design to your swing and course conditions, and why the right equipment should fit your delivery - not force you to change it.Follow Jon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonsinclairgolfWant your swing reviewed live on the show? Send us a video: [email protected]'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/4mW5uedDr Luke Benoit’s Practice DNA test - https://thegolftextbook.com/practice-...

Why do some golfers have ugly swings and shoot great scores… while others have beautiful swings and can’t take them from the range to the golf course?
In this episode, Cordie is joined by coaches Justin Kraft and Luke Benoit for a wide-ranging conversation about how golfers actually improve. From there, the conversation turns into a deeper debate about swing mechanics, skill development, transfer training, and how much you should actually be thinking about your swing while you play.
Want your swing reviewed live on the show? Send us a video: [email protected]
Justin Kraft: https://www.instagram.com/kraftygolf/
Dr Luke Benoit: https://www.instagram.com/dr.luke.benoit.golf
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-gsl
Stack (discount code GSL) https://bit.ly/stackcordiediscount
The Scoring Method (code: GOLFWELL) https://thescoringmethod.com/
Tour Aim (code: GOLFWELL15) https://bit.ly/touraimDISCOUNT
DECADE (Scott Fawcett) (code: GOLFWELL) https://bit.ly/decadegolfwell
Garmin Fenix 8 https://creatorlink.shop/4mW5ued
Subscribe for more technical swing analysis and let me know your biggest struggle with your ball striking in the comments.

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 [email protected] 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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.