It is arguably the greatest comeback story in the history of professional golf.

In this emotional and high-energy episode of the Imagen Golf Podcast, host Daniel Guest breaks down the breaking news out of Australia: Anthony Kim has won LIV Golf Adelaide, securing his first professional victory in nearly 16 years.

We dive deep into the journey of "AK"—from the swaggering, belt-buckle-wearing phenomenon of 2008 to the "Ghost of Golf" who vanished for a decade amidst injuries and addiction. Daniel explores how Kim rebuilt his body, his mind, and his swing to stare down Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau on Sunday.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The Blueprint: How AK went from shooting dead last in his return to lifting the trophy in Adelaide.
• The Dark Years: A look at the struggles, the 12-year disappearance, and the "why" that brought him back.
• The "1% Rule": How to apply Anthony Kim’s recovery mindset to your own golf game when you feel like quitting.
• Mental Toughness: Why finding your self-worth off the course is the secret to playing better on the course.

Whether you are an AK superfan or just love a good underdog story, this is an episode about resilience, redemption, and the proof that golf doesn't have to be so hard—even after a 16-year layoff.

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• Visit our Website: www.imagengolf.com
• Book a Lesson: Get your game on track today with Daniel Guest.
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"Never up, never in." It’s the most overused cliché in golf, usually chirped by a playing partner right after you leave a 20-footer just inches short. But what if we told you that cliché is actually hurting your game?

In this edition of FORE Minute Friday, we dig into the surprising stats behind putting speed. We debunk the aggressive "charge the cup" mentality and introduce the 20% Rule—the statistical reality that if you aren't leaving at least a few putts short, you are likely three-putting way too often.

Tune in to learn why dying the ball into the hole is the superior strategy and how to calibrate your speed for stress-free pars.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why hitting it past the hole effectively makes the cup smaller.
• The danger of the "aggressive" mindset.
• How to create a tighter dispersion circle for easier tap-ins.
• The "Safety Zone" concept for speed control.

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• Websisite: www.ImagenGolf.com
• Instagram: @ImagenGolf
• Twitter: @ImagenGolf

To get comfortable with the idea that "short is okay," we need to train your brain to stop fearing the front of the cup. This drill focuses on speed dispersion rather than just "making" the putt.

1. Find a relatively flat 20-foot putt on the practice green.
2. Place a string or a line of tees 18 inches behind the hole.
3. Grab 10 balls.

Your mission is to lag all 10 balls into the "Safety Zone"—the area between the front edge of the cup and the string behind it. However, we are going to embrace the 20% rule:

• The Target: Try to get 8 balls to finish inside the hole or in that 18-inch zone behind it.
• The "Success" Shorties: Intentionally allow yourself to leave 2 balls just a few inches short.

If you try to make all 10 go past the hole, you’ll subconsciously start hitting them harder and harder, eventually blowing them past your 18-inch safety string. By "allowing" yourself to be short on two of them, you take the tension out of your stroke.

The result? Your "aggressive" putts will actually stay closer to the hole because you aren't over-compensating to avoid the "never up, never in" shame.

Can you imagine playing 1.6 rounds of golf every single day for an entire year?

On this episode of the Imagen Golf Podcast, Daniel Guest sits down with golf photographer and world record holder Patrick Koenig. In 2023, Patrick embarked on the RGV Tour 2.0 with a singular mission: to break the world record for the most 18-hole golf courses played in a single year. He didn't just break the record—he shattered it, completing an astonishing 580 rounds in 365 days.

Patrick shares the gritty reality behind the glamorous photos, discussing the physical toll of walking over 1,500 miles, the logistical nightmare of navigating an RV through 41 states, and the mental shift required to keep swinging.

In this episode, we cover:

• The Physical Grind: How Patrick’s body survived the "ultra-marathon" of golf and why swinging at 80% was his secret weapon against injury.
• Logistics & Life on the Road: The reality of living in a Recreational Vehicle (RGV) and coordinating 580 tee times without a support team.
• The Mental Game: What playing every day taught Patrick about detaching from bad shots and finding true "flow" on the course.
• Hidden Gems: Patrick reveals the sleeper courses that blew him away (including a standout in Nebraska that you need to play).
• The Photography: How the camera kept him present and prevented burnout during the tour.

Whether you're a weekend warrior or a golf addict, Patrick’s story is a testament to endurance, passion, and the pure joy of the game. Tune in to hear how he turned a crazy idea into history.

Connect with Patrick Koenig:

• Instagram: @pjkoenig
• Website: PJKoenig.com

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• Website: ImagenGolf.com
• Book a Lesson: Get your game dialed in with "Golf Better Guaranteed."
• Instagram: Follow us for tips, drills, and updates.

Are you addicted to the range? Do you stripe it in practice swings but lose it the second a ball is in front of you?

In this edition of Fore Minute Friday, Daniel Guest challenges the number one obsession in golf: hitting the ball. We dive into why being "ball bound" is actually destroying your ability to make swing changes and why the secret to your next breakthrough might just be in your living room, not on the driving range.

In this episode, we cover:

• Process vs. Task: Why your brain panics when a ball appears.
• The Science: How neuroplasticity works and why you can’t learn at 100mph.
• The Challenge: The "Living Room Protocol" that can fix your swing in just 10 minutes a day without firing a single shot.

Stop wasting buckets and start building a better motor pattern today.

Connect with Daniel:

• Instagram: @DanielGuestGolf
• Website: www.ImagenGolf.com
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/IMAGENGolf

Here's a great video on an Early Extension Wall Drill:

Are you struggling with early extension in your golf swing? 🤔 Daniel from Imagen Golf has got you covered with a simple yet incredibly effective drill: The "Butt Against the Wall"! This...

https://youtu.be/fOpifmb8KZo?si=lJQ77vQ2J40s1QSs

Here are the "Big Two"—the two most common swing killers I see: The Slice (Over-the-Top) and Early Extension (Humping the Goat).

Here is your "Living Room Protocol" for the weekend. You don't need a ball, just a club (or an alignment stick) and a wall.

Equipment: A short iron (or just your hands) and a wall. Space: Enough room so you don't put a hole in your drywall or your TV.

Target: Fixing the Over-the-Top move and getting the club shallow.

1. Setup: Stand with your back to a wall. You want your heels about 10-12 inches away from the baseboard.
2. Backswing: Take the club to the top. The clubhead should not touch the wall yet.
3. The Move: As you start your downswing, I want you to feel the clubhead gently touch the wall behind you.
4. The Slide: Keep the clubhead lightly dragging down the wall until the shaft is parallel to the ground.
   • The Feeling: This forces the club to stay behind your hands (shallowing) instead of steepening out in front of you.
5. Exit: Once you hit parallel, rotate through to the finish.

Target: Keeping your hips deep and stopping the flip.

1. Setup: Stand in your golf posture with your butt specifically resting against a wall (or a chair).
2. Backswing: As you turn back, your right glute should slide along the wall, but maintain contact.
3. Transition: This is the key. As you start down, do NOT let your butt come off the wall.
4. Impact: At the moment of impact (in slow motion), your left glute should be pushing hard into the wall.
5. The Check: If you finish the swing and there is a gap between your trousers and the wall, you early extended.

Here is your set structure. Do not rush this.

• 5 Minutes: Wall Slide Drill (Slow motion)
• 5 Minutes: Cheek Squeeze Drill (Slow motion)
• Final 2 Minutes: Full swings (no wall) trying to blend both feels.

Do this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. When you get to the course next week, that swing is going to feel completely different.

Are you tired of weak slices, fat shots, or inconsistent contact? The difference between a frustrated amateur and a flushed iron shot often comes down to a single millisecond: Impact.

In this episode of The Imagen Golf Podcast, Top 100 Coach Daniel Guest dives deep into the physics of compression. We explore why the "flat lead wrist" is the non-negotiable secret to consistent ball striking and how you can stop "scooping" and start "compressing."

In this episode, we cover:

• The Science of the Scoop: Why breaking your wrists early destroys your distance and accuracy.
• The Bobby Clampett Standard: A look at the "Impact Zone" philosophy and why "clamping" down on the ball is the key to elite dynamic impact.
• Lessons from Legends: How Ben Hogan and modern stars like Dustin Johnson use wrist flexion to generate effortless power.
• The "Imagen" Toolkit: Daniel shares two game-changing visualizations—The Paintbrush and The Watch Face—that you can take directly to the range to lock in that pro-level feel.

Stop guessing at impact. Join Daniel Guest to learn how to turn your lead wrist into a steering wheel for success.

Listen now to transform your ball striking!

Here's the article I mentioned:

https://patch.com/pennsylvania/doylestown/holy-grail-ball-striking-why-flat-lead-wrist-non-negotiable-nodx?utm_source=share-link&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=share

Are you a golfer, or are you an athlete playing golf? There is a huge difference, and it’s showing up on your scorecard.

In this edition of FORE Minute Friday, Daniel Guest breaks down a core principle from Dr. Joe LaCaze (creator of ROTEXMotion): the importance of athleticism over static positions. If you are freezing over the ball with 15 different swing thoughts, you are killing your power and risking injury.

In just 4 minutes, you’ll learn:

• Why the "Frozen Golfer" struggles to create speed.
• How to use the ground and your kinetic chain like an elite athlete.
• The "Pre-Shot Athletic Check" to prime your body before you tee off.

Stop steering the ball and start swinging with intent. Let’s get your game in shape for the weekend!

Links:

• Visit Imagen Golf: www.ImagenGolf.com
• Learn more about Dr. Joe LaCaze: www.RotexMotion.com
• Follow us on Instagram: @ImagenGolf

Are you sabotaging your golf game before you even take the club back? In this edition of FORE Minute Friday, we tackle the single most common equipment mistake among amateur golfers: playing with too little loft.

If you aren't swinging like a Tour pro, you shouldn't be playing their equipment specs. We break down the physics of why "loft is your friend" and how adding degrees to your driver, woods, and hybrids can actually result in more distance and better stopping power.

In this 4-minute episode, you'll learn:

• The Garden Hose Analogy: Why lower swing speeds require higher launch angles for maximum carry.
• The 3-Wood Trap: Why you should consider swapping your 3-wood for a 4-wood or 5-wood immediately.
• The "Cheat Code": Why pros like Dustin Johnson are putting 7-woods in the bag (and why you should too).
• Holding the Green: How higher lofted hybrids improve your descent angle to stop the ball close to the pin.

Put the ego aside and start writing lower numbers on your scorecard.

Connect with Imagen Golf:

• Website: www.imagengolf.com
• Instagram: @ImagenGolf
• Book a Lesson: [Link to booking page]

Hit 'em straight!

Are you spending $600 on a new driver to gain 5 yards, but ignoring the one piece of equipment you use on every single hole?

In this episode of the Imagen Golf Podcast, Daniel sits down with Mark Chantal, the founder of Pick Up Tee, to discuss the hidden yardage sitting right in your pocket. Mark explains the surprising physics of friction at the tee box and how standard wooden pegs might be robbing you of distance and accuracy.

In this episode, we cover:

• The "Friction Factor": How traditional tees create drag and increase backspin, killing your carry distance.
• The Design: How Pick Up Tee’s flexible prong technology reduces resistance for a cleaner launch.
• Consistent Height: Why teeing it up at the exact same height every time is crucial for ball-striking consistency.
• Durability: Why you won’t be snapping a tee on every other drive anymore.

If you want to add distance to your game without changing your swing, this is a must-listen!

Links & Resources:

• Get the Tee: Visit PickUpTee.com and use code IMAGEN for a special offer.
• Follow Imagen Golf: Visit our Website | Follow us on Instagram
• Book a Lesson: Ready to play the best golf of your life? Schedule here.

Are you leaking power at the top of your backswing?

It often comes down to one common fault: letting your weight slide to the outside of your foot. In this edition of FORE Minute Friday, we open the history books to revisit Ben Hogan’s Five Lessons and his legendary advice on the lower body.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why "swaying" destroys your ability to generate torque.
• Ben Hogan's visualization of the "solid post" and where your pressure needs to be.
• The Doorstop Drill: A simple mental cue to ensure you are coiled, loaded, and ready to explode through the ball.

Get your game in shape for the weekend in four minutes or less!

Links: Book your lesson at ImagenGolf.com

It’s that time of year. The clubs are in the garage, the weather is turning, and the "Gear Acquisition Syndrome" is kicking in. You’re scrolling through reviews, convinced that a new $600 driver is the secret to breaking 90.

But what if the secret to better golf this year wasn't in your bag, but on your nightstand?

In this edition of FORE Minute Friday, host Daniel Guest makes the case for upgrading your "software" instead of your hardware. We’re talking about the power of reading a golf book.

In this 4-minute episode, you’ll hear:

• The ROI of Reading: Why a $20 paperback offers better value than a new hybrid.
• Mental Reps: How to improve your course management without leaving the couch.
• The Challenge: Daniel’s specific call to action for the weekend.
• Top Recommendations: Why Dr. Bob Rotella and Harvey Penick should be your new swing coaches.

Stop looking for a swing fix in a credit card transaction. Grab a book, change your perspective, and get your mind right for the season ahead.

Books Mentioned in this Episode:

• Golf is Not a Game of Perfect by Dr. Bob Rotella
• Harvey Penick's Little Red Book
• A Good Walk Spoiled by John Feinstein

Connect with Imagen Golf:

• Website: www.imagengolf.com
• Follow us on Instagram: @ImagenGolf
• Email: [email protected]

1. Harvey Penick's Little Red Book by Harvey Penick & Bud Shrake

• The Vibe: Wisdom passed down from a grandfather.
• Why Read It: It is the best-selling golf book of all time for a reason. Penick condenses a lifetime of teaching pros like Tom Kite and Ben Crenshaw into simple, digestible anecdotes. It’s not about complex mechanics; it’s about "taking dead aim."
• Best For: Any golfer who wants to lower their score without getting a headache.

2. Ben Hogan's Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf by Ben Hogan

• The Vibe: The technical bible.
• Why Read It: If you want to understand the mechanics of the swing, this is the source code. Hogan’s illustrations (by Anthony Ravielli) are iconic. It breaks the swing down into four parts: The Grip, Stance/Posture, The First Part of the Swing, and The Downswing.
• Best For: The player who wants to build a fundamentally sound swing from the ground up.

3. Golf My Way by Jack Nicklaus

• The Vibe: The masterclass.
• Why Read It: It is the definitive instructional text from the greatest major champion in history. It covers everything from strategy and ball flight to the mental approach. It is comprehensive and timeless.
• Best For: Golfers who want to understand how a champion thinks and executes.

4. Golf is Not a Game of Perfect by Dr. Bob Rotella

• The Vibe: A therapy session for your golf game.
• Why Read It: Rotella is the godfather of golf psychology. He teaches that confidence is crucial and that you must accept bad shots to play good golf. This book will save you more strokes than a new driver ever could.
• Best For: The player who hits it great on the range but falls apart on the first tee.

5. Zen Golf: Mastering the Mental Game by Dr. Joseph Parent

• The Vibe: Mindfulness meets the fairway.
• Why Read It: While Rotella focuses on attitude, Parent focuses on specific mental techniques (breathing, visualization, routine) to clear the clutter from your mind. It offers practical drills to stay in the present moment.
• Best For: The anxious golfer who has too many swing thoughts.

6. The Match: The Day the Game of Golf Changed Forever by Mark Frost

• The Vibe: A cinematic thriller.
• Why Read It: It tells the true story of a private, high-stakes match in 1956 at Cypress Point: Ben Hogan and Byron Nelson vs. amateurs Ken Venturi and Harvie Ward. It is widely considered one of the most gripping sports books ever written.
• Best For: Anyone who loves a good story. You won’t be able to put it down.

7. A Good Walk Spoiled: Days and Nights on the PGA Tour by John Feinstein

• The Vibe: Behind the velvet ropes.
• Why Read It: Feinstein spent a year embedded on the PGA Tour in the 90s. It captures the grind, the pressure, and the razor-thin margin between glory and failure. It humanizes the pros in a way no other book has since.
• Best For: Fans of professional golf who want to know what life is really like inside the ropes.

8. The Greatest Game Ever Played by Mark Frost

• The Vibe: The origin story of American golf.
• Why Read It: It details the 1913 U.S. Open where a working-class amateur, Francis Ouimet, took on the British titans, Harry Vardon and Ted Ray. It reads like a novel but is historically accurate.
• Best For: History buffs and anyone who loves an underdog story.

9. Golf in the Kingdom by Michael Murphy

• The Vibe: Mystical and philosophical.
• Why Read It: Part fiction, part philosophy, this 1972 classic introduces the character of Shivas Irons, a Scottish golf pro who teaches the metaphysical side of the game. It’s a cult classic that explores the spiritual connection between the player and the game.
• Best For: The dreamer and the philosopher.

10. A Course Called Ireland by Tom Coyne

• The Vibe: The ultimate golf adventure.
• Why Read It: Tom Coyne walked (yes, walked) the entire coastline of Ireland, playing every links course along the way. It is a hilarious, grueling, and heartwarming love letter to the game and the people who play it.
• Best For: Anyone dreaming of a golf trip across the pond.