Golf Longevity: Recent Episodes
Scott mcwilliam
Welcome to the Golf Longevity Podcast Presented by Golf MATchanics.
The goal of this Podcast is to educated golfers to help them take care of their bodies keep them playing golf longer.
At Golf MATchanics we believe the key to your Golf Longevity and playing well into your golden years is to be Flexable. We want to Educate you about your Muscular system and how it’s intricate roll is directly related to your performance and how long you are able to stay in the game.
Why expect excellence and repeatability if you don’t take care of the most important part of your golf game. Your Muscle.
Hey Golfers!
Are you a victim of or know of someone who was the victim of an ACL reconstruction?
Sit tight this episode is for you.
Welcome the E:32 ACL Reconstruction
During this Episode I will be diving into the ACL Recontraction surgery. Are there different options? What Does this mean for my golf game? What do I need to focus on to keep my knee strong? Plus, I will be talking about several of my clients who have had ACL reconstruction, but each situation created different body outcomes for their game.
Enjoy.
Hey Golfers!
Have you told yourself If I lose weight I can golf better. But you have no clue what to do?
This episode may be for you.
Welcome to E31: Macro Manipulation.
During this episode I will be talking about macronutrients, which are carbs, fat, and proteins. I will be explaining how to manipulate your macros based on if you working out or not, golfing, or even cheating that day. Understanding chemistry can help control your weight, build a effect diet, or I like to call them, eating with a purpose, with the main goal of helping you stay fueled to golf better.
Enjoy.
Hey Golfers!
Have you been told to “build” a stronger body for your golf game, but you ask yourself.. where do I start? Which muscles do I need to focus on? What are some good exercises or machines to use?
Sound like you? Take a seat and listen up
Welcome to Episode 30: Build The Perfect Golfer’s Body.
During this episode I have ranked the top 4 areas you need to focus on, to build a stronger more efficient golfer’s body. Plus, as a bonus Stick around for the end of the podcast to learn some completely avoided areas that if you build strength could change your game forever.
Enjoy!
Hey Golfers!
So you want to develop more power – You hear Just Swing Faster! Well.. It’s not that simple.
Check it out.
Welcome to E:29: Power: It’s not that simple.
We not only have a poor understanding on how to develop power, we also have no clue how to apply it to our golf swing, other than swing faster. During this Episode I will be talking about Power. Ill be diving into what Power means, what variables are necessary for you to develop a more powerful body, what system I use to create more power, and how to apply it to your golf swing.
Enjoy
Hey Golfers!
I know why you suck at golf! Check out your posture!!
Have you ever heard this? I know I have
Welcome to E:28 ImPOSTURE
During this episode I am going to be talking about Postural Assessments. Are the worth it? Should I rely heavily on something someone told me once? Should it define me? Most importantly how can a postural assessment help my golf game?
Lets find out!
Enjoy!
Hey Golfers!
Have you ever heard of MAT otherwise known as Muscle Activation Techniques?I bet you have, but there is a huge chance you lump it in with other modailites as the same.
Lets Clarify…
Welcome to E:27: Isnt MAT like….
During this Episode I will be dive into the back ground of Muscle Activation Techniques and the founder, greg Roskophf. What make MAT so dramatically different than any other modality, and do a little comparing and contrasting between other modalities such as chiropractor, massage, and physical therapy.
Enjoy!
Say it Ain’t so Will.. How many of you were disappointed to find out that Will Zalatoris had season ending back surgery.
I was extremely disappointed, but not surprised.
Hey Golfers..
Welcome to E:26 Micro Disk-End-omy
During this Episode I want to dive into what is in store for Will Zalatoris after his Micro – Diskectomy, plus I’ll breakdown down what exactly is happening during this surgery, which is highly downplayed, and how this can affect the rest of his golf career.
Enjoy
Hey Golfers!
Have you ever said.. Man my knees are weak? Are you worried that your knees are keeping you from walking the course?
Then you may want to take a seat and tune in.
Welcome to E:25 – Why do My Knees Suck
During this Episode I will be discussing Knees. Breaking down, my favorite, structure and function of the knee joint. Plus.. explain some huge variable we need to consider on why our knees get beat up resulting in weakness and surgery.
Enjoy
Hey Golfers!
So I have a question. What goes through your head when you finally get out for your first round of the season?
Well.. the only thing that goes through my head is excellence! JK.. it more like don’t screw up!
Welcome to E24: Camelback - Padre – Amateur hour.
I finally had the chance to play my first round for the year in Scottsdale Arizona at Camelback Golf Club - Padre Course. During this episode Ill be finally be able to put my 6 month experiment to the test during my first round of the season. Plus I will be chatting also about what went well and what didn’t and how a chipping green at my Air BnB made my trip.
Enjoy
Hey Golfers!
Let me guess.. You deal with hip tightness. That was probably a stupid question. If you do, Then you are just in time!
You may want to sit and listen to this episode.
Welcome to Episode 23: Why you walkin so funny? Hips Tight?
During this Episode I will be breaking down the hips. Talking about the structural set up and muscle layout which, along with the job of the hips may shed light on why your hips feel like you just were put through hell and back after a round of golf.
Enjoy
Hey Golfers!
Do you ever wonder why your ball doesn’t go farther? You take lessons and buy the best equipment, but your ball still doesn’t increase in speed or distance?
Maybe it is because you are a pendulum Golfer.
Check it out!
Welcome to Episode 22: Are you a Pendulum Golfer?
During this episode I will explain what it means to be a Pendulum Golfer, if you fall into this category, this maybe a reason why you are injured regularly or can’t get distance on your ball.
Enjoy.
Hey Golfers!
Have you ever through how your golf game is effected by spinal breakdown?
Lets examine this…
Welcome to Episode 21: My Spine Does Whaaat? Part 2
During this Episode I will be adding an extra layer into the conversation from last weeks podcast My Spine Does Whaaat? Part 1. This week, I will be dissecting specific spinal conditions such as stenosis, bulged discs and herniated discs and how these conditions can alter our swing mechanics.
Enjoy
Hey Golfers.
What if I told you I could give you an advantage in your golf game by simply understanding spinal mechanics? Curious?
Let me explain!
By understanding how your spine is build, this will dictate how it moves and will give you a true understanding on how your spine functions.
Welcome to episode 20: This is Part 1 of a 2 part series: Your Spine Does whaaaat??
During this episode I will be breaking down the different segments of the spine, as well as the kinematics of the spine, and how it plays a factor in your golf swing.
Enjoy!
Hey Golfers!
Have you ever wondered how your body measures up to the pros? Im NOT talking about just strength and skill I’m taking about your anthro-paw-metry.
Antro..What?
Check it out!
Wecome to Episode 19: How Do You Measure Up?
During this episode I will be talking about anthropometry, which is a study of the measurements and proportions of the human body. I have a theory. Is there a very specific body type or body segment ratios that gives people a higher chance to have a more mechanical advantage to be better at golf?.
Lets see if we can find a connection.
Enjoy!
Hey Golfers!
Do you wear orthodics in your golf shoes? Are they your saving grace? But you know orthodics are the quick fix to get you on the course, but there maybe an underline problem.
Let’s Chat...
Welcome to Episode 18: London Bridges Falling Down.
During this Episode I will be discussing orothodics. Are they good? Are they key to healthy feet? Or.. Are they exasperating the problem? What about weak feet muscles? Could stronger feet eliminate the need of arch supports? Lets find out and you can make your own decision.
Enjoy..
Hey Golfers.
Are you have trouble building ground reaction forces to improve your ball flight? Exhausted with trying to turn through your hips?
Maybe it’s time to shift your thinking. Maybe it’s time to focus on your feet.
Hear me out.
Welcome to Episode 17: Walk it off.
During this Episode I will be discussing the feet. I will be explaining the importance of this rearfoot and forefoot transition, even though it happens passively, in the feet, while walking and playing it is a vital role in ground reaction forces to achieve the swing of your dreams.
Enjoy
Hey Golfers!
Are you at that age where Arthritis is a big concern? Is it affecting your life and your golf game?
The answer is simply Yes.. I personally live with arthritis every day.
Welcome to Episode 16: Hello My Name Is Jim And I Have Arthritis.
In this episode I will be talking about what arthritis is, how to navigate around it, and not let it consume your life.
Enjoy.
Hey Golfers!
You finally took the initiative to get in shape during this off-season, but as fast as you started your plan was over.
I watch this mentality every day.
Welcome to Episode 15: SH*T Progression.
During this Episode I will be talking about the failed mentality that we use to get into shape, which only ends up leaving us stupidly sore and more likely quitting before actually started. The only thing you actually achieved was being overly discouraged.
Enjoy!
Hey Golfers!
Have you ever woke up the next morning after a grueling round and thought Man I could definitely use a massage to get me limber again?
You are not alone..
Welcome to Episode 14: Rub my pain away.
During this Episode I will be diving into the questions, Are massages bad? Do they actually help? What exactly is going on when I get rubbed? When is the best time to get a massage, and have the most effect on my golf game?
Enjoy!
Hey Golfers.
Have you ever broken your Clavicle? Do you know what your Clavicle is?
Let me explain..
Welcome to E13: So I Broke my Clavicle.
In this is episode I will be taking about the most important bone in your shoulder girdle, your Clavicle. I will be breaking down how the clavicle plays an essential role in your shoulder girdle function and mobility. Plus.. if you are one of the unlucky individuals who have broken your clavicle, I will explain how this may affect your golf game.
Enjoy
Hey Golfers!
Do ever walking in a gym and not know where to start?
Do you just start youtubing golf exercises and just assume this is the best way to build your hopes and dreams?
Let me help build some clarity
Welcome to Episode 12: Pick your Weapon
During this episode i will be discussing the difference between strength machine, Cable machine, Free weights, and Kettle bells. What are their advantages and disadvantages, and how to navigate which pieces of equipment may be the most adventagous during your workout.
Enjoy!
Hey Golfers
Do you discount your past injuries and surgeries?
Have you heard this from a fellow golfer? That injury was years ago. I’m fine. But I just can’t get there my body wont let me.
Listen up. This may change your perspective.
Welcome to Episode 11: Body Truama amnesia.
During this Episode I will be explaining What body trauma amnesia is and why you should never discount an injury or surgery as completely healed. I will also give examples how past injuries and surgeries played havoc on my clients golf games which lead to a decrease in performance and power.
Enjoy!
Hey Golfers!
Here’s a question for you.
Would you refer to yourself as a seasonal or year-round golfer? Before you jump the gun and answer
Think about it. After this podcast you may have a different view.
Welcome to Episode 10: What Type of Golfer Are You?
During this episode I will be drawing a line in the sand. I will be defining what the different characteristics are between a seasonal golfer verse a year-round golfer and why we need to stop wasting time if we are trying to become the best golfer possible.
Enjoy!
Hey Golfers!
Has a golf pro or Fitness Coach ever told you to engage your core by tucking your pelvis?
So you focus on it, but it started to create back pain?
I’ve been there.
Welcome to Episode 9: The Posterior pelvic Tilt. Is it good or bad?
During this episode I will be exploring the pelvic tilt. I will be breaking down the Structure and motion of the LumboPelvic region. What it means to Posterior tilt your pelvis, and how this obsession could be the cause of your back pain.
Enjoy!
Hey Golfers!
Have you heard of Periodization Programing?
Do you know what it is?
Have you ever tried to apply this process to your off-season workouts?
Stay tuned!
Episode 8: How to Maximize your Off-Season training – Part 3: Periodization Programing
During this episode of the final podcast of a 3-part series I will be not only be breaking down the different sections of periodization training and how I train each section, I will be explain how to integrate the information you received from Podcast 6: Assessing your body and Podcast 7: Assessing Strength into your programming.
Enjoy!!
Hey Golfers
Have you heard of Periodization Programing?
Do you know what it is?
Have you ever tried to apply this process to your off-season workouts?
Stay tuned!
Episode 8: How to Maximize your Off-Season training – Part 3: Periodization Programing
During this episode of the final podcast of a 3-part series I will be not only be breaking down the different sections of periodization training and how I train each section, I will be explain how to integrate the information you received from Podcast 6: Assessing your body and Podcast 7: Assessing Strength into your programming.
Enjoy!!
Hey Golfers!
Isn’t it just deflating after finishing a string of workouts and your gains are still unclear?Are you looking for a guaranteed way to build definite strength throughout your training program?
Keep Listening! This episode may help.
During Episode 7: How to Maximize your Off-Season Training: Part 2: Assessing Strength.
I will be explaining Why it is important to have some type of strength assessment process, What you need to consider, and How to apply it.
Hey Golfers
Do you feel time is lost in between the last swing of the season and the first swing of next? Why do golfers waste off seasons expecting to get better at golf without do a thing?
Is this you? Pay attention.
During Episode 6: Maximize your Off-season Training Part 1 – Accessing your body.
This is part 1 of a 3 part Series. I will be walking you through how to start accessing your body and why it is important before ever developing a workout program.
Disclaimer: During recording there is a significant amount of noise coming from outside my office. A apologize for the noise.
Hey Golfers! Are you confused about how, when, and why to add isometrics to your workout? But you know deep down inside isometrics can help you build strength and power during this off season? But you just need some direction?
Keep listening!
During Episode 5: How to add Isometrics to your workout. I will be diving into what an isometric contraction is, how to use them, and why they can benefit you.
Hey Golfers!
Are you Looking to improve awareness and strength? If you are looking for a new way of thinking, a new process to strengthen your body for your golf game this off season.
This Episode if for you.
During episode 4: Be Flexable®
I will be talking about What does it mean to be Flexable and why is it important to start respecting the connection between the Muscular system and Nervous system vs trying to submit it.
Hey Golfers Should I be more Flexible or have more Mobility when it comes to my golf game? Which one is more important and is there a difference?
If you are looking to find an edge to improve your golf game, by understanding what mobility is and how the lack of it can destroy your consistency, accuracy, and enjoyment of this game. This episode is for you.
During this episode I will be exploring the topic of mobility and more importantly symmetrical mobility and how it applies to your golf swing.
Welcome to the Golf Longevity Podcast Presented by Golf MATchanics
Hey golfers do you lack flexibility? Are you tired of stretching every day and you still aren’t improving? Are you questioning if stretching is even worth it?
You are not alone.
During is episode I will be talking about what does it actually mean to be Flexible and is stretching the best way to obtain this “flexible status” to help your golf game
Or is there a better way?
If you are frustrated, confused, and annoyed because you are not getting more flexible with the current model.
Pay attention I hope I can shed more light on the topic
Are you looking for something new?
Is your Golf game not at the level you know it should be?
Are you finding yourself watching more golf in the club house vs. bombing balls out of the tee box?
Do you want to make a change this off season?
On this week's episode of the Golf Longevity Podcast, presented by Golf MATchanics. Scott dives into the history of his new company call Golf MATchanics. The Trials and tribulations he went through, and creating the Be Flexable® system.
If you are looking for new and are tired not getting your body to feel better over this off season. You'll love this eposide. Check it out!