The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast

Golf coach Liam Mucklow joins us to share some interesting data he uncovered in his study on grip pressure and size. We learn how the size of your grip can reduce dispersion by over 30% and how grip strength and pressure are among the "secrets" to achieving better golf swings.



Thank you to our show sponsors Hammer Made, Ethos Life Insurance, LMNT, and Pestie:



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If you want to take your hydration to the next level without sugar and all of the other dodgy ingredients in sports drinks, then you need to try LMNT. They just released a limited edition lemonade blend for the summer months.

Visit ⁠⁠https://drinklmnt.com/sweetspot⁠⁠ to claim your free gift.

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Hammer Made offers unique, stylish, and small-batch-produced menswear. Manufactured in the same facilities as some of the top luxury brands, but without the crazy price tag. Look good and feel good with their perfectly tailored polos, button-downs, sport coats, and more.

Use code SWEETSPOT at ⁠https://www.hammermade.com/sweetspot⁠ to get $50 off your first purchase.


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This episode explores the concept of attack angle and arc depth. We explore the tradeoffs in technique, how these are two different (but related) concepts, and how you can make meaningful changes based on your swing tendencies.
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Harvey Penick's Little Red Book is regarded as one of the best golf books ever written. In this episode, we break down some of the top takeaways from the book that remain relevant today, despite being decades old. What's old is new again!



Thank you to our show sponsors Hack Motion, Rhoback, and LMNT



Analyzing thousands of swings, our partner HackMotion found that casting is one of the most common faults among mid- and higher-handicap players — and a major reason for lost power, poor contact, and inconsistency.

If you’re releasing the club early in the downswing, you’re leaving distance on the table and making it harder to strike the ball solidly.

The good news? You can fix it with one simple drill. What is here:

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Experience the unmatched comfort and versatility of Rhoback (pronounced ROW-back) Activewear, perfect for the golf course to everyday life.

From polos with the best collars in the game to incredibly soft Q-zips for early morning rounds and hoodies so comfortable you'll never want to take them off, Rhoback delivers performance without sacrificing style.

Use code SWEET20 for 20% off your first purchase at ⁠⁠⁠⁠rhoback.com

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If you want to take your hydration to the next level without sugar and all of the other dodgy ingredients in sports drinks, then you need to try LMNT. They just released a limited edition lemonade blend for the summer months.

Visit ⁠https://drinklmnt.com/sweetspot⁠ to claim your free gift.
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Dr. Sasho Mackenzie joins the show to discuss the role of ground reaction forces in the golf swing, his thoughts on the golf ball rollback, and several other topics!



Thank you to our show sponsors Pestie, Rhoback, Ridge and Maui Nui

Tired of bugs invading your home? Pestie is a simple, DIY pest control kit customized to your location and climate—no expensive service needed. For just $35 per treatment, you get everything you need to keep your home bug-free, with a 100% money-back guarantee. It’s pet and kid-friendly and even used in schools and hospitals. Sweet Spot listeners get 10% off at ⁠pestie.com/sweetspots

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Looking for a lean, high-protein snack on the course? Maui Nui meat sticks pack 10g of protein in just 55 calories, with a clean, simple flavor perfect for golf. Sourced from wild axis deer on Maui, Maui Nui is the only company offering 100% wild-harvested, stress-free meat—part of a mission to restore Hawaii’s ecosystem. Trusted by names like Dr. Huberman and Tim Ferriss, their products are a go-to for health-conscious eaters. Check out sticks, fresh cuts, and more at ⁠mauinuivenison.com/golf⁠.

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Experience the unmatched comfort and versatility of Rhoback (pronounced ROW-back) Activewear, perfect for the golf course to everyday life.

From polos with the best collars in the game to incredibly soft Q-zips for early morning rounds and hoodies so comfortable you'll never want to take them off, Rhoback delivers performance without sacrificing style.

Use code SWEET20 for 20% off your first purchase at ⁠⁠⁠rhoback.com

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Looking for a sleek, thin wallet that you can keep in your front pocket? Ridge is literally the last wallet you'll ever have to buy - it's made with premium materials like aluminum and carbon fiber. And all ridge wallets come with a lifetime warranty . With over 100,000 5-star reviews and 50 colors to choose from you likely won't have to take advantage of their 99-day risk-free trial, but it's there if you need it.

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In this episode, we discuss the importance of embracing your driver and how this translates to other parts of your game where it's easy to "avoid" your weaknesses. Additionally, we discuss benchmarks in impact location and their influence on ball flight.



Thank you to our show sponsors Shot Pattern, Rhoback, Hammer Made and LMNT

Experience the unmatched comfort and versatility of Rhoback (pronounced ROW-back) Activewear, perfect for the golf course to everyday life.

From polos with the best collars in the game to incredibly soft Q-zips for early morning rounds and hoodies so comfortable you'll never want to take them off, Rhoback delivers performance without sacrificing style.

Use code SWEET20 for 20% off your first purchase at ⁠⁠rhoback.com

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Hammer Made offers unique, stylish, and small-batch-produced menswear. Manufactured in the same facilities as some of the top luxury brands, but without the crazy price tag. Look good and feel good with their perfectly tailored polos, button-downs, sport coats, and more.

Use code SWEETSPOT at https://www.hammermade.com/sweetspot to get $50 off your first purchase.

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Shot Pattern is the golf GPS and stats app that puts strategy at the forefront. The app is built to help you learn, see, and understand your shot dispersion to pick smarter targets based on your data and shoot lower scores. New users get 20% off by visiting ⁠⁠https://shotpattern.app/sweetspot⁠

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If you want to take your hydration to the next level without sugar and all of the other dodgy ingredients in sports drinks, then you need to try LMNT. They just released a limited edition lemonade blend for the summer months.

Visit https://drinklmnt.com/sweetspot to claim your free gift.
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