In this episode Trottie, Dazzler and Chris welcome Matt Krug, a psychologist with extensive experience in sports psychology, particularly in golf. They discuss Matt's background, the development of a new app designed to enhance golfers' mental skills, and the importance of understanding mental variables in performance.
They delve into the assessment of young talent, the impact of competitiveness, and the differences between a winning mindset and a fear of losing. The app aims to provide personalised mental training and is accessible to both amateur and professional golfers.
Matt discusses the significance of mental routines in golf, emphasising the importance of a pre-shot routine and how it can enhance mental efficiency. He explores the concept of mental club fitting, which assesses a golfer's mental skills and how they can be applied beyond the sport. Discussions also touches on the balance between competitiveness and enjoyment for young golfers, the impact of background on development, and the legacy he hopes to leave in the game. Finally, Matt explains the concept of improvement style and how it relates to decision-making in golf.
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