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The real reason we train for golf

There’s something that happens when we spend an entire day on the golf course.  Especially when that day involves 100 holes.  We have a lot of time to think.  And somewhere along the way, the game becomes about a lot more than the score on the card.  It’s about being

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145 holes in 7 days. Why not?

Here’s something I didn’t mention in yesterday’s email.  The 100-Hole Hike wasn’t the only golf on my calendar the past seven days.  Last Friday, I walked 9 holes.  Sunday afternoon, another 18.  Tuesday, of course, was the 100-Hole Hike.  And today, I have another 18 scheduled.  That’s 145 holes of

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363 strokes. 31,000 steps. One day.

Yesterday was a pretty interesting day.  For the third year in a row, I took on the Youth on Course 100 Hole Hike.  100 holes of golf.   All in one day.  And when I looked at the numbers afterward, even I had to laugh a little.  363 strokes.  Over 14 miles

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100 holes. One day. We’re going for it.

Next Tuesday, we’re playing 100 holes of golf in one day.  Yep.   100.  For the third year in a row, we’re taking part in the Youth on Course 100 Hole Hike.  And while we’re pretty sure our feet, backs, and legs will have a few things to say about that decision

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Golf gave us more than just a game

Golf is a funny game.  We spend years trying to get better at it.  We get frustrated.   We lose balls.   We wonder why we keep coming back – damn you last great shot on 18!  And yet, some of the best memories of our lives happen on a golf course. 

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This is what you’re actually missing

There’s a mistake I think a lot of golfers over 40 make.  They assume they need to BUILD something they’re missing.  More mobility.  More strength.  More flexibility.  More balance.  And yes, those things matter.  But I don’t think they’re the real starting point.  Because if you grew up playing sports… 

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