PODCAST EPISODES

62: How a 40 year old Golf Instructor Changed His Game by Lifting Heavy Things with Nicholas Zaher

What does it take to make your workouts and golf game 18STRONG? Join us as one of Germany’s most well respected golf instructors, Nicholas Zaher, shares his experience of teaching golfers to play better through both golf instruction and fitness. As a 40 year old “holistic golf coach,” Nicholas Zaher has personally seen big changes in his own game, longers drives, better posture, more endurance on the course once he started paying more attention to his body and started LIFTING HEAVY THINGS! He has since been implementing fitness and strength training into all of his clients programs with incredible success. Subscribe to the 18STRONG Podcast on iTunes and stitcher by clicking the button below: Nicholas Zaher’s Background Graduated as a Fully Qualified PGA Golf Professional at the PGA National Headquarters, Great Britain in 1997. 2002 to 2009 Nick was Director and co-owner of all German based David Leadbetter Golf Academies (DLGA) and a Senior Certified DLGA Instructor. In 2007 he learned about the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) whilst in Sweden and since then has been on a fascinating journey TPI Certified Golf Fitness Instructor, Golf Biomechanist, Junior Coach, Fitness Professional and FMS Certified. Founder of Golf Athletz, a holistic coach, a passionate golfer, multiple Ironman finisher and lives in Berlin, Germany. Highlights from this Episode Nick shares his background growing up in Liverpool where he learned to play golf on the Soccer Pitch of all places! He walks us through his experience playing and eventually earning his pro card and how he ended up owning and running all of the David Leadbetter Schools in Germany After being introduced to TPI in 2007, Nick’s journey as a golf instructor rook a turn in a new direction that involved finding the missing piece to his golf instruction Nick’s new found passion for learning more about the body, how it moves, and how to maximize it’s performance has created a much more “holistic” philosophy to Nick’s coaching methods Nick says he really noticed a HUGE difference in his game when he started working more o his body, and especially when he started LIFTING HEAVIER THINGS Nick gives us 4 exercises that he thinks have changed

October 29, 2015 No Comments

61: What Kind of Cardio Should YOU be Doing? with Neal Hausch

What does it take to make your workouts and golf game 18STRONG? In this episode, Neal Hausch shares his experiences from his facility, Golf Fitness Plus, in Akron Ohio where he works with golfers from the junior to elite levels. Neal provides a unique few on the concept of “cardio” training based not only on his experience in the gym but also in the hospital setting where he works with cardiopulmonary patients, and thus has an extensive background in the effects of exercise on the lungs and heart. Subscribe to the 18STRONG Podcast on iTunes and stitcher by clicking the button below: Neal’s Hausch’s Background Undergraduate degrees in Biology and Sport Science from Malone University in 2004 Received a Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Akron, 2007 During that time, he spent numerous clinical hours in the fields of physical therapy, cardiac rehabilitation, and cardiac testing Certified Clinical Exercise Specialist through the American College of Sports Medicine TPI Certified Golf Fitness Instructor Highlights from this Episode Neal Tells the incredible story of how he started Golf Fitness Plus and ended up winning the equipment from the TPI’s facility in Oceanside, California. Over the past several years, many tour players have made their way through the doors of Golf FItness Plus around the time of the WGC Bridgestone Invitational, which is held at Firestone Country Club. We talk about what the guys were doing this past year during this week and how each had a little different approach to their workouts that week. Neal breaks down “cardio” for us. What is it? Who should do it? And how. You will learn how to figure out how far to push yourself and when you’re not pushing yourself enough. Neal explains why he likes using the treadmill for sprints, but also gives some other options that you can use. Neal prefers using sprints (or high intensity intervals, we use the term interchangeably) lasting no longer than 60 seconds. If you want to go longer, don’t, make it harder (ie. more resistance, higher speed, more incline, etc.) CaddyShack or Happy Gilmore? Caddyshack Who would you like to spend a day on

October 22, 2015 No Comments

60: Chasing the PGA Tour (and what it’s going to take to get there) with Adam Long

What does it take to make it to the PGA Tour? Join us as Adam Long shares his ongoing journey over the last 5 years to present day as a professional golfer striving to reach the ultimate goal of playing (and winning) on the PGA Tour! Adam narrowly missed being in the top 25 money earners on the Web.com Tour, which would have secured his card to play in the PGA Tour for the 2015-2016 season. He has very high hopes for this upcoming season. In this interview, Adam shares some of his highest and lowest moments on the course, as well as some of the key lessons that have gotten him this far on his journey. Subscribe to the 18STRONG Podcast on iTunes and stitcher by clicking the button below: Adam Long’s Background Born in Louisiana Grew up playing golf in St. Louis, MO He had a highly decorated amateur career, ranked as high as 8th in the Golfweek Junior Golf Rankings He played four years at Duke University, compiling quite a resume for both his golf game and academics. After graduating, he wasted no time, deciding to turn pro in June of 2010, and had relatively quick success with solid finishes on the eGolf and Hooters tour, including a win in 2011. Adam played his way onto the Web.com tour this past year, with highlights including T2, 4th place, T13, and T18 finish. Adam finished #41 on the money list at the end of the regular season, just 16 spots away from earning his PGA card. Highlights from this Episode He also walks us through 2 of the most gratifying moments in his golf career: Adam walks us through his LOWEST MOMENT on the golf course which was several missed cuts right before US Open Qualifying, and the lessons he learned from this experience Adam walks us through some of the most important moments that he feels have shifted his career: When his college coach told him he had a chance to go pro and needed to shift his focus When he started working with mental game coach Bob Rotella and started working on his philosophy of “who Adam Long is

October 15, 2015 No Comments

59: Why Most Golf Fitness Programs Fail with Ryan Blackburn

What does it take to make your workouts and golf game 18STRONG? Join us as Ryan Blackburn from Orlando Golf Performance shares his expertise and gives us an in inside look at some of the biggest mistakes golfers are making in their fitness program. Ryan Blackburn works primarily with PGA, LPGA, and mini-tour players in Orlando, FL. His approach is to make sure his athletes are all moving better first, so they can maximize their strength training in the off-season. Ryan shares some of the secrets of his off-season training and the mistakes he often sees golfers make when they design their own training programs. Subscribe to the 18STRONG Podcast on iTunes and stitcher by clicking the button below: Ryan Blackburn’s Background Owner of Orlando Golf Performance TPI Level 3 Golf Fitness Professional Nike Golf Fitness Specialist FMS Level 2 NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) Russian Kettle Bell Certified (RKC) Highlights from this Episode Ryan tells his story of how he got into the “golf fitness” business We discuss Ryan’s approach to the off season which includes mainly 3 phases: Recovery/correctives Strength Training Power Development Ryan expresses how important the strength training component is for the golfer, not only in the off-season, but during the season to maintain all that was gained in the off-season There are 5 big problems that Ryan sees with many golf fitness programs, especially the ones that are “self-guided” without a fitness professional overseeing them: Lack of/improper use of Corrective Exercises Improper use of Stretching Improper use of/rushing into Power Training Lack of training in 3 planes of motion (Triplanar Motions) Isolation vs Integration The Rotational Squat: Recommended Resources: Dan John Easy Strength CaddyShack or Happy Gilmore? Happy Gilmore (without hesitation!) Who would you most like to spend 18 holes with and why? Arnold Palmer. He has so many experiences and stories that it would be great to just hear as many as possible. What are you excited about in your near future? He has a lot of players coming back starting the Winter Series as well as many getting ready to start their off-season program. Last Piece of Advice Listen to as many episodes of The

October 8, 2015 No Comments

58: How Yoga for Golfers is Dropping Scores Around the World, with Katherine Roberts!

What does it take to make your workouts and golf game 18STRONG? Join us as Katherine Roberts from Yoga For Golfers shares her expertise in the world of golf, yoga, professional baseball and sports performance. Katherine is truly one of the pioneers in golf. With her company Yoga for Golfers, she has created a global team of yoga instructors that are helping golfers everywhere improve their performance and their lives by helping them move better, feel better and play better. Subscribe to the 18STRONG Podcast on iTunes and stitcher by clicking the button below: Katherine Robert’s Background Katherine has been a golfers since she was a little girl Worked for a Fortune 500 company before being introduced to a female golfer that was a 5 handicap and happened to be a yoga instructor. Founder and President, Yoga for Golfers®, 16 years Founder and President Roberts’ Yoga For Baseball™, Roberts’ Kinetic Yoga For Sports™ Certified Yoga Instructor, 20+ years TPI, PRI, and FMS, and NG360-certified Nike Swoosh Elite Athlete and Advisory Staff Member Gray Institute Fellow, Applied Functional Science and Chain-Reaction Biomechanics Highlights from this Episode Katherine tells her story going from working at a Fortune 500 company to becoming a yoga instructor, to building an empire or Yoga For Golf Instructors around the world She explains how she got into the golf and sports world, sharing experiences that she’s had with athletes and clients We discuss the importance of taking a global approach when looking at an individual and how just because you have pain in one spot, doesn’t necessarily mean your problem is there, in fact, often it’s not. We discuss some of the misconceptions of yoga and how it can be very effective in supporting and enhancing an explosive athlete like a golfer. We go in depth about breathing, how to do it right, how to do it wrong, and how that effects everything els that you do. Katherine addresses the golfer that has been stretching their hamstrings for the past 15 years with no significant improvement. Guess what?! “IT AIN’T YOUR HAMSTRINGS THAT’S THE PROBLEM” CaddyShack or Happy Gilmore? Caddyshack (it was a tough call and she tried to

October 1, 2015 No Comments

18SP 057: Charlie Weingroff | Real Training = Real Changes

What does it take to make your workouts and golf game 18STRONG? Join us as Charlie Weingroff shares his expertise in the world of sports performance, strength training, and physical therapy for golfers. Charlie is a world renowned physical therapist, athletic trainer and strength coach. Charlie has worked with elite athletes and professionals all over the world. He has worked with the NBA, the US Marine Corps Special Forces, and athletes from just about every sport on many different levels. In this episode, Charlie shares the foundational principles for making real changes in your performance, whether that be strength, power, speed, technical skill, etc. There is a definite recipe. Subscribe to the 18STRONG Podcast on iTunes and stitcher by clicking the button below: Charlie Weingroff’s Background Charlie is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a Certified Athletic Trainer, and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He is currently a Physical Therapist and Strength & Conditioning Coach at Drive 495 in Manhattan, NY and Fit For Life in Marlboro, NJ. He also is a member of the Nike Executive Performance Council and serves as the Physical Performance Lead and Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Canadian Men’s National Basketball Team. He was the Director of Physical Performance and Resiliency and Lead Physical Therapist for the United States Marines Corps Special Operations Command in Camp Lejeune, NC. He graduated from Ursinus College with a degree in Exercise and Sports Science in 1996, and went on to earn an MSPT in 1999 and DPT in 2010 from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New JerseyHighlights from this Episode Highlights from this Episode Charlie shares his background working with the NBA, the Marine Corps Special Forces, and his current work with Drive 495 and Fit for Life. We discuss how an individual can go about changing their fitness level and technical skill level, and that there are certain rules that apply to making changes in the body. General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS): there is a predictable way that the body responds to stress. There are 3 stages of the GAS: Alarm Stage: When the initial stressor is introduced and shocks the

September 24, 2015 No Comments

18SP 056: Dr. Beau Beard | Move Well to Play Better

What does it take to make your workouts and golf game 18STRONG? Join us as Dr. Beau Beard shares his expertise as a chiropractor working with golfers at all levels. Beau gives us a detailed look at how pain and injury are often misconceived, and the repercussions that improper movement/postures can have on our game and lives. Dr. Beau Beard is a Chiropractor in Birmingham, Alabama, where he and his wife Sloan own and operate The Farm (Functional Athletic Rehabilitation & Movement). He specializes in teaching people to move better and feel better, relying on techniques and principles that not only address a clients pain, but the underlying causes of dysfunction. Subscribe to the 18STRONG Podcast on iTunes and stitcher by clicking the button below: Dr. Beau’s Background Grew up in a small town in Illinois He broke his leg playing sports as a youngster, requiring surgery, plates, screws, and basically was told he wouldn’t run or play sport competitively, ever again. They were wrong. This is where is introduction to medicine and chiropractic care happened. He attended Southern Illinois University for undergraduate school and Logan College of Chiropractic. He obtained his Doctorate of Chiropractic and his Masters in Sports Science and Rehabilitation Beau has worked intimately with athletes of all levels and all sports. He has worked with the University of Missouri, Bradley University, Lindenwood University and most recently Samford University, and has served as assistant medical director of several trail and road races. Beau and his wife own and run a private clinic in Birmingham, Alabama hwich is appropriately named The FARM (Functional Athletic Rehabilitation & Movement) in Beau also works very closely with Mark Blackburn (Blackburn Golf and TPI Instructor) at Greystone Golf and Country Club He also works with sports psychologist, and our good friend at 18STRONG, Dr. Bhrett McCabe (episode 006) Highlights from this Episode Beau tells his story of how he got into chiropractics as a result o a broken leg from sports early in his athletic career He has also has a great story as to how he and his wife Dr. Sloan Beard, decided to start their practice

September 17, 2015 No Comments

18SP 055: Michael Wellington | Birdies, Bogeys & Bipolar Disorder

What does it take to make your golf game 18STRONG? Join us as Michael Wellington, professional golfer and author of the book “Birdies, Bogeys & Bipolar Disorder” shares his journey both on and of the golf course while battling bipolar disorder. In his book, Michael gives us an in inside look at what it is like to suffer from such a powerful disorder, and how he has found a system that has allowed him to live life to it’s fullest and play some of his best golf. Subscribe to the 18STRONG Podcast on iTunes and stitcher by clicking the button below: Michael Wellington’s Background Michael grew up in St. Louis, MO Jeff and Michael went to high school together their freshman year at St. Louis University High School (SLUH), prior to Michael transferring to DeSmet Jesuit High School his sophomore year. Michael attended Spring Hill College, where he was an All American and made it to the NAIA National Championship each year. After College Michael played on the minitours and has been to Q-School 6 times. Michael was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder in 2001. He has taken the last 3 years away from competitive golf to focus on building his charitable organization “Birdies 4 Bipolar” (Birdies4Bipolar.org) Highlights from this Episode Mike tells us his background from his junior golf days up to the present, highlighting his career on the mini tours and his diagnoses of Bipolar in 2001 Mike was inspired to write the book and begin the organization, Birdies 4 Bipolar, in order to create more awareness around bipolar disorder and mental health issues in general. Birdies 4 Bipolar (B4B) as an organization supports several causes, one being war veterans and amputees that may be struggling with PTSD or other issues when returning to civilian life. B4B has helped hundreds through the game of golf to create awareness and support for these individuals and their families. Mike defines bipolar disorder in his own words, making note of both the mania

September 10, 2015 No Comments

18SP 054: Tim Mickelson | Your Personal Division I Golf Program

What does it take to make your workouts and golf game 18STRONG? Join us as Tim Mickelson, head coach of the ASU Sun Devils Golf Team shares his expertise in the world of college golf. Tim gives us an in inside look at what he’s looking for in a recruit and walks us through the weekly schedule of their program. Over the past 4 years, Tim and his team have jumped the ranks in the college golf scene and are primed to be one of the top teams in the nation this year. With such success, Tim is able to enlighten us with some of his suggestions for you to be most efficient when practicing in order to play your best golf. Subscribe to the 18STRONG Podcast on iTunes and stitcher by clicking the button below: Tim Mickelson’s Background Tim Grew up in California and is 7 years younger than his brother Phil Mickelson Like Phil, Tim played for ASU, winning a national championship, then went to Oregon State to finish his college career He played mini tour golf for a brief period, making it to the 2nd stage of Q-School He took a position at San Diego State, then became the Head coach at USD (University of San Diego) After 8 years at USD, he was named the head coach at ASU In his soon to be 5th year, Tim has taken the team from being ranked #85 to as high as #2 last year, and looking forward to a very promising year ahead. Highlights from this Episode Tim shares his background as a player, a coach, and what it was like growing up in the Mickelson household We discuss what it takes for a kid to even be looked at as a recruit for a program like ASU Tim highlights the on and of course characteristics that they look for in the young men they recruit Fitness has become such a big part of the game these days. The team does

September 3, 2015 No Comments

18SP 053: Dr. Jimmy Yuan | What’s a Kettlebell? (And How can it Help My Golf Game?)

What does it take to make your workouts and golf game 18STRONG? Join us as Dr. Jimmy Yuan shares his expertise in the world of Kettlebells, Athletic Performance, and Golf. Jimmy helps us understand why Kettlebells have become so popular in the fitness world in recent years and how they can be used effectively in your training. Jimmy is a chiropractor in the Phoenix and Scottsdale, AZ area. Along with many of his other certifications and specialties (ART, DNS, SFMA, etc.) Jimmy is also a Strong First certified Kettlebell instructor, which is basically the most bad ass kettlebell certification a coach can get. Jimmy utilizes all of these specialties when working with his “Warriors” as he likes to call his clients. This includes warriors of all levels, from Professional Athletes (Pro Warriors), Weekend Warriors (weekend athlete), and the Urban Warrior (desk jockey). You Can Subscribe to the 18STRONG Podcast on iTunes by clicking the button below: Dr. Jimmy Yuan’s Background Dr. Jimmy Yuan is a chiropractor, practicing at Warrior Restoration in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona. Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology from the State University of New York, Binghamton Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the New York Chiropractic College. Fellowship in medical acupuncture from the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture. He is a full body Active Release Techniques (ART) instructor Titleist Certified Golf Fitness Instructor (Medical 3 and Fitness 2). Jimmy has consulted for multiple professional sports teams and athletes (PGA, LPGA, MLB, NFL, NBA, and NHL), including being a consultant for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Highlights from This Episode Jimmy starts by giving his background and how he became one of the most sought after chiropractors in Arizona and especially in the golf world. I ask Jimmy, “What’s a Kettlebell? and Why should the golfers be using them?” He explains his background in kettlebells and why he utilizes them in his practice and his own training routines. Kettlebells can be used very effectively by beginners and very advance trainees for many different results. Jimmy gives us a few things to be aware of before just jumping in and using an object that is foreign and often too heavy. Jimmy’s 2 recommended KB lifts:

August 27, 2015 No Comments