Winter is what separates achievers from under-achievers. Here is my rationale…. What’s the difference between pros and amateurs from a quantitative perspective? Consistency. How is consistency expressed? Practice. When do pros practice and amateurs not? Winter. Why? Goals.

Our “off-season” magnifies our Intention. An off-season for a pro is measured in mental rest. For amateurs, off-season is a cold-temperature, physical rest issue.

As a kid, I would swing clubs and putt all Winter long. As a result, my brain was conditioned for action when snow melted, but not taxed with consequences. My eyes were seeing the line of my putts right off the bat. And, my left wrist position was comfortable for that first drive.

I have a Winter suggestion for you. If you have access to a launch monitor, work on smash factor – ball speed. If you don’t, work on positions and putting. Without technology, rewire your brain by moving with checklists and mirrors. Putt on the living room carpet – making a piano leg and contact your first priorities.

Now… why? Because, when we work on something without the feedback of consequence, our natural urge is to go test our work. We build anticipation into our golfing life, which is exciting and motivating.

If you ever had regard for your golf game or wondered how better players separates their game from your own, use your Winter wisely. Take a lesson or watch my YouTube Channel. Videos roll out in November.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLXfgI_vzOz09L1uZrLUwew

Open your stance. Play golf.

John Wright – Founder
The Open Stance Academy