Your body's motion and the key to better golf with Dr. Ricky Pickett
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Your body's motion and the key to better golf with Dr. Ricky Pickett

NewClub > https://www.newclub.golf Titleist > https://www.titleist.com Precision Motion Physical Therapy > https://www.precisionmotionpt.com/ Summary Season 8 of The New Club Bag Drop starts with Matt and The Professor returning to the studio and reflecting on their holidays, including the importance of taking a break from the game of golf and the best and worst golf gifts they received over Christmas. This week's special guest is Dr. Ricky Pickett, a TPI-certified physical therapist and Precision Motion Physical Therapy owner. Ricky shares insights on the Titleist Performance Institute and their research around the mechanics of the golf swing. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding one's body and movement patterns to improve golf performance. They discuss the evolution of golf swing techniques, the biomechanics of professional golfers, and the significance of strength training and dynamic stretching in enhancing performance. The dialogue highlights the need for personalized approaches in training and the empowerment that comes from understanding one's unique body mechanics. In this conversation, Dr. Ricky emphasizes the need for training consistency, the risks associated with following fitness trends without proper guidance, and the importance of activating the glutes! The discussion highlights the significance of viewing golf as a sport and the athlete mindset required to excel. They wrap up by exploring some practical exercises for golf performance and the role of technology, such as pressure mapping insoles, in and what the future of sports science will look like. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and New Beginnings 02:47 The Importance of Off-Season Fitness 05:58 Golf Gifts: Best and Worst 10:06 Nostalgic Golf Memories 14:05 Introducing Dr. Ricky Pickett 19:52 Understanding TPI and Golf Mechanics 26:30 Understanding Golf Mechanics and Efficiency 29:38 The Evolution of Golf Swing Techniques 32:49 Individuality in Golf Swings 35:52 Biomechanics of Professional Golfers 39:41 Comparing Golf and Running Biomechanics 43:06 The Importance of Strength Training 48:16 Dynamic Stretching vs. Static Stretching 51:48 Empowerment Through Basic Strength Exercises 54:50 Adjusting Workout Routines for Progress 56:43 Activating and Strengthening Glute Muscles 58:06 The Importance of Consistency in Training 59:54 Navigating Fitness Trends and Their Risks 01:01:52 The Value of Professional Guidance in Fitness 01:04:38 Understanding Golf as a Sport and Athlete Mindset 01:06:35 Effective Exercises for Golf Performance 01:10:23 The Role of Technology in Golf Training
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NewClub > https://www.newclub.golf Titleist > https://www.titleist.com Precision Motion Physical Therapy > https://www.precisionmotionpt.com/ Summary Season 8 of The New Club Bag Drop starts with Matt and The Professor returning to the studio and reflecting on their holidays, including the importance of taking a break from the game of golf and the best and worst golf gifts they received over Christmas. This week's special guest is Dr. Ricky Pickett, a TPI-certified physical therapist and Precision Motion Physical Therapy owner. Ricky shares insights on the Titleist Performance Institute and their research around the mechanics of the golf swing. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding one's body and movement patterns to improve golf performance. They discuss the evolution of golf swing techniques, the biomechanics of professional golfers, and the significance of strength training and dynamic stretching in enhancing performance. The dialogue highlights the need for personalized approaches in training and the empowerment that comes from understanding one's unique body mechanics. In this conversation, Dr. Ricky emphasizes the need for training consistency, the risks associated with following fitness trends without proper guidance, and the importance of activating the glutes! The discussion highlights the significance of viewing golf as a sport and the athlete mindset required to excel. They wrap up by exploring some practical exercises for golf performance and the role of technology, such as pressure mapping insoles, in and what the future of sports science will look like. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and New Beginnings 02:47 The Importance of Off-Season Fitness 05:58 Golf Gifts: Best and Worst 10:06 Nostalgic Golf Memories 14:05 Introducing Dr. Ricky Pickett 19:52 Understanding TPI and Golf Mechanics 26:30 Understanding Golf Mechanics and Efficiency 29:38 The Evolution of Golf Swing Techniques 32:49 Individuality in Golf Swings 35:52 Biomechanics of Professional Golfers 39:41 Comparing Golf and Running Biomechanics 43:06 The Importance of Strength Training 48:16 Dynamic Stretching vs. Static Stretching 51:48 Empowerment Through Basic Strength Exercises 54:50 Adjusting Workout Routines for Progress 56:43 Activating and Strengthening Glute Muscles 58:06 The Importance of Consistency in Training 59:54 Navigating Fitness Trends and Their Risks 01:01:52 The Value of Professional Guidance in Fitness 01:04:38 Understanding Golf as a Sport and Athlete Mindset 01:06:35 Effective Exercises for Golf Performance 01:10:23 The Role of Technology in Golf Training

Creators and Guests

Matt Considine
Host
Matt Considine
Founder of NewClub and our resident feel player. Matt’s junior golf career led him to the University of Akron where he met our co-host. During his junior year, Matt Studied abroad in Ireland and discovered golf societies. Subsequent trips to Scotland fed his passion for the history, ideals, and culture of accessible, affordable, and sustainable golf, a concept he would later bring to the U.S. with NewClub. Known for his interviewing style, quick wit, and compelling storytelling, Matt brings thoughtful, reflective conversations to The Bag Drop. His professional journey before NewClub included multiple leadership positions in growth-stage startups, where he managed teams responsible for more than $250 million in revenue. Matt actively gives back to the game as a Board Member of the First Tee of Akron and past chair of the Evans Scholar Foundation. Proudly based in his hometown of Akron, Ohio, Matt finds inspiration in family life with his wife, their three children, and their golf dog, Gypsy.
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The Professor
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The Professor
NewClub's Chief Ambassador and every golf sicko's favorite educator. Kevin is a thoughtful and deeply curious host. His studied, constructivist approach adds intellectual enrichment and balance to the show. As a professor of Math Education at the University of Georgia, Kevin's background in applied mathematics and cognitive psychology uniquely informs his insights on golf strategy and performance. Originally from Ohio, Kevin was a Division I collegiate golfer at the University of Akron, where his passion for understanding mathematical thinking began. After earning his doctorate from Arizona State University, he combined his analytical expertise with his love for golf by co-founding Golf Blueprint, an organization aimed at helping golfers optimize their games through data-driven strategies. Kevin enjoys balancing deep philosophical discussions with simple pleasures, such as indulging his sweet tooth, cheering on college football, and spending relaxed evenings with his friends, his wife, and their beloved dog, Nole.
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