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WSWicked Smart Golf

Avoid multiple swing cues

STARTS AT 6:51 · RR 47

2 MIN CHECK
ONE IDEA · NOT A PLAYLIST
MGMrShortGame Golf

Hit five identical shots on the range, simulating your first tee shot.

STARTS AT 4:58 · RR 66

2 MIN CHECK
ONE IDEA · NOT A PLAYLIST
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▸ Opens at 4:58 — the part that mattersRR 66
The swing thought

Hit five identical shots on the range, simulating your first tee shot.

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Why it works

Teaches a structured pre-round routine and mental reframing strategy to effectively manage first tee nerves.

What's in the video

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The 2-minute check
  1. Arrive two hours early to your tee time to absorb the course atmosphere.
  2. Start your warm-up by rolling putts to get acclimated to the greens.
  3. Hit a few small chip shots, focusing on feel rather than perfection.
  4. Perform your normal warm-up routine on the driving range.
  5. Hit five identical shots on the range, simulating your first tee shot.
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MGMrShortGame Golfmrshortgame-golf · SOURCE OF THIS CARD
The swing thought

Avoid multiple swing cues

Feels like: “Keep one clear thought”

The one idea inside the video — not its title. Swipe for why it works.

Why it works

Teaches five mental strategies: reframing nerves, strategic warm-up, consistent pre-shot routine, deep breathing, and avoiding mechanical thoughts.

What's in the video

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The 2-minute check
  1. Determine the best club for your first shot by analyzing the hole.
  2. After warming up, hit the exact first tee shot using your full pre-shot routine.
  3. If the practice shot is poor, hit more until you have a positive memory.
  4. Go to the putting green, hit a few putts, then proceed directly to the first tee.
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WSWicked Smart Golf wicked-smart-golf · SOURCE OF THIS CARD
The swing thought

Pick a low-pressure target

Feels like: “Aim for the safe zone”

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Why it works

This video teaches golfers how to manage on-course pressure by improving pre-shot routines, target selection, and shot visualization.

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The 2-minute check
  1. Develop a consistent pre-shot routine, including bag placement and club selection, to build comfort.
  2. Work hard on the range to understand the predictable patterns and percentages of each club.
  3. Practice visualizing shots by aiming at range boundaries, focusing on not hitting them.
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MCMark Crossfieldmark-crossfield · SOURCE OF THIS CARD
The swing thought

Focus on target, not hazards

Feels like: “Visualize desired shot”

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Why it works

This video teaches how to manage first-tee nerves by controlling breathing, focusing positively, and reframing potential golf consequences.

What's in the video

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The 2-minute check
  1. Practice deep, steady breathing for 3-5 minutes before reaching the first tee.
  2. Focus your mind entirely on the specific shot you want to execute, not what to avoid.
  3. Direct your attention to the desired outcome, visualizing the ball's flight and landing.
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PFPeter Finch Golfpeter-finch-golf · SOURCE OF THIS CARD
The swing thought

Make 110-120% practice swings

Feels like: “Release all that tension”

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Why it works

This video teaches golfers to perform exaggeratedly hard practice swings to release first tee tension and improve tempo.

What's in the video

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The 2-minute check
  1. Before your routine, make two practice swings at 110-120% of your normal speed.
  2. After these hard swings, finalize your target and walk into your ball with your usual routine.
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TTitleisttitleist · SOURCE OF THIS CARD
The swing thought

Replicate the practice swing motion

Feels like: “Practice swing felt good, now commit”

The one idea inside the video — not its title. Swipe for why it works.

Why it works

Teaches a mental routine to overcome first tee nerves by visualizing desired shots and matching practice swings to that picture.

What's in the video

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The 2-minute check
  1. Visualize your desired shot, seeing it finish exactly where you want it.
  2. Make a practice swing that matches your visualized shot, giving it race speed.
  3. If the practice swing feels good, commit to it and execute the shot.
  4. Acknowledge hazards by saying 'thank you,' then refocus on your target.
  5. Use the line on your golf ball to align precisely to your starting target.
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GWGolfing Worldgolfing-world · SOURCE OF THIS CARD
The swing thought

Breathe in on backswing

Feels like: “Calm your mind, release tension”

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Why it works

This video teaches a three-step mental routine involving a pre-shot process, smooth swing execution, and controlled breathing to alleviate first-tee nerves.

What's in the video

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The 2-minute check
  1. Develop and consistently execute a specific pre-shot routine, including an intermediate target and practice swing.
  2. Ensure your practice swings and actual swing finish smoothly and in balance.
  3. Breathe in as you take the club back, avoiding holding your breath during the swing.
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TAThe Art of Simple Golfthe-art-of-simple-golf · SOURCE OF THIS CARD
The swing thought

Pretend you are on the third or fourth hole before your first tee shot.

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Why it works

This video teaches mental strategies like "playing make-believe" and controlled breathing to manage first-tee anxiety and improve performance.

What's in the video

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The 2-minute check
  1. Pretend you are on the third or fourth hole before your first tee shot.
  2. Take big, deep, slow breaths through your nose to calm your body.
  3. Develop and consistently use a pre-shot routine on the first tee.
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SGScratch Golf Academyscratch-golf-academy · SOURCE OF THIS CARD

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