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Yoga for Golf® Podcast
Welcome to the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, where you'll learn how to move better, feel better, and ultimately play better golf. Hosted by Lauren McMillin, founder of YoGolf Performance®, this podcast blends yoga, Pilates, mobility, strength, and breathwork to help golfers improve flexibility, balance, rotation, and overall movement quality. Whether you're a recreational golfer, competitive player, or simply want to stay active and pain-free, each episode offers practical movement strategies you can…
Episodes
- Yoga for Golf® Podcast
What to Do When You Only Have 10 Minutes
Only have 10 minutes? That doesn't mean you have to skip movement altogether. In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, we're talking about how to make a…
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Deep Rest: A Guided Yoga Nidra for Recovery and Reset
Let's slow it down for a few minutes. Instead of focusing on movement, mobility, or performance, we'll move through a short Yoga Nidra practice designed to…
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Yoga Props: How to Choose Them and Put Them to Work
Ever wondered which yoga block to buy, how long your strap should be, or whether your mat makes a difference? In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, we…
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Hips Don't Lie: When Your Hips Don't Move, Something Else Has To
Your hips play a huge role in how you rotate, create force, maintain balance, and move through the golf swing, but there's a lot more happening around the hip…
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Treat the Golfer, Not Just the Injury with Dr. Kevin Dishon
No two golfers move, practice, recover, or experience pain in exactly the same way, so why would they all follow the exact same program? In this episode, I'm…
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Finding Your Swing Tempo: Why "Slow Down" Isn't the Whole Answer
If you've ever hit a poor shot and immediately thought, "I got too quick," this episode is for you. We explore what swing tempo actually means and why it…
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When the Swing Isn't the First Problem with Shaun Diachkoff
When something isn't working in your golf swing, it's easy to assume you need another technical fix. But what if your body simply can't access, or control, the…
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Recovery Is Part of the Training: What Restorative Yoga Teaches Golfers
What if recovery isn't simply what happens when training stops, but an important part of the training itself? In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast…
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More Isn't Always Better: What Yin Yoga Teaches Golfers About Movement
What if improving your golf game and your movement doesn't always require doing more? In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, we're exploring Yin Yoga…
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Arrive Ready to Play: A Guided Meditation for Golfers
Before you step onto the first tee, take a few minutes to breathe, reset, and arrive in the present moment. In this guided meditation for golfers, we'll use…
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The Body Governs the Swing: Why Assessment Comes First with Lance Gill
What if the swing problem you're trying to fix isn't really a swing problem at all? In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, I'm joined by renowned golf…
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Golf Fitness for Performance and Longevity with Lindsay Becker
What does your body actually need to play better golf — and keep playing for years to come? In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, I'm joined by…
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Play with More Confidence: Understanding the Rules of Golf with BrookeLin Powers
How well do you really know the Rules of Golf? Whether you're brand new to the game or have been playing for years, the rules can sometimes feel overwhelming…
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Why the Transition Matters: What Vinyasa Yoga Teaches Golfers About Better Movement
What if better movement isn't about finding the perfect position—but about learning how to move between positions more efficiently? In this episode of the Yoga…
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Consistency Creates Freedom: What Ashtanga Yoga Teaches Golfers About Practice
What if doing the same thing every day wasn't limiting—but liberating? In this episode, we continue our series exploring the different styles of yoga with a…
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The Alignment Myth: What Iyengar Yoga Teaches Golfers About Better Movement
What if alignment isn't about making every body move the same? In this episode, we continue our series exploring the different styles of yoga with a deep dive…
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The Birth of Modern Yoga: How Hatha Yoga Changed the Way We Move
What exactly is yoga—and why are there so many different styles? In this episode, we continue our journey through the history of yoga by exploring the teacher…
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You Don't Hate Yoga—You Probably Just Took the Wrong Class
Think yoga isn't for you? Before you write it off, ask yourself one question: What kind of yoga did you actually try? In this episode, we're exploring what…
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Recovery Is Training: The Missing Link in Your Golf Performance
Most golfers focus on practice, swing mechanics, strength, and mobility… but overlook one of the most important parts of performance: recovery. In this…
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5 Minutes to a Better Swing: A Guided Pre-Round Warm-Up
Do you ever find yourself with only five minutes to prepare for a round of golf? In this guided episode, I'll walk you through a simple yet effective movement…
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Press On: Jordan Thomas on Resilience, Adaptive Golf, and Finding Purpose Through Adversity
What if you wanted to play golf, run, play soccer, or simply be an active kid — but the prosthetic you needed to participate wasn't considered "medically…
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Kyla Jo on Reimagining Golf Instruction: Yoga, Mindset & Coaching from Ages 3–93
In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, I'm joined by Kyla Jo, founder of Green Apple Golf Club in New York City — a growing golf community on a mission…
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Why Golfers Lose Rotation (And How to Get It Back)
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Why Golfers Get Low Back Tightness (And What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You)
If your low back always feels tight after golf, your back might not actually be the problem. In this episode, we're breaking down one of the most common…
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Meditation for Golfers: A Guided Breathing Meditation for Calm & Focus
In this guided meditation for golfers, we focus on one of the most powerful tools for your mental game: your breath. This short meditation is designed to help…
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Meditation for Golfers: What It Is, Why It Helps Your Game, and How to Start
Meditation doesn't have to be complicated — and it definitely doesn't have to feel intimidating. In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, we break down…
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What Every Golfer Needs to Know About Training Smarter with Coach Mike Mac
In this episode, I'm joined by TPI Certified golf fitness professional Michael McDonnell to break down what really matters when it comes to improving your golf…
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Why Being Flexible Doesn't Always Lead to Better Golf Performance
Being flexible doesn't always mean you're ready to play better golf. In this episode, we break down the difference between flexibility, mobility, and stability…
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Train Your Brain, Transform Your Game: Mental Performance & Chronic Pain in Golf with Dr. Carly Hunt
Join me for a conversation with Dr. Carly Hunt, founder of Thinkbettergolf, to explore the powerful connection between the mind, body, and golf performance…
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Developing Great Golfers with Rob Ohno of the ANNIKA Foundation
In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, I'm joined by Rob Ohno, President and CEO of the ANNIKA Foundation. We talk about the Foundation's mission to…
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Let's Get Vertical! Golf Fitness for Strength, Confidence & Consistency with Kerry Maher
In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, I'm joined by golf professional and fitness coach Kerry Maher, founder of Get Vertical — an international…
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Why Your Warm-Up Isn't Working (And What to Do Instead)
If it takes you a few holes to finally feel loose… or like you have to "find your swing" every round… your warm-up might be the problem. Because a few quick…
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Stop Blaming Your Swing—It Might Be Your Body
If you've ever felt like you're constantly working on your swing—but nothing really sticks—this episode is for you. Because here's the truth: It might not be…
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Breathing for Golf Performance: Stability, Rotation & Swing Speed
Breathing isn't just for relaxation — it's a powerful performance tool. In the final episode of our three-part series, we explore how breath creates core…
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The 4 Biggest Power Leaks in Your Golf Swing (How to Increase Distance & Clubhead Speed)
Part 2 of our mini-series on golf swing power is here! Even strong, flexible, and practiced golfers can feel like they're not hitting as far as they should…
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Where Golf Swing Power Really Comes From
Looking to hit the ball farther without swinging harder? This first episode in a three-part series reveals the real source of golf swing power. We dive into…
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Starting Yoga for Golf? 9 Things to Do From Day One
Starting yoga for golf but not sure where to begin? In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, I'm sharing the nine things I would do if I were starting my…
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Swing Stability: Essential Balance Training for Every Golfer
Balance might be one of the most overlooked elements of the golf swing — but it's also one of the most important. In this episode of the Yoga for Golf®…
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Swing Strong at Any Age: Movement Strategies for Aging Golf Swings
Golf is meant to be a lifelong sport—but pain, stiffness, and fear of injury often become the real limiting factors as golfers age. In this episode, I'm…
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5 Ways Yoga Trains the Golf Mental Game
Most golfers think the mental game is something you fix by thinking harder—more focus, more confidence, more control. But the mental game isn't just mental. In…
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Mobility vs Stability: Why Golfers Need Both for a Consistent Swing
Previously, we talked about why flexibility alone isn't enough for golfers. In this episode, we take the next step and break down one of the most misunderstood…
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Why Stretching Isn't Enough for Golfers
Stretching is often the go-to for golfers looking to warm up, loosen tight muscles, or prevent injuries—but stretching alone isn't enough to support a strong…
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Why Golfers Need Yoga (and Why It's Not What You Think)
Welcome to the Yoga for Golf® Podcast! In this first episode, we discuss why yoga and Pilates are so good for golfers—and why you should forget anything you've…
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Trailer
Welcome to the Yoga for Golf® Podcast! In this short trailer, host Lauren McMillin—founder of YoGolf Performance—shares what this podcast is all about, who…