Golfer’s Goals: Dr. Mo’s Guide to Achieving Real Golf Gains
Want to improve your golf game? Let’s get straight to it. The only way to get better is to know exactly what you want from your golf and stay locked in on the things that matter most—especially when it gets uncomfortable. That’s how the best golfers in the world reach their goals, and so can any golfer who builds the right habits on and off the tee.
What’s Your Realistic Golf Goal?
Golf is simple…in theory. Start at Point A, get your ball to Point B (the hole) in as few shots as you can. So what’s your goal? Lower your handicap? Drain more putts? Win a tournament? Get specific and honest. “Play better” is not a golf goal. “Reduce three-putts to two a round” is. Your goals should be clear, personal, and measurable—and matched to your skill and effort.
Don’t Try to Be Perfect, Just Better
Set goals you can actually reach. Don’t go after a ten-shot improvement if you only play once a month. Take it in steps: improve your short game, add ten yards to your drive, or nail chips from tough lies one out of three times. Frustration comes from goals set too high and too fast. Build your confidence and skill by stacking small wins. That’s how you stay motivated, not burned out.
Track Your Game—But Only Against Yourself
Forget what the guy at your club is doing. The only score that counts is yours—now and last week. Track the things that matter: scores, fairways hit, putts per round, even how many times you’re mentally ready over the ball. Keep it simple, adjust as you see progress, and remember—bad days are part of the deal. Your only competition? Yesterday’s version of yourself.
Dr. Mo’s Athletic Moment: Focus, Don’t Fumble
When it’s time to swing, that’s your “Athletic Moment”—the two seconds that matter most. You have to trust your preparation and routine. “A great routine will hit the shot for you.”Don’t rush it. Do the same things every time. The worst mistake is swinging when you KNOW you’re not ready. You want consistency? Master your moment at the ball—no fear, no doubt, nothing extra.
Practice Smarter, Not Longer
You don’t get better by mindlessly banging balls. Each session, do something on purpose: ten chips to the same hole, five drives with a fairway wood, or just ten minutes visualizing tough putts. Use feedback—your own, a coach’s, or stats. Track improvement for your goals. Adjust one thing at a time. Repeat. That’s how habits form, and habits make you a consistent golfer.
Overcoming Obstacles: It’s Supposed to Be Uncomfortable
Improvement isn’t easy. If you want comfort, you’re in the wrong sport. When things go sideways—bad weather, tough competition, a blow-up hole—use it as a test. Stay present, slow down, and remind yourself: you don’t have to be perfect, just ready. If you mess up, learn, adjust, and let it go.
Build Your Locker Room: Prepare Like a Pro
Before every round, get in your “locker room” state of mind. This means mentally rehearsing routines, talking yourself through tough situations, and setting clear intentions. Zach Johnson, a two-time Major winner, uses quiet time and simple positive reminders (tempo, swing free, accept results) to get his mind sharp—every round.
Celebrate Every Milestone—and Keep Going
When you hit a goal—like breaking 90, or finally making that up-and-down—celebrate. Reward matters. Maybe buy yourself a sleeve of premium balls or treat yourself to a lesson. Then, set the next target. Golf’s a lifelong game, so there’s always something new to chase.
Dr. Mo Mantras to Remember:
- “A great routine will hit the shot for you.”
- “Stop doing that. Keep doing that. Stay where your feet are.”
- “The goal isn’t comfort.”
- “There’s no such thing as a partial routine. Either you do it or you don’t.”
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