The 4 Types of Golfers (Only One Actually Gets Better)

Most golfers think they’re practicing correctly. They’re not. In this episode of the Athletic Motion Golf Podcast, Mike Granato & Shaun Webb chat with Erik Barzeski to break down the 4 types of golfers we see in lessons — and why only one type actually improves long-term. If you’ve ever wondered how to practice golf properly, why your swing changes don’t stick, or why you’re not getting better despite putting in the reps… this is for you. We dive deep into: How to practice golf the right way Why band-aid swing fixes don’t last The difference between block practice and variable practice Why launch monitors can make you worse How tour players actually practice Why feedback (video, 3D, cameras) is everything Foam balls and slow swings for real change The biggest mistakes golfers make when trying to improve If you're not practicing with feedback… you're just exercising. This episode will completely change how you approach golf improvement. Whether you're a competitive player, weekend golfer, or instructor — understanding these four types of golfers could be the difference between staying stuck and finally breaking through. Comment below: Which type are you right now? 🎁 FREE Training Here: 🎁 Make your BEST swing your NORMAL swing: https://athleticmotiongolf.com/consis... Video Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction: How Golfers Actually Practice 00:40 – The 4 Types of Golfers 01:00 – Type 1: The Bad Concept Golfer 02:40 – Type 2: The Band-Aid Golfer 04:15 – Why Quick Fixes Don’t Work 04:50 – Type 3: The Well-Meaning Golfer 06:10 – Why Most Practice Is Too Fast 06:45 – Launch Monitors Can Make You Worse 07:00 – Why Foam Balls Work So Well 08:15 – Let the Ball Go Right (Swing Change Reality) 09:50 – The “Money Game” Golfer Mistake 10:48 – Practice vs Playing: Separating the Two 12:20 – Why Indoor Practice Accelerates Improvement 13:38 – Type 4: The Great Practicer (The Only One Who Improves) 14:14 – Small Mistakes = Faster Learning 15:20 – Exaggeration & The “Bend the Spring” Concept 15:59 – Mechanics vs Feel (You Need Both) 18:04 – Why 3D Feedback Beats Launch Monitors 19:46 – Block vs Random Practice (The Truth) 22:18 – Flawed Golf Practice Studies 23:41 – How Many Full Swings You Actually Take 25:00 – Tour Player Practice Secrets 27:07 – Technique First, Then Skill 28:31 – What Great Practicers Do Differently 29:42 – Practice vs Nervous Swing 31:04 – Don’t Jump Between YouTube Tips 32:55 – Drills vs Real Swings 33:45 – Slow Full Swings (Ben Hogan Example) 34:42 – Why Great Practicers Start in November #golf #pga #athleticmotiongolf #amg #golftips #improvegolfswing