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GolfWell Podcast

Cordie Walker - Formerly Golf Science Lab 204 episodes Nov 4, 2026

Most golfers stay stuck doing the same things. We’re here to change that. Cordie Walker talks with the best coaches, players, and researchers in the game to figure out what actually helps you improve. Then we break it down into simple, practical ideas you can use right away. No jargon. No fluff. Just real conversations, smarter strategies, and tools that move your game forward. If you love the process of getting better and want to train with purpose, this show is for you.

Episodes

Why Hitting Balls All Winter Won't Fix Your Swing (2 Coaches Explain)
Why Hitting Balls All Winter Won't Fix Your Swing (2 Coaches Explain) Nov 4, 2026 46:40 Most golfers spend the winter hitting ball after ball off a mat and expect a new swing by spring. Dr. Luke Benoit (Ryp Academy) explains why that slows learning down, and walks through the 4-part hour his juniors train all winter: mechanics, calibration, transfer, then play. Justin Kraft (Kraftygolf Academy) joins to cover why indoor scores lie, off-season speed training, and why "clear your
Why You Swing Over the Top (2 Coaches Disagree on the Fix)
Why You Swing Over the Top (2 Coaches Disagree on the Fix) Oct 28, 2026 49:29 Justin Kraft starts with your sway gap. Dr. Luke Benoit starts with the ball. Here's why they disagree and which fix fits your swing.
Why Most Golfers Practice Too Much and Fix the Wrong Things
Why Most Golfers Practice Too Much and Fix the Wrong Things Oct 21, 2026 51:59 Tour coach Ralph Bauer joins the crew to explain what he really says on the range at a PGA Tour event, and why the best coaching is often the least. We dig into shallowing the club out of thick rough, why spine tilt at setup matters, how much block practice is enough, and why working on your strengths can pull you out of a slump. Ralph also shares an update on his method to read greens, plus tour-
Can More Hip Turn Can Actually Fix a Golf Swing?
Can More Hip Turn Can Actually Fix a Golf Swing? Oct 13, 2026 37:16 Cordie, Justin, and Luke unpack a viewer’s criticism of their golf swing advice, discussing trail-foot flare, hip turn, arm lift, and why instruction depends on the individual player. They explain the difference between looking steep and actually shallowing the club, using Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy to explore how width, body motion, and delivery shape a swing. The conversation also covers
Why Better Golf Swings Are Not Fixing Your Scores
Why Better Golf Swings Are Not Fixing Your Scores Oct 6, 2026 33:25 Get Coach Will's book here! https://a.co/d/0799yziiCoach Will Robins breaks down why most golfers plateau not because of a broken swing, but because they’re training the wrong thing. In this conversation with Cordie, he explains how tension, emotion, strategy, and scoring decisions affect real rounds far more than range mechanics. The discussion centers on how to think like a scorer, not a swi
5 Golfers Sent Us Their Swings. Here’s What We’d Fix
5 Golfers Sent Us Their Swings. Here’s What We’d Fix Sep 30, 2026 01:03:12 Want to see what your swing looks like on Parallax?  Get a month free https://bit.ly/parallaxgolfCordie, Justin Kraft, and Luke Benoit review listener golf swings and explore why overthinking mechanics can keep practice from translating to the course. They break down common swing issues, from grip and clubface to sequencing, and share practical ways to build skill and play with fewer swing thought
The Truth About Why You Can't Take Your Range Game To The Course
The Truth About Why You Can't Take Your Range Game To The Course Sep 23, 2026 01:04:52 Why your golf swing looks perfect on video but falls apart on the course may come down to one thing: transfer training. Luke Benoit, Justin Kraft, and host Cordie Walker explain how to move from technical practice in a net or on the range to skill development, on-course testing, and confident performance under pressure. They also explore motor learning, neuroplasticity, swing thoughts, practice va
Why Your Wedges Are Costing You Strokes (And How To Fix It)
Why Your Wedges Are Costing You Strokes (And How To Fix It) Sep 15, 2026 01:01:53 In this episode, we're joined by top coach and fitter Jon Sinclair to break down how wedge bounce and grind affect full swings, chips, bunker shots, and turf interaction. Jon explains why low-bounce wedges can dig, how to match wedge design to your swing and course conditions, and why the right equipment should fit your delivery - not force you to change it.Follow Jon on Instagram: https://www
Why Your Golf Swing Gets Worse Under Pressure
Why Your Golf Swing Gets Worse Under Pressure Sep 4, 2026 48:56 Why do some golfers have ugly swings and shoot great scores… while others have beautiful swings and can’t take them from the range to the golf course?In this episode, Cordie is joined by coaches Justin Kraft and Luke Benoit for a wide-ranging conversation about how golfers actually improve. From there, the conversation turns into a deeper debate about swing mechanics, skill development, transfer t
The Hidden Reason Your Golf Misses Turn Into Blocks and Hooks
The Hidden Reason Your Golf Misses Turn Into Blocks and Hooks Aug 27, 2026 36:40 We're reviewing a real listener's swing live, diagnosing what's actually going wrong, and laying out a step-by-step plan to fix it.Want your swing reviewed live on the show? Send us in a video swing@golfwell.coJustin Kraft: https://www.instagram.com/kraftygolf/Dr Luke Benoit: https://www.instagram.com/dr.luke.benoit.golfWhat we get into: 0:00 - Online vs in person lessons, and which on
3 Golf Coaches React to My Worst Tournament Round (Brutal Honest Feedback)
3 Golf Coaches React to My Worst Tournament Round (Brutal Honest Feedback) Aug 20, 2026 36:03 In this episode, Cordie sits down with Justin Kraft, Luke Benoit, and Will Robins for an honest conversation about what really happens when tournament pressure hits. After shooting 83-82 and losing nine golf balls in competition, Cordie opens up about the tension between swing mechanics, overthinking, and actually scoring when it matters most.https://www.instagram.com/dr.luke.benoit.golf/https://w
Your Driver Swing Should NOT Be the Same as Your Iron Swing
Your Driver Swing Should NOT Be the Same as Your Iron Swing Aug 14, 2026 49:37 In this episode, we dig into what really changes when you go from irons to driver - and why the answer is more nuanced than simply having “two different swings.”They break down how ball position, spine tilt, angle of attack, ground forces, and intent change throughout the bag, including why more golfers are using aggressive vertical force with the driver and what “jumping” in the golf swing actual

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