Wayne110

I admire your ability to step up and take in the broader perspective. Like yourself, I was not a big Donald Trump fan, however as time went by, I grew to admire his ability to "cut to the chase" in a manner I find quite eloquent. A trait that I continually strive to achieve...in as sense of being somewhat spiritual...let me not digress. In my opinion, when dealing with people you may not agree with, retain a level of respect so you can work with them (agree to disagree). I mentioned this to many, "You may not agree with me...just work with me". This does not apply to working with someone who may be out to hurt you (being unreasonable; see my prior post), i.e. alleged Mr. El Chopo Guzman's tweet to Mr. Trump...definite walk away which is another story...

Hmmm...aside from what I have read, I believe that Mr. Whan should have had the common courtesy to notify Mr. Trump of his intentions prior to the press release of change of venue. In my humble opinion, that may have provided a more palatable situation to opt out. At least, the LPGA (Mr. Whan) is being release from a binding contract that may have had a clause for liquidated damages. I believe Mr. Whan had already addressed his intentions with the Ladies Golf Union?

I understand your position. It is too bad that with all the noise level of media has made it such that we have to sometimes use over the top rhetoric that may rub some folks the wrong way. We all need to filter thru and understand the essence of the message (intended vs. superficial). Overall we need to deal with a problem and develop a plan which can be implemented and managed properly versys digging in on a position on the extreme end of the spectrum and getting no where. My apologies if I went down this path of discussion on this forum and should have just cast my vote. Again, it is NO.

In my opinion, I believe Mr.Trump is simply expressing what he believes is a major issue that needs to be addressed. Most politicians will side with being politically correct and it has really created a mess. Hence, I take what Mr. Trump says rather refreshing and am able to agree with the essence of what he is saying and work around it. Some folks simply fall into the realm of being too off centered and we need someone like Mr. Trump to bring us back to center. Regarding, dumping Donald Trump from Golf...should it be a question of Donald Trump dumping Golf. I don't think he will as he respects the game of Golf a lot more than those who are in a position to criticize his opinions. Personally, I've been in situations where I have had to negotiate deals with those who might be considered tough negotiators. Unless you can fully understand the nuances of "good" negotiations; you may not like the person or the situation you are dealing with however, you should be able to work thru a deal or simply walk away... yes you can walk away from a bad deal ...fully aware that your walk away point is acceptable. I have found that as long as I was able to deal with those who were logical and rational, we usually ended with a deal that was mutually beneficial...a "win/win". Sadly there are times when you may deal with those who dig in and not open their minds to listen to logic and become too irrational (intentional or unintentional) and you need to walk away. Unfortunately those who are in a position of power and influence may simply be good politicians and not good negotiators / leaders...sad. My Vote: No.

Morning regimen of nerve flossing (fascia release) and core strengthening exercises and nightly regimen of swinging Gold Flex and then a E4 (I swing D4) weighted club to condition shoulder / upper torso. Focus on using swinging weighted club to achieve low tension at top of backswing...pause....and downswing (3 times each) at 25% then 50%, 75% and 90% holding finish position. Swinging at a tempo at 25% and 50% requires a conscious effort and allows to focus on nuances of swing I want to address (i.e. weight transfer and hip via momentum on backswing, bowing of wrist, etc.). In addition, I do a hip turn drill. This takes more like 15 minutes but I believe it's comprehensive enough to supplement a more comprehensive MWF regimen of fitness exercises designed to strengthen core and reduce stress on lower back.

I've been taking some time off and will provide the same detailed follow up on another site, since that is where my swing speed increase project first started. After starting my program I was having a few issues with my lower back and left side glute muscles. I started with PT with the belief it was a problem with my piriformis (deep glute) muscle group, after 30 days it wasn't getting much better and went back to Primary Care Physician and wanted to find out what was "the problem". PCP requisitioned an X-ray with an appointment with the Physiatrist (rehabilitation physicians, are nerve, muscle, and bone experts). Reviewed X-rays and went thru a assessment and discusse some "nerve flossing" (read up on this it is interesting!). An MRI was requisition. Follow up with Physiatrist found a synovial cyst (flud sac) in L5 pressing against nerves. The next step (which had bee approved) would be a thin gauge needle and drain and then inject cortisone. Since there is a possibility that the cyst is slowly shrinking and there has been improvement with nerve flossing (mechanical therapy) I opted to continue with PT with focus nerve flossing / core strengthening (more good stuff!) and circle back in a couple of months with the option of having the drain and injectable procedure done. This was just a week ago. By the way, I am able to now hit balls...sometimes a little transient tingle down the leg but goes right away...if it progresses...stop. But thus far it's been fine in the eve. and the next a.m. I have a tee time with my friends tomorrow! What caused all of this? I was a bit upset that this happened since I focus on keeping myself relatively fit and stretch routinely . However, Physiatrist said the problem is probably due to 30% genetics and the rest could be attributed to degeneration (old age; her I'm a Senior 63) and finally attempting to overburden my spine and could have just aggravated it enough to have the cyst develop. However, she did indicate that she also had three patients recently who hurt their backs while attempting to "change their swing" and had cortisone treatments which helped. One patient reinjured himself. Why am I sharing all of this? There may be circumstances that may cause an issue with your back. If it happens...get it looked at. It may be an issue with a muscle, a bone and a nerve. What are my plans? I will still attempt to work on my speed but minimize stressing my spine. In addition, I will use the exercises (specifically dynamic stretching) that will strengthen my core (these were reviewed and approved by PT). There are also hip turn / flex, upper torso turn / flex and shoulder exercises that I believe may achieve positive results. Recommendations: Other than what's covered under my plans. You should consider getting a foam roller to massage muscle groups...it provides comprehensive massage therapy. You can integrate some massage and core exercises using a foam roller. If you want details let me know and I will post. Any other questions, please feel free to ask.

Please note that I was considering two options to increase my swing speed; Super Speed Golf and the Swing Man Training Program. I have opted to try the Jaacob Bowden Swing Man Training Program and will simply link to pre-existing post or create new posting on same. Per the webinar that was hosted by Jaacob Bowden you don't need anything special. However, he did recommend a swing speed radar to monitor results and perhaps resistance bands. So I went ahead and purchased the program. For those who may have questions regarding the cost of the program, it does seem to be a bit confusing since there is a $49.95 initial charge and then apparently a subsequent $49.99 on going monthly charge. But the promotion seems to indicate $49.95 provides unlimited access to the program. Regardless, there is a Money Back guarantee if for "any reason", being unhappy with the program you get your money back. I've secured the Swing Speed Radar (blue) and have previously bought the GolfGym PowerSwing Training Program and PowerSwing Plus Grip attachment (resistance tubes). Again, I will post my results via hitch hiking on existing post of Swing Man Training Program post or create new post. I hope you don't mind having me share my thoughts. We initially baseline our swing speed with the appropriate tempo and striking a ball. We then implement the conditioning drills (with speed sticks) that challenge you (us) to swing as fast as you can with less focus on control / tempo. However, the conditioning drills work the appropriate muscles to achieve the end result of increased swing speed. Then when we re-test our selves keeping in mind that we need to keep our tempo in check, so the re-test is your swing and not the conditioning swing. However, the net SS with proper tempo (compared to your initial baseline) has increased. Personally, I am in the process of working in increasing my swing speed with consistency and really focusing on maintaining my tempo. Note: I did not sign up Super Speed Golf (still may consider it) and utilizing another program. Regardless, I am working on making center contact with a slight increase in launch angle. My initial SS using a simulator was high 80's and one at 91 with a launch angle of 12.8 (I was selecting a new driver). I then worked a few drills (nothing related to any program...just basics) and base lined myself to start my training program and averaged 90 mph (highest at 93 mph) with 15 struck balls. I am also working on increasing launch, but seems that my spin rate might still be up at a level that is not promoting enough rollout. I have to layoff a bit since I was also going thru a stretching and muscle conditioning program and tweaked my hamstring / glute muscle (got too aggressive with roller). I will continue to follow this thread and start or hitchhike on thread of program I will be using. Wish you the best in your efforts!

After researching (check out YouTube videos) and taking part in the Webinar session I opted to sign up. Specifically, I found the what was shared on YouTube on club head speed and driver spin rate and launch very informative. Aside from the long game, Jacoob Bowman had some advice of on the short game which resonated quite well with me and that was using your instinct on a chip shot. Basically after getting the "feel" of a club (i.e. 9 iron, 6 iron, whatever you decide will work for you), you use your instinct and determine where you "are and where you want to be" and execute. Without getting hung up on saying absolutely having your 8 iron travel 1/3 of the way and then run 2/3...which is a good way to start, I've felt that your brain (a wonderful computer) will process what is needed to get there...simple. In essence, don't get wrapped up in over analysis (analysis paralysis). Oddly enough, this little bit of confirmation (short game) is what convinced me to sign up for Swingman (long game). I will attempt to keep you updated on results. I have already secure my Swing Speed Radar (blue) and baselined my SS, impact points on driver face in relation to trajectory, distance and dispersion.

I've been following your progress and postings and thanks for sharing your progress. I currently workout three times a week. I have a cardio routine for 30 minutes and then a full 30 minute stretching routine (lower body, lower back, hip, abdomen, upper body, arms). Then the medicine ball to work the shoulders, hip and core for about 10 minutes. Finally, resistance tubes for 15 minutes to work my hips and leverage off on trail leg / foot along with compression exercise on down swing. I am considering SSL training sticks as well a dopler radar unit to specifically work on increasing swing speed and would probably tweak the regimen above and not have my workouts become an full morning event. Question: I believe you are using the standard Level 1 Training Protocol ; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwS_Je4Tg6g Note: I reviewed the several additional protocols; Balance, Core Stability, Power, Mobilization and the Dynamic warmup. Do you feel that by adhering just to the Standard Level 1 Protocol and using the Dynamic warmup prior to STL 1 P and range practice or a round of golf sufficient enough to achieve satisfactory results? I would like to pose this question to anyone else who is also utilizing the SuperSpeed Golf program.

Black will always be on your right (right handed) and white will be on your left. Hence, in the segment the break was right to left and after lining up the putt you are standing slightly in the black / right side (high side) you then walk up and approach your ball stepping from black to white. However, if you line up a left to right putt you'll be standing in the white left (high side) so as you approach the ball you step over the line going into the black and then right before the ball you step across the line going black to right. The important thing to remember is: Line up putt standing in back of ball you will be standing slightly on the high side of the break Black will always be on your right (right handed) End up always from black (right) to white (left) Hope this helps...I had to review this instructional several times until I understood this concept of "black to white". I really enjoyed the "visual" approach to putting since it basically allows your brain (computer) to free flow and take over and you use your instinct to putt...a lot easier to cope with without going into "brain lock".