T-Time with Tori Totlis – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Today, I’m sitting with Debbie O'Connell to discuss the profound impact of state of mind on your golf game.

To Debbie, maintaining a positive mind is just as critical as a well-executed swing. She illustrates the power of mental fortitude through Amy Bockerstette's inspiring performance, explains how you can use positive self-talk and body language to boost your confidence on the course, and shares personal experiences around the transformative effects of gratitude and mindset on your golf game.

We also talk about the role of meditation, visualization, and self-hypnosis techniques in achieving peak performance. Reflecting on the wisdom of legends like Tiger Woods, we look at how taking responsibility for our game, rather than succumbing to external pressures, can empower us to excel under any condition.

About Debbie O’Connell:

Debbie is a seasoned media professional, successful entrepreneur, and accomplished business leader. She is the host of Audible’s series “Golf Positive.” She has also had multiple appearances on the Golf Channel and has hosted numerous golf-oriented radio shows as well as the television show “Par Fore the Course.” Debbie is the author of the bestselling book, “Golf Positive! Live Positive!” which offers insight and practical solutions to help one achieve their goals both on and off the golf course.

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We’re joined by returning guest Donna Taylor, a veteran of the golf world and a yoga instructor who specializes in helping women enhance their skills on the golf course.

With her unique approach, Donna has managed to make golf lessons more accessible and fun. She shares how her dad, a pioneer in the sport, inspired her and her childhood friend Julianne—who’s also joining us on the podcast today—to start their golf journey in third grade.

Listen in as Donna shares her thoughts on officially transitioning from competitive golfer to teaching professional and why she doesn’t miss the former. She also teases upcoming retreats with her thriving Golf Party Live, a fast-growing community for women just starting to get into golf.

The bulk of our conversation covers Donna’s thoughts on Jon Sherman’s “9 brutal golf truths”. Tune in and get a female golf veteran’s take on golf principles such as…

- There is always a better golfer

- You can make better decisions and have poor results

- Learning more about the golf swing can make you worse

- and more!

Connect with Our Guest :

Instagram | Golf Party Live | Facebook

For more information on all our Practice Programs and Freebies, Women's Golf Retreats and Partner Tournaments, visit ToriTotlis.com.

Register for the 2025 Danzante Bay Invitational here

Check out the upcoming 2026 Wimbledon and Scotland Retreats here

Get in touch!

Instagram: @tori_totlis

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YouTube: @tori.totlis

Website: CompeteConfidenceGolf.com 

I’m talking with the legend Lisa Longball, live from the California Crush Invitational! Lisa opens up about her inspiring journey, tenacity, and her passion for empowering women in sports!

From bouncing back from a rotator cuff injury to diving into another world championship, there are few women who can pump us up to chase our own golf dreams like Lisa. Even though we’re keeping things casual this time around, her dedication to the sport and her position as a role model to female athletes everywhere take center stage in our conversation!

We’re also exploring the dynamics between family life and sports, with a small peek into Lisa’s history with hockey–along with an inspiring story that illustrates the power of mentorship in helping the youth find their purpose in life.

Finally, we’re putting a spotlight on that particular type of empowering energy that you can only ever find in collaborative environments–something that every golfer needs if they want to make it far in the sport!

About the Guest:

Lisa Longball is an 8-time Canadian long drive national champion and has finished as high as 2nd in the world. She is an LDA Tour champion and Callaway Golf sponsored athlete. In addition to her competitive career, Lisa is a Golf Journalist for several publications including Inside Golf Magazine and has had her own column in Golf Digest Canada. Lisa uses her vast experience as a World Class athlete to be a successful keynote Peak Performance Speaker at conferences and conventions, is a Golf Entertainer for many corporate/charity golf tournaments across North America including PGA Tour and Champions Tour events and runs her own Golf School for Women both in Canada and the United States.

Listen to Our Other Episode with Lisa Here:

T-Time with Tori Totlis Ep. 142

Connect with Lisa Here:

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I sat down with Sam Engel, one of the best golfers in Arizona. Listen in as Sam unpacks the five factors that have revolutionized his golf game over the past year.

Key Highlights:

?   Sam shares his post-tournament takeaways from both the recent Phoenix City and Arizona Mid-Am.

?   We discuss how best to read the green and communicate with your caddy.

?   Sam lists the five things which have transformed his golf game significantly over the past year.

?   Sam enlightens us on the software-based “Stack System” he adopted to improve his golf swing speed and driving distance.

?   “I don’t care about being good at the range,” Sam says. “I’m trying to be good at playing golf.” This is the reason he’s focusing on improving his short game.

?   This being his first Mid-Am, Sam tells us how he’s been managing his expectations out on the course. “I don’t expect to win,” he says, “but I don’t go out there expecting not to!”

Connect with our Guest:

Sam Engel: Instagram

For more information on the Short Game 100 practice program, you can visit: ShortGame100.com.

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Website: CompeteConfidenceGolf.com

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Shannon Mercer is back! Listen in as we chat about everything from attire to travel to leveling up our game.

Key Highlights: 

?      I discuss how I’m working with a coach to instill new swing thoughts and drills to hopefully improve my performance over the next few weeks.

?      We talk about the challenges of shedding ingrained habits in our swing and overall golf game.

?      We relive moments from the White Mountain Club Championship, and provide a firsthand account of the nail-biting final round.

?      We share our dream to play golf in as many countries as possible. Shannon talks about her recent experiences in Iceland, the Netherlands, and on a golf cruise.

?      We reflect on the roller coaster of emotions every competitive golfer goes through at multiple points in their career.

?      We round off with a look into the future, discussing our plans for the Desert Classic tournament and the upcoming Creek Cup in 2024.

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Earlier this summer I did an interview with Michael Bernoff, host of the Average Sucks podcast. We went into depth on how and why this business was started and what our goals are for the future. If you ever wondered what we are up to at Compete Confidence Golf and how this all started… this is the episode that answers all the questions!

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Michael Bernoff: Instagram

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Andrew Hannon and I sit down with Neal Valera, a San Jose-based health, strength, and mobility coach and the Co-Founder of Stick Mobility.

Neal shares how their training sticks serve as a unique tool for athletes of all stripes to improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awareness to build a strong foundation for better movement. It also allows athletes to gradually increase their strength in different positions, aiding in injury prevention and rehabilitation.

The Mobility Stick is likewise a powerful tool that golfers can use to enhance performance through the improvement of their balance, grip, and strength. It helps in achieving a controlled range of motion that maximizes swing power, and in easing golfers into certain positions that they might initially find challenging. It also does wonders for joint mobility, making it easier for golfers to manage their wrist, elbow, and shoulder movements.

In the latter half of our conversation, Neal and Andrew discuss the importance of strength and cardio training for those looking to up their golf game. They offer guidance around setting achievable weight loss goals, and debunks common misconceptions, especially among women, about weight training.

About the Guest:

Neal Valera has been coaching strength, mobility, and movement since 2007. His love for sports, martial arts, and outdoor activities have contributed to his lifelong interest in various movement disciplines. Having trained a wide range of body types and fitness levels, Neal believes the common denominator for health, longevity, and performance is improving movement quality. Neal co-founded Stick Mobility in 2015 and is dedicated to helping people discover their physical potential and improve their ability to move well.

Connect with our Guests:

Stick Mobility: Website | Instagram | YouTube *Use code TTGOLF for 10% off

Neal Valera: Instagram

Andrew Hannon: Instagram

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Justin Klemballa and I sit down with 8-time Canadian long drive champion Lisa Longball. Together, we unpack the three primary mistakes stopping women from gaining more distance in their golf swing and how to fix them!

We also discuss Lisa's personal training schedule, why muscle memory is way more important than muscular strength, and the vital role of rest in achieving peak performance. We also explore the significance of tempo and having a mental routine alongside a physical one.

Lisa shares her insightful personal experiences as a world-class athlete, including her triumph of hitting the longest drive in women's golf history, and what she did to gain the highest swing speed she's ever achieved.

3 Reasons You Lack Distance in Your Swing (and What to Do Instead)
(06:47) Reason 1: You’re an arms lifter. Because women are naturally more flexible than men, it’s easy to think you’re turning when you’re really just lifting your arms. Lisa recommends looking at your body in two parts: the upper body and the lower body. During the backswing, start with your lead shoulder, forcing you to turn your chest turning away from the ball. On the other hand, during the downswing, maximize the coil and torque you’ve built up by leading with your lower body.

(09:25) Reason 2: Your golf swing sequence is flawed or lacking. “Turn the shirt” on the backswing, freeze, then “turn the skirt” on the downswing. The best way to make this sequence second nature is by practicing dissociation drills, as well as training to move your weight to the instep of the back foot when transitioning from the backswing to the downswing.

(18:43) Reason 3: You don’t finish the golf swing. Most golfers put all their focus on hitting the ball, so that once they make contact, they begin to decelerate and fail to maximize distance as a result. Your clubhead should be at its fastest not on the ball, but three feet past the ball. Always keep this in mind: Hit through the ball, not to the ball.

About the Guest:

Lisa Longball is an 8-time Canadian long drive national champion and has finished as high as 2nd in the world. She is an LDA Tour champion and Callaway Golf sponsored athlete. In addition to her competitive career, Lisa is a Golf Journalist for several publications including Inside Golf Magazine and has had her own column in Golf Digest Canada. Lisa uses her vast experience as a World Class athlete to be a successful keynote Peak Performance Speaker at conferences and conventions, is a Golf Entertainer for many corporate/charity golf tournaments across North America including PGA Tour and Champions Tour events and runs her own Golf School for Women both in Canada and the United States.

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For more information on the California Crush Invitational, please visit CaliforniaCrushInvitational.com.

We are continuing our distance series with the Andrew Hannon, THE Golf Fitness Professional as he gives us an inside look as to what gaining distance and speed really looks like at a fitness level. Listen in as he goes through his 8 steps to gaining distance and explains exactly what it takes to do so!

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For more information on our Breaking Bogeys Coaching Membership, please visit: BreakingBogeys.com

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Website: CompeteConfidenceGolf.com

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One of the fundamental principles to leveling up your golf game is to improve your distance. Regardless of skill level, body type, or gender, lower-handicap golfers tend to be longer golfers, while higher-handicap golfers tend to be shorter golfers. 

Listen in as Lou Stagner, Arccos Golf Data Insights Lead, breaks down distance as a skill that any golfer can train efficiently and effectively by incorporating a little strategy and a lot of data—600 shots worth of data from the Arcos database, to be precise!

We explore how to maximize distance while carefully considering potential penalties and hazards, as well as factoring in tempo and strike into our swing. We debunk the common fear of losing accuracy when increasing speed.

Lou shares valuable insights from the programs offered by golf fitness gurus Mike Carroll and Jamie Greaves. He explains how, with dedication, one can gain up to 6% clubhead speed and 10 extra yards in a matter of weeks, which can lead to a two-shot handicap reduction.

Wrapping up, we take a look at optimizing long shots and club lengths, and explore how knowing your dispersion can help you minimize penalty situations.

About the Guest:

Lou Stagner is an Arccos Golf Data Insights Lead, Co-Host of the “Hack It Out Golf” podcast and one of the leading data research analysts on The PGA TOUR. A self-proclaimed “golf nut and data nerd”, Lou has become an influential figure in the golf data space by combining a lifelong passion for the game with his background as a business intelligence and analytics executive. Through the Hack It Out Golf podcast, and through the popular Twitter feed, @LouStagner, he has become a highly respected voice in the world of golf.

Connect with Lou:

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