Yoga for Golf® Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Being flexible doesn't always mean you're ready to play better golf.

In this episode, we break down the difference between flexibility, mobility, and stability — and why control of movement matters more than just range of motion.

If your swing feels inconsistent, loose, or hard to control, this will help you understand why — and what to do about it.

Show notes:

• Try YoGolf Performance® free for seven days
• Joint by Joint Approach
• Contact me

Join me for a conversation with Dr. Carly Hunt, founder of Thinkbettergolf, to explore the powerful connection between the mind, body, and golf performance.

With a background that blends sport psychology, health psychology, and positive psychology, Dr. Carly shares how golfers can train their brains to not only play better — but feel better in the process.

We talk about her journey from competitive golf to working with athletes and individuals navigating performance and chronic pain, and how her early experience with yoga helped shape her holistic approach.

You'll learn:

• How yoga supports both the mental and physical sides of your golf game
• Key principles for managing chronic pain from a mind–body perspective
• Mental training strategies to improve focus, confidence, and performance
• Practical ways to build resilience on and off the course

Whether you're dealing with pain, chasing better performance, or simply looking to feel more in control of your game, this conversation offers tools you can start using right away.

Show notes:

• Thinkbettergolf
• Dr. Carly's book: Train Your Brain to Beat Chronic Pain
• Follow Dr. Carly on Instagram
• YoGolf Performance®
• Contact me

Balance might be one of the most overlooked elements of the golf swing — but it's also one of the most important.

In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, I'm sharing one of my PGA Show talks and breaking it down into practical, golfer-friendly strategies you can apply immediately.

You'll learn:

• Why balance is foundational for power and consistency
• How your ankles, knees, and hips work together to stabilize your swing
• The surprising role your eyes and nervous system play in balance
• How to use the ground more effectively for better force transfer
• Simple ways to improve balance — starting today

Ready to move better and play better? Let's dive in.

Show notes:

• Joint by Joint Approach
• YoGolf Performance®
• Contact me

Golf is meant to be a lifelong sport—but pain, stiffness, and fear of injury often become the real limiting factors as golfers age.

In this episode, I'm sharing movement strategies from my PGA Show talk Swing Strong at Any Age to help golfers support their bodies without extreme workouts, forced stretching, or high-impact training.

You'll learn:

• Common movement patterns older golfers face—and why they're modifiable

• What the aging golf swing actually needs (and what it doesn't)

• The four pillars of a young-feeling golf swing: usable mobility, strength through range, balance and load transfer, and recovery

• Simple, practical movement strategies golfers can use to feel stronger, more confident, and more supported on the course

Whether you're a golfer yourself or work with golfers, this episode will help you train the body so the game can last a lifetime.

Show notes:

• Contact me!
• Try YoGolf Performance® free for seven days
• Order a Yoga for Golf® bag tag

Most golfers think the mental game is something you fix by thinking harder—more focus, more confidence, more control.

But the mental game isn't just mental.

In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, we explore five ways yoga improves your mental game on the golf course, helping you play with more focus, composure, and consistency—without adding more swing thoughts.

You'll learn how yoga helps golfers:

• Tune out external distractions

• Build awareness without overthinking

• Use the breath to regulate tension and tempo

• Stay present after bad shots

• Train true focus under pressure

Yoga doesn't just help you move better—it trains the attention, breath, and nervous system skills that show up when it matters most.

If the swing is there but the consistency isn't, this episode may reveal the missing piece.

Show notes:

• YoGolf Performance® - FREE 7-Day Trial
• Contact me
• Turns out, it's a Tony Robbins quote

Previously, we talked about why flexibility alone isn't enough for golfers. In this episode, we take the next step and break down one of the most misunderstood concepts in golf fitness: mobility vs stability.

You'll learn what mobility and stability actually mean, how they show up in your golf swing, and why having more range of motion doesn't automatically lead to better performance—or fewer injuries. We'll also connect the dots to strength and balance, and explain why these elements are essential for controlling movement, generating power, and swinging more consistently.

Inside this episode, we cover:

• The difference between mobility and stability (and why golfers need both)

• Common problem areas like the hips, shoulders, and core

• How strength supports stability in the golf swing

• Why balance plays a huge role in consistency

• A simple at-home drill that combines mobility, stability, strength, and balance

If you want a swing that feels stronger, more controlled, and more reliable—this episode will help you understand what your body actually needs to support it.

Show notes:

• YoGolf Performance®
• Work with me
• Free downloads, resources, and more

Stretching is often the go-to for golfers looking to warm up, loosen tight muscles, or prevent injuries—but stretching alone isn't enough to support a strong, consistent golf swing.

In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, we break down why passive stretching falls short and what your body actually needs to move better on the course. We talk about the difference between stretching and mobility, how strength and control through range of motion matter, and why golfers need more than just flexibility to improve performance and longevity.

If your pre-round routine is mostly stretching—or if you feel "loose" but still unstable, restricted, or inconsistent—this episode will help you rethink how you prepare your body for golf and what to add to your routine for better results.

Show notes:

• YoGolf Performance® (free seven-day trial!)
• 5 Best Yoga Exercises to Create Distance and Clubhead Speed (free download!)
• Follow @yogolf_performance
• Email me
• Book a call

Welcome to the Yoga for Golf® Podcast!

In this first episode, we discuss why yoga and Pilates are so good for golfers—and why you should forget anything you've previously thought about them.

We break down some common myths and misconceptions, address common reasons golfers hesitate to try them, and look at why it's about so much more than flexibility.

Whether you're brand new to yoga and Pilates or still on the fence, this episode will help you understand how they fit into your golf training—and why it's about improving how you move, not becoming the most flexible person in the room.

Show notes:

• Check out YoGolf Performance® (free for seven days!)
• Send me an email
• Book a call
• Follow @yogolf_performance on Instagram

Welcome to the Yoga for Golf® Podcast!

In this short trailer, host Lauren McMillin—founder of YoGolf Performance—shares what this podcast is all about, who it's for, and how yoga and Pilates can support better movement, performance, and longevity for golfers.

This show is designed for golfers who want to:

• Move better and feel better in their bodies

• Improve flexibility, balance, rotation, and strength

• Reduce aches, pain, and stiffness that interfere with their swing

• Support their golf game with smarter, more intentional movement

Whether you're brand new to yoga or Pilates or looking to deepen your movement practice, the Yoga for Golf® Podcast offers practical tools, education, and conversations to help you enjoy the game for years to come—on and off the course.

To learn more about Lauren's classes, programs, and golf-specific movement training, visit YoGolf Performance®, where yoga and Pilates meet the game of golf.

In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, I'm joined by Rob Ohno, President and CEO of the ANNIKA Foundation.

We talk about the Foundation's mission to develop, empower, and advance young women through golf — and what that actually looks like in practice, from junior golf to the professional level and beyond.

Rob shares insights from his 20+ years with the PGA TOUR, what separates young golfers who continue to improve from those who plateau, and why confidence, mindset, and overall development play such a key role in long-term success.

Plus, Rob shares his own experience incorporating yoga and mobility work into his routine — and how it's impacted both his body and his game.

If you're a golfer, coach, or parent looking to better support long-term development on and off the course, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

Show notes:

• ANNIKA Foundation
• ANNIKA Women's All Pro Tour
• YoGolf Performance®
• Contact me