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The Par Train | A Mental Golf Show

The Par Train - A Mental Golf Showwww.thepartrain.com
Golf game off the rails? Sick of riding the struggle bus? You've come to the right place. The Par Train helps frustrated golfers #EnjoyTheRide again, because if you can learn to smile through bad golf, you can smile through anything. The Par Train Podcast is a top 10 golf podcast in the United States unpacking the mental game with PGA Tour Pros, best-selling authors, CEOs, sports psychologists, every day golfers like you to make the hardest game in the world feel easy and help you finally get back on track. Welcome aboard!
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#292: How to Set Your 2024 Golfing Goals (and avoid common mistakes in the process)

Ev and Cerm hop aboard the Train to outline their own goals for 2024, outline the structure for you to do the same, identify common mistakes in goal setting, and debate if goals are even a good thing. If you want to play the best golf of your life in 2024, this episode is the first step. The Par Train Podcast is brought to you by Rhoback Activewear aka the greatest polos, qzips, hoodies, shorts and joggers in the game. Seriously... we can't take them off. Tap this link for 15% off (auto applies ...

Jan 14, 202452 minEp. 292

#291: In Case You Missed It - December 2023 Recap of The Par Train Podcast

Welcome aboard a brand new mini series... Monthly Recaps! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of December. Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? This new mini series is for you! Here are the episodes from December: #282 - 7 THINGS AMATEUR GOLFERS GET BACKWARDS WITH JOSH NICHOLS FROM THE MENTAL GOLF SHOW #285 - "I CAN'T GET OFF THE STRUGGLE BUS" WITH SPORTS PSYC...

Jan 14, 202454 minEp. 291

#290: Hodinkee's Ben Clymer - The Crazy Connection Between Watches, Golf, and a "Just Happy to Be Here" Mindset

Ben Clymer , the founder of Hodinkee and Fairgame Golf , hops aboard the Train to unpack the crazy connection between watches and golf, identifies golf brands that are just like certain watch brands, what brings Ben confidence on the course like a watch does in every day life, and how Ben's mindset of "Just happy to be here" is the key to everything. If you're a watch nerd that loves golf, welcome aboard maybe the greatest podcast ever recorded. The Par Train Podcast is brought to you by Rhoback...

Jan 07, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 290

#289: LFG - NO PICTURES ON SCORECARDS with Bilas, Cupp, Singer, and Cermak

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A brand new, monthly short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on your way to your next round, range sesh, or whatever is important to you. This month's LFG series is all about NO PICTURES ON SCORECARDS, THINGS NOT BEING PRETTY, AND COLD WEATHER with soundbites College Basketball Legend Jay Bilas and Speedgolf Champ Lauren Cupp. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulle...

Jan 07, 202410 minEp. 289

#288: 10 Ways to Play the Best Golf of Your Life in 2024

Happy new year, fellow passengers! Welcome aboard the annual tradition where Ev and Cerm dig through hours of interviews to pull out the 10 best soundbites and lessons of the year and package them up nicely for you to jump start your 2024. Want to play the best golf of your life this year? Hop aboard and enjoy the ride! Episodes featured: CERM'S PICKS 221 - MODERNIZE YOUR SHORT GAME AND MINDSET WITH THE SHORT GAME CHEF 231 - CLEAR THE CLUTTER WITH TAYLORMADE'S CHRIS TROTT 232 - CREATE A GAME WIT...

Dec 31, 20231 hr 12 minEp. 288

#287: Are Swing Changes Really Worth It?

Happy holidays to all our fellow passengers! Ever hope and pray that a swing change will "be it?" Ever think you "found it" to later find out you didn't? Cerm and Ev sit down for the ultimate debate. Is it actually worth it to change your swing? Does it do more harm than good? Cerm had a recent lesson uses Ev as a sounding board if he can actually make the change. If you've ever wondered if you should change your swing, this episode is for you. The Par Train Podcast is brought to you by Rhoback ...

Dec 24, 20231 hr 3 minEp. 287

#286: Tour Pro James Nicholas Gives A Masterclass on Playing Well When It Matters Most

When James Nicholas ( @jamesnicholasgolf ) secured his DP World Tour card, The Par Train's instagram DM's were flooded with requests to get James back on the show for his second ride. Ask and you shall receive... James hops aboard the Train for another ride to break down what changed in his game from playing with no tour status, playing in Monday qualifiers, and now is a week away from securing his PGA Tour card after already getting his DP World Tour card. Want to know how to play under pressur...

Dec 18, 20231 hr 1 minEp. 286

#285: "I can't get off the struggle bus" with Sports Psychologist Dr. Bhrett McCabe

Ev hopped on a plane and flew all the way to Birmingham, AL to sit with Dr. Bhrett McCabe in person, Sports Psychologist for Jon Rahm, Sam Burns, Brian Harman, Billy Horschel and so many more. A couple weeks before Ev spent a month in Scotland, he wondered if he had the swing yips. He wondered why he couldn't get off the struggle bus. This conversation unpacks all of it, and hopefully helps you figure out how to get back on track too. Want to watch the video with Bhrett and Ev on the course? Hop...

Dec 10, 20231 hr 21 minEp. 285

#284: In Case You Missed It - November 2023 Recap of The Par Train Podcast

Welcome aboard a brand new mini series... Monthly Recaps! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of November. Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? This new mini series is for you! Here are the episodes from November: #276 : When the Worst Round of Your Life Happens at Golf Mecca With Tara Singer #278 : Ignite Your Offseason - How to Play the Last Round of the Sea...

Dec 10, 202351 minEp. 284

#283: LFG - COURSE MANAGEMENT with Fawcett, Stagner, and Selfridge

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A brand new, monthly short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on your way to your next round, range sesh, or whatever is important to you. This month's LFG series is all about COURSE MANAGEMENT with soundbites from the founder of the DECADE system, Mr. Golf Stat Pro himself, and a former Tour Pro and current Tour Caddie. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from ...

Dec 03, 202311 minEp. 283

#282: 7 Things Amateur Golfers Get Backwards with Josh Nichols from The Mental Golf Show

Josh Nichols ( @joshlukenichols ), host of The Mental Golf Show hops aboard The Par Train to make history! This is the first time the two biggest mental golf podcasts came together on one show to help golfers get their games back on track. Josh and Evan break down the 7 things that amateur golfers get backwards. If you've ever wondered what elite amateur and pro golfers do that you do not, this episode is for! The Par Train Podcast is brought to you by Rhoback Activewear aka the greatest polos, ...

Dec 03, 20231 hr 14 minEp. 282

281: My Mind Blowing Breakthrough to Better Golf ("I found it!")

Ev and Cerm unpack the mind blowingly simple breakthrough moment for Ev, a 7 handicap, to finally take his game in the right direction. If you've struggled with inconsistent contact, big left and right misses, and lost your confidence... this episode is a MUST LISTEN. The Par Train Podcast is brought to you by Rhoback Activewear aka the greatest polos, qzips, hoodies, shorts and joggers in the game. Seriously... we can't take them off. Tap this link for 20% off for black friday (code auto applie...

Nov 26, 20231 hr 2 minEp. 281

#280: The Transformational "Back Against the Wall" Mentality

Larry Blatt hops aboard the Train for the first time to unpack his unique and inspiring story. Larry was one of the best players at on the golf team at University of Illinois, but he got a bit burnt out. He decided to go into finance after college. He didn't touch a club for 8-9 years. Then he got asked to play in a scramble, started striping it, won a couple amateur tournaments, and turned pro at age 36. Want to learn how to start every round hot? Want to learn how to play every round like your...

Nov 19, 20231 hr 8 minEp. 280

#279: In Case You Missed It - October 2023 Recap of The Par Train Podcast

Welcome aboard a brand new mini series... Monthly Recaps! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of October. Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month? This new mini series is for you! Here are the episodes from October: #269: The European Ryder Cup Formula and How You Can Use it #271: The Weight of Tournament Pressure and How to Overcome It with Jon Sherman #273: Fight the ...

Nov 12, 20231 hr 3 minEp. 279

#278: Ignite Your Offseason - How to Play the Last Round of the Season

Ev and Cerm hop aboard the Train to dig into Cerm's last round of the season, the mental challenge and pressure the "last round", how to think about the offseason, things you can do to get better in 2024, and so much more. Get a FREE Whoop! We partnered with Whoop, and I'll admit, I was skeptical at first to see the whoop device was really worth it. Now? I honestly can't live without it. I genuinely get pumped to wake up and look at my sleep data, learn what helps my body recover faster, and may...

Nov 12, 202349 minEp. 278

#277: LFG - SUCK LESS with McCabe, Steele, and Naegel

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A brand new, monthly short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on your way to your next round, range sesh, or whatever is important to you. This month's LFG series is all about SUCKING LESS with soundbites from a world renowned sports psychologist, a PGA Tour Pro, and a scratch golfer. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes: Ep. 159 - Bre...

Nov 05, 202312 minEp. 277

#276: When the Worst Round of Your Life Happens at Golf Mecca (Evan's Wife Makes Podcast Debut!)

Tara Singer ( @tarasinger ), Evan's wife and 13.5 handicap, hops aboard the Train for the first time to unpack the worst round of her life which unfortunately happened at one of the greatest courses on the planet.. the Old Course at St. Andrews. If you've ever struggled at what seems like "the worst time", this episode is for you. We unpack the causes, the solutions, what she would've done differently, the impacts of a bucket list environment, expectations, and so much more. Get a FREE Whoop! We...

Nov 05, 202354 minEp. 276

#275: Playing Golf in Scotland for a Month (The ONE Thing I Learned)

Ev and Cerm dig into every aspect of Ev's dream trip to Scotland for a month. The best parts, the worst parts, course rankings, and of course what Ev learned about his game and golf in general from playing at the home of golf for 4 weeks. The one thing Evan learned will change the way he plays golf forever (and it may change the way you play as well). Get a FREE Whoop! We partnered with Whoop, and I'll admit, I was skeptical at first to see the whoop device was really worth it. Now? I honestly c...

Oct 29, 20231 hr 6 minEp. 275

#274: Becoming Passionate Over the Mundane with Sean Foley

Sean Foley ( @seanfoleyperformance ), one of the best golf coaches in the world (Most known for coaching Tiger Woods) hops aboard the Train for the 3rd time to talk about how to find passion in the mundane, unpacks the European Ryder Cup spirit and formula, inspires Cerm to get back into tournament golf, unveils what the universe was telling Ev when his driver broke in Scotland, how amateurs can play their best golf and so much more. Check out the swing trainer that is taking PGA Tour ranges by ...

Oct 22, 20231 hr 29 minEp. 274

#273: Fight the Blow up Hole Blues with Entourage’s Jerry Ferrara

Jerry Ferrara ( @jerryferrara ), commonly known as "Turtle" on the hit show Entourage, hops aboard the Train to unpack his own golf game, figure out how to overcome the blowup hole blues, discover why his strengths are his strengths and then work to eliminate his weaknesses, playing golf with DJ Khaled, the story behind the Tom Brady golf episode, and so much more. If you've ever wondered why you can good golf for 6 holes and then always seem to blow up, this episode is for you. Get a FREE Whoop...

Oct 15, 20231 hr 14 minEp. 273

#272: In Case You Missed It - September 2023 Recap of The Par Train Podcast

Welcome aboard a brand new mini series... Monthly Recaps! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of September. Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month? This new mini series is for you! Here are the episodes from September: #263: How to Get to a Plus Handicap in 5 years with NFL Legend Danny Woodhead #265: Mental Game Roundtable - How to Win Any Golf Tournament Despite Nega...

Oct 08, 202351 minEp. 272

#271: The Weight of Tournament Pressure and How to Overcome It with Jon Sherman

Jon Sherman ( @practicalgolf ), best-selling author of the Four Foundations of Golf , hops aboard the Train for his 3rd time after playing in his first US Mid Am Championship. How did he deal with this new level of pressure? What did he have in his bag of tricks to overcome bad weather and failed expectations? If you've ever wondered how to overcome pressure in tournaments or otherwise, this episode with Jon is for you. Get a FREE Whoop! We partnered with Whoop, and I'll admit, I was skeptical a...

Oct 08, 20231 hr 12 minEp. 271

#270: LFG - THINK LIKE A TOUR PRO with Mitchell, Todd, Long, McCarron, Langley

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A brand new, monthly short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on your way to your next round, range sesh, or whatever is important to you. This month's LFG series is all about THINKING LIKE A TOUR PRO with soundbites exclusively from PGA Tour Pros. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes: EP. 102 - ADAM LONG ON PLAYING WELL THROUGH PRESSU...

Oct 01, 202311 minEp. 270

#269: The European Ryder Cup Formula and How You Can Use It

What was different for Rory Mcilroy in the 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome than Whistling Straits in 2021? What did the entire European team have that the Americans didn't? Should we play every round of golf like match play? How can you play golf like the Tour Pros in the Ryder Cup? Find out all of this and more in our 2023 Ryder Cup recap. I finally tried the thing Rory Mcilroy and Justin Thomas Won't Stop Talking About We partnered with Whoop, and I'll admit, I was skeptical at first to see the whoop d...

Oct 01, 20231 hr 1 minEp. 269

#268: If You Can Smile Through Bad Golf, You Can Smile Through Anything

Irene ( @irenes.entropy ) hops aboard the Train for one of the most unique and impactful conversations. Irene is a touring musician, an engineer, and someone who's dealt with intense trauma and now helping thousands of people overcome their own trauma today. She now golfs and owes her biggest breakthroughs to the this game. If you want to learn how golf can help you smile through anything, this episode is for you. Trigger warning: We discuss some intense topics and stories from Irene's past (Thi...

Sep 24, 20231 hrEp. 268

#267: Your Blueprint to Getting Back on Track After a Bad Round

Cerm and Ev hop aboard the Train to do a deep dive on Cerm's last two rounds, both his worst of the year. This episode serves as a blueprint for how to think through some of your bad rounds, give you the blueprint, so you can get back on track. I finally tried the thing Rory Mcilroy and Justin Thomas Won't Stop Talking About We partnered with Whoop, and I'll admit, I was skeptical at first to see the whoop device was really worth it. Now? I honestly can't live without it. I genuinely get pumped ...

Sep 17, 20231 hr 13 minEp. 267

#266: In Case You Missed It - August 2023 Recap of The Par Train Podcast

Welcome aboard a brand new mini series... Monthly Recaps! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of August. Trying to catch up? New to the Train? This new mini series will make it easy to catch up and figure out which shows you want to dive into! Here are the episodes from August: #262: Fixing the Yips or Making Sure You Never Get them with Parker McLachlin aka the Short Game Chef #261: Game Changing...

Sep 10, 202349 minEp. 266

#265: Mental Game Roundtable - How to Win Any Golf Tournament Despite Negative Self Talk

Douglas Brosseau, a loyal podcast listener, hops aboard the Train to talk about what he changed to go from a 14 to a 8 handicap in less than 6 months and how he won his first ever golf tournament. If you think you have to get rid of negative self talk in order to play your best golf.. you're wrong. This episode proves it. Welcome aboard! What if golfers did THIS instead of going to the range before their round? Warm up your bodies without going to the range with the #1 pliability app and do a si...

Sep 10, 20231 hr 6 minEp. 265

#264: LFG - GET OUT OF YOUR OWN WAY with Rotella, Foley, Parent, McCabe, Yellin, Matthews, and Sessinghaus

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A brand new, monthly short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on your way to your next round, range sesh, or whatever is important to you. This month's LFG series is all about GETTING OUT OF YOUR OWN WAY. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes: 98 - The Science Behind Getting in the Zone - Steven Yellin 101 - How the Best in the World Tr...

Sep 03, 202311 minEp. 264

#263: How to Get to a Plus Handicap in 5 Years with NFL Legend Danny Woodhead

Danny Woodhead ( @teamwoody39 ), Former NFL Running Back, hops aboard the Train to give you a masterclass on taking NFL level grit to the golf course and going from a 5 handicap to a +4 handicap in 5 years. If you actually want to get better at golf, this episode is for you. What if golfers did THIS instead of going to the range before their round? Warm up your bodies without going to the range with the #1 pliability app and do a simple 10 min stretching routine INSTEAD of hitting balls and gett...

Sep 03, 20231 hr 13 minEp. 263
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