How To Break 90 Without Changing Your Golf Swing

[@robertbain5076]

Excellent advice! I have taken 4 strokes off my handicap by following your advice. Two things to add: 1.) It takes real mental discipline to stick to the plan and play shots that are within my ability. Since I don’t have a caddy to remind me not to do something foolish, I have to be my own caddy. 2.) It is vital to develop some skill at short pitches and chips. Committing to the shot and making a positive swing is so much easier when I force myself to pick a straightforward target. For example pitching into the middle of the green instead of trying to hit the “perfect” little pitch just over the bunker onto the collar so it trickles down to the hole. For me, uncertainty leads to tentativeness and deceleration. Keep up the good work!

[@fitzygolfpro]

That is fantastic Robert. I always say to people imagine you are caddying for yourself. Or as another subscriber to this channel (David Leigh) calls it WWBD. What would Brian do? Hes asks that before he hits every shot. You have the concept now it is just the mental discipline to do it before every shot. It is a hard thing to do and does take some practice. You are making great inroads into your score reduction. I am proud of you. Brian

[@kymstock1852]

The biggest issue for mid handicap golfers is to not get stressed on your off days. I know I can break 80 ( twice so far) but that score is like my 3/10 golf shot; I can't perform to that level every time without increasing my time on the course more than I am willing to do. I rate my scores in sections; A is 80-85, B is 85-90, C is 90-95, D is 95-100. During winter I was playing C&D games often. Suddenly I dipped into an A game, but mainly I am playing B &C. Accept it and learn from what you did poorly.

[@fitzygolfpro]

What a great summary Kym. Even the best players in the world only have their "A" games 10% of the time. The secret is to not try and get to your "A" game when you only have your "D" game on the course. Play with what you and and try and fix it after your game. You are well and truly on the right track. Brian

[@noggin6459]

Great advice! I like to think of every hole as a par 5 and my target is to get as many under par as I can. It takes the pressure off and par 3s become an easy birdie and sometimes eagle hole.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Good stuff! That is a great mindset to have. Brian

[@bobadkins7377]

Brian, this video is one of your very best. The conversion from 90,s to 80’s is right in my wheelhouse right now. I played last week with the intention of taking the shot I knew I could make. I told my golf partner that this was my plan for the entire round. Between that and being aware of seeking a landing spot at the green rather than aiming for the flag, well I had an enjoyable round. I experimented with using my seven instead of reaching for the wedge and was encouraged with the results. So a combination of your instructions makes for a score that is slowly but surely coming down. Thanks for the instructionals, they work.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Brilliant Bob. I am proud of you. It takes a lot of course to do what you have done and to tell your partner your plan really puts it out there. It definitely works as you have discovered. The hardest bit is remembering to stick to the plan. I am sure you give 80 a nudge. Brian

[@neilbach2499]

What a great video reminding me to play within myself and avoiding emotional decisions. I agree with the comments from others.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thanks Neil. I love the community that is developing here. My view numbers are pretty small but there are some real quality nice people in this group. Playing within our capabilities is something we should all be doing. All of the time. Thanks for your contribution. Brian

[@davidleigh2573]

This is a great vlog,full of tips. Well illustrated, explained and executed. These tips work. Having used most of them this year our Doctor has helped me have the most consistent year ever. The W.W.B. D. What would Brian do mantra has been with me every time the shot was assessed and actioned. Thank you Brian a proper Golf Coach . Stay safe.

[@fitzygolfpro]

I am honoured you think so David. Where do I pay you? You are doing the hard bit implementing my advice. Thank you for your support. Brian

[@stevetaylor3455]

Yes indeed David - the 7/10 rule is great as is the WWBD!

[@robchisholm2697]

Another visit to the doctor well worth it, a great plan is only as good as the execution, hope I can do it justice on Thursday and break 90 for the second time in my life. Current GA25.5. Will be playing off 24 on white markers. An 89 would be a nett 65.

[@fitzygolfpro]

You are right Rob. Knowing it and remembering to do it are two totally different things. Just keep plugging away at it. I know if I caddied for most people (90 -100 shooters) they would knock at least 8 shots from their score without a swing change. Good things are just around the corner. Brian

[@markflanagan6424]

Thanks Brian. There were so many excellent tips in this video that I had to write them down to remember them all. :-) I just recently started taking your 7 out of 10 shot recommendation and I’ve lowered my score by more than 12 strokes a round. It’s great advice and challenges me to keep focused on getting the lowest score I can per hole rather than trying to hit the miracle shot and blowing up my round when it doesn’t work. (Which it never does. Haha)

[@fitzygolfpro]

That is an incredible improvement Mark. Well done. If everyone could be as disciplined as you they would also improve their golf scores. You are right the miracle shot hardly ever comes off. Keep up the improvement. Thanks for letting me know. Brian

[@asht7290]

As a high handicapper who scored in the low 90s, I always said to my buddy who was a 6 index player - GIR and 2 putt is boring golf. He always replied, I'll take "boring golf" all day, every day

[@fitzygolfpro]

Great advice. My goal for all of my clients is to be boring and improve..... Brian

[@mrbroeders]

One hole on our course generally requires a shot over trees to a narrow green. I never go for it because I know I will probably end up hitting the trees and going OOB. I have seen so many people take it on and end up shooting 7's and 8's on this simple par 4. I'm happy to take a 5 and move on.

[@fitzygolfpro]

The risk v reward. I like your strategy on the hole you describe here. If you feel like you can't get over the trees every time there is no reward in the long term. It is a real mental challenge and it sounds like you have the right stuff. Thanks for sharing. Brian

[@andrewwright8481]

Thanx doc very sound advice your previous logs have sure help my game, keep up the good work.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thanks Andrew. I am glad they are helping you get better. Lots more to come don't worry. Brian

[@stevetaylor3455]

Thanks very much Brian; they are great tips. I will keep working on them! The 7/10 rule is a very good guide.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thanks Steve. It is so important that i mentioned it several times during this video. The hard part is in the remembering to do it. Brian

[@jesseross3794]

I knew I'd seen some of these before. You sneaky little pro

[@fitzygolfpro]

No footage was re used. Just the concepts. The trouble is we forget to do them. If I bang on about it enough the message might get through. Thanks for watching. Brian

[@MajorGeneralGajinderSingh]

Too good. One of the most practical videos I have come across

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thank you @Gajinder Singh Practical and simple is what I try and do, Thanks for watching. Brian

[@mikegrimes5688]

Wise words Brian, generally happy with my plan, but not always the execution. Like the lines on the ball template, will give that a go.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thanks Mike. It is really about sticking to it no matter what. Bad shots happen and if that only costs us 1 shot that is ok. We could get that back later. But when we follow a bad shot with a poor decision trying to chase the shot back straight away that's when the doubles and greater kick in. Brian

[@peterware9935]

Great advice Brian.i always play the Hero shot and fail.only because my golfing mates always tell me to have a go.i like your way .thanks for the tip.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Oh dear. Never listen to your mates. Stick to my way and you can put your hand out to collect the cash from them regularly. Stay well Peter. Brian

[@paulsmith8540]

Very enjoyable video. Just broke 100, and looking for 90! I learned something. Thanks.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Great to hear! What a great milestone Paul. I still remember the first time I broke 100, 90, 80 and 70. Treasure each milestone and work towards the next one. I'm glad you have found my content useful. Brian

[@jesseross3794]

way to go Brian, I am so happy I watch your tips

[@fitzygolfpro]

I appreciate that Jesse! When the video numbers are terrible I just think about the few latched on people like yourself that make it all worthwhile. I appreciate your support. Brian

[@jasonpyle4648]

Sum of the best advice I had seen . I will put this into play in my next round of golf . Thanks again.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thank you Jason. I am glad you enjoyed the video. Good luck with the implementation. Brian

[@samleijen8362]

Thanks mate. Nice and simple

[@fitzygolfpro]

Just the way I like to coach

[@lisahyne7552]

Fitzy I went out today and practiced my game and shot 84 off the stick amazing!!! Not complicated but it worked. What can I say but thank you 😊

[@fitzygolfpro]

That is awesome. Congratulations Lisa. I bet you can still think of a few wasted shots in that round as good as it was. Keep working at it. This was no fluke. I appreciate you taking the time to let me know. Brian

[@OzCats]

Morning Brian, Absolutely Brilliant Video, one of your best. Just makes perfect sense. I just have to remember to take it to the course. The 7 out of 10 rule is easy to remember. Definitely going to watch this video many times until it sinks into my thick skull lol 😂😂 Many thanks Brian. Cheers Joe

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thanks Joe. The 7 out of 10 rule is the corner stone of everything. It’s why it is mentioned several times here. Such an easy thing to do. We just need to remember it on every shot.

[@OzCats]

@@fitzygolfpro once again thanks Brian. This video really hit the mark 👍👍

[@larrymcafee7481]

Great pointers, thanks so much!

[@fitzygolfpro]

Glad it was helpful Larry! Thanks for watching. Brian

[@davidwalters313]

Excellent video Brian. Unfortunately the weather is so bad here in the UK it may be a while before I can put your pearls-of wisdom into practice ATB David

[@fitzygolfpro]

Sorry to hear that David. But you can use that to your advantage and work on some of your short game elements. Putting can be done indoors using a putting mat or just on the carpet. If you get bored quickly there is always my online putting training course.... If you get some plastic balls with holes you can work on your chipping. The coin drill from my last KZbin shots video is a good one. You could also play a game of leap frog. Trying to land the ball progressively further than the last. I might make some KZbin #shorts over the next few weeks for you guys up north to do at home. Stay well. Brian

[@davidwalters313]

@@fitzygolfpro thanks Brian. Please keep up the good work

[@fitzygolfpro]

There is plenty more to come David. I promise.

[@patrickpurcell3671]

I love winter David go snow skiing lol.

[@fitzygolfpro]

My one and only trip to the snow resulted in a broken arm when I was 5. I’m never going back.

[@user_1664]

Great video , really appreciate the advice . My handicap has been increasing steadily and in line with a steady increase in my ball striking ability - its been painful . I should be breaking eighty . Its nice to have something like this on hand just to remind me to step back and not be a hero . I will apply the 7/10 shot and be honest about it . I do love a good hero shot now and again though 💪

[@fitzygolfpro]

I'm glad you are enjoying the content. Ball striking is of course important and I am not downplaying that but there are so many other areas where shots get wasted that are pretty simple to fix. I call them the low hanging fruit. I try and people to start there. I do love a good hero shot when it comes off too. But they just don't come off often enough. Thanks for watching and commenting. Brian

[@AdiHughesGuitar]

Simply brilliant.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thanks Adi. I appreciate that. Brian

[@joncarter9041]

Cheers mate. Tried playing bogey golf on Monday. Usually score late 90s/100. Just hit my best score of 92 and never visited a bunker. I also know that I left a few silly shots out there. So hoping to shave those off. Cheers.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Well done Jon that is fantastic news. As you know there is still some room for improvement in there. Cut out the silly shots and you will be under 90 in no time. I appreciate you taking the time to let me know. Keep up the great work. Brian

[@jmm1817]

Thank you for posting this is very valuable for most amateurs it really takes putting your ego aside to accomplish this thanks again and much success to you

[@fitzygolfpro]

Glad it was helpful! Let me know how it goes. Brian

[@susannelson5829]

Thanks Brian this information is very helpful and a good strategy can make all the difference.

[@fitzygolfpro]

My pleasure Susan. I am glad you found it helpful. Finding the right strategy for you and the skills you already have is the big key. Thanks for watching. Brian

[@2Eaglez]

On those shorter holes with potential trouble like trees or water, I prefer a 1/2 or 2/3 swing with my driver which is easily a 7 out of 10. This shot is a low punch usually down the middle and about 75% as long as a full swing. Your tip on the hybrid chip or 2 iron is excellent. It is amazing how easy it is to dial in the distance with the hybrid chip with only a little practice.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thank you Phil. You are on to something with your 3/4 driver. It’s a great show to have in your tool box. I keep waiting for the governing body to ban the hybrid chip because it’s so easy six you say. Thanks for your feed back and for watching. Brian

[@ronpryor5812]

Great tips. Great teaching.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Glad it was helpful Ron! Lowering your score need not be about complex golf swing changes and hitting a lot of balls. Thanks for watching. Brian

[@pgerrey]

thanks Brian ill take that 7/10 rule into my game my average is 95 next step below 90

[@fitzygolfpro]

Hey Paul that is a really good plan. That alone should get you under 90. The hardest thing to do is stick to it. It requires discipline. Before EVERY shot. What shot can I make from here at least 7/10 and then play that shot. Let me know how it goes for you. Brian

[@pgerrey]

@@fitzygolfpro sure will

[@sambascombe440]

Brilliant video

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thank you Sam. It’s not always about the golf swing. Brian

[@sambascombe440]

@@fitzygolfpro definitely I’m a 25 handicap and had so many lessons I’m definitely improving but some of these simple tips just make things a lot easier this has made me realise that bogey golf would lower my handicap without trying so hard to make pars that most the time end in doubles or worse !

[@fitzygolfpro]

Welcome to the game of golf Sam and not the game of golf swing. Sure the golf swing is important but where most average golfers lose shots is on and around the green and making poor decisions. You will be down to 18 in no time. Brian.

[@kymstock1852]

Good advice again Brian. My issue is not sticking to my pre - shot routine. I use an acronym PAVFER. It stands for Plan, Aim, Visualize, Feel , Execute & Review. For any shot I like to think what is my purpose and how am I going to achieve it ( plan), then I like to have a small specific target, then I stand behind the shot line and visualize the shot, then take practice swing or three to feel the turf and feel the shot , with the target in mind then I execute the shot and finally watch it fly and think how did that go? what worked/ what didn't&why? If I get a bit off the game plan, I fall down at feeling the turf and my results vary ( hit it fat/ thin usually) If I can hit it by feel and not think too much it seem to work better. Having an intermediate point to hit the ball over helps me too.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thanks Kym I am glad the video resonated with you. Its sticking to our process and the game plan no matter what the situation. It sounds ridiculously simple but is really hard to implement. In general the less we think the better on a golf course. Thanks for watching Kym and keep up the great work. Brian

[@geoffcohen613]

Keep up the good golf Kym

[@mauriceochieng9202]

Super Master class by the Golf Doctor. With an all time low of 84 (courtesy of Brian vidtips) I am embarking on the next level with the additional tips from this video and will report back after implementation. Thank you my Golf Doctor.

[@fitzygolfpro]

That is fantastic Maurice congratulations. If you can shoot 84 a sub 80 is not far away. Hit an extra club into the green when hitting anything more than a 9 iron (ie instead of a 9 hit an 8). Work on getting the ball a little closer to the hole with your chip shots. Whatever you average distance to the hole is after you hit a chip just hit it 3 feet closer. Work on your putting distance control on putts of over 15 feet. These should go a long way to helping you. Keep me posted on your progress. Brian

[@kymstock1852]

@@geoffcohen613 Thanks Geoff. I am cross training while in Adelaide, using a half set of clubs I picked up for $90 plus a Driver from home. They are SGI hybrid -irons Tour Edge

[@groundcontrol9422]

Dynamite as always ..... thank you Brian ..... I confess I'm not a very good escape artist.. ! ... 😅 .... best regards ... John ...... 🇿🇦

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thanks John. I am glad you enjoyed it. Not many people are good at the great escape. Seve was the best I have soon but that Tiger guy wasn't too bad at it either. Stick to the 7/10. Brian

[@ultimateenergy-au]

Love your videos, great stuff

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thank you. I am glad you are enjoying my content. Brian

[@shamsuddinkassim441]

Excellent tips;thank you Uncle; let's go for a beer.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Glad you enjoyed it. Brian

[@jerrylaw263]

Your advice is fantastic.Thank you for your videos👍

[@fitzygolfpro]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching Jerry. Brian

[@patrickwire4282]

Good philosophy if you have a short game but those short chip shots you are making and knocking up next to the hole are my 2/10 shots. I am more likely to hit the green from 125-150 than touch shots.

[@fitzygolfpro]

I am curious Patrick. What club would you have used for the chip shot I played in this video?

[@jimmyn1357]

Great vid thanks bruv

[@fitzygolfpro]

Glad you enjoyed. Brian

[@topgunbass]

This plan will work to a certain point. Being a 90 shooter execution doesn't always go as planned. There might be holes where you do shoot a dbl or triple. I guess you can try and forget those.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thanks for watching. It’s just about eliminating as many double bogey and higher hold as you can. Bad shots happen at every level. We just need to limit the damage where we can.

[@handeyecoordinationskills]

Hi , this all sounds great but the bigger problem for me is that I sometimes chunk the ball , top it , slice it etc so I can't even take your tips on board because ny goal every time I play is to just bloody get a decent strike , this is the real world for me , I wish I could try what your suggesting When you were faced with that shot behind the bunker and the water , I would not have the confidence to go over over high like you did , I would have had to play across and extra safe , again it's all about the contact, I make decent contact about 50 percent of my shots , 35 percent is dodgy , other 15 percent is horrible and that's what destroys my card, , a good round for me is to break 90 which happens the odd time , cheers

[@fitzygolfpro]

It sounds like you need a golf lesson to improve your strike. Until then you can still follow my suggestions here as it will lower your golf score.

[@handeyecoordinationskills]

@@fitzygolfpro I'm 54 now and playing for 40yrs and still chunk 😩 I only play about 10 rounds a yr so it explains it I guess, I've had lessons but gradually the chunks and tops come back , my only aim is to strike it well, can't plan beyond it , having said that I shot an 83 recently and played out of my skin , I had only 3 chunks that day which was a new record for me so I was delighted , thanks for the advice and maybe when I reach 60 I'll be up to this challenge 😂

[@fitzygolfpro]

You play about as much as I do at the moment. 83 was a great score. You may have already seen this video but it might help or at least give you something to work on. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaKlgauFadSoZ8k

[@handeyecoordinationskills]

@@fitzygolfpro thanks , I'll have a look at that 👍

[@handeyecoordinationskills]

Hi Fitzy , I just looked at your video and I've never heard the simple term "fall back" on your shot I think that's what I maybe doing all these yrs , it's also possible I may be just dipping my knees down too much and hence catching the turf but you mentioned tennis players falling a bit back , I've played for yrs so that could be a factor Thanks again

[@fasteddie328]

With due respect, I wouldn't know if it is a 3/10 or a 7/10 unless I try it 10 times, no?

[@fitzygolfpro]

It’s called research Eddie. Just keep try and count your results. If it’s not 7 or higher you need to pick a different club or shot.

[@PNW_Sportbike_Life]

I broke 90 twice this year. I really thought I was making good progress after just starting back up in spring of ‘22 after a 25 year absence from the game. Sadly I’ll shoot low 40’s on different courses on the front, then fall apart on the back. The blow-up holes really ruin my game.

[@fitzygolfpro]

That’s pretty typical. Most golfers have 12 good to average holes. It’s the remaining 6 holes that make or break the round. The stuff I talk about in this video really adds up. Just work on one at a time and your scores will reduce.

[@PNW_Sportbike_Life]

@@fitzygolfpro I shall, and thank you for the response!

[@fitzygolfpro]

It's a pleasure.

[@pangayee]

I see, higher the handicapper the more chances he is going to take and at the end of the day he goes home with one great drive or the long putt he sank.

[@fitzygolfpro]

That is a pretty good summary Pangayee. And it is so easy to change. Just stay in your lane and play your game. Thanks for watching. Brian