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How to Transfer Your Range Game to the Golf Course

Kathy Hart Wood Episode 272

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Ever stripe it on the range… and then completely lose it on the first tee?

Yeah. We’re talking about that golfer today.

In this episode, I’m breaking down why your golf swing isn’t the problem—even when it really feels like it is. The truth? The range and the golf course are two totally different mental environments, and your brain responds to each one whether you like it or not.

We’re diving into why your brain shifts into “protect mode” on the course, how that creates tension, overthinking, and those “where did my swing go?” moments—and why trying to “stay positive” isn’t the fix.

I’ll also walk you through what actually does help: building a simple, repeatable mental process so you can bring your range game to the course without chasing swing thoughts or spiraling after bad shots.

If you’ve ever felt like a completely different golfer once the scorecard comes out, this episode is for you.

Let’s close that gap.

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