Think Above Par

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Golf #31

If you are a serious golfer who feels like you underperform on the course, Think Above Par is for you. It is frustrating to know you have more talent than you take to the course. And your host, Kathy Hart Wood, gets it. She combines her experience as a former tour player and Top 50 Teacher with her knowledge and insight as a Certified Mental Coach to help you unleash all your talent. She shows you how to think Above Par so you can play below par. 

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Recent Reviews
  • Icontnamecot
    The Perfect Amount of Information
    I love listening to Kathy’s podcasts. She has great topics that pertain to all levels of golfers. As a fellow teaching professional I am always trying to express some of her insights to my own students. She gives great information that I can share with them. I love that they are less than 15-20 minutes long as well. (I can only focus that long anymore ) I only wish I had had something like this to help me when I was a younger player it would have made a huge difference in my game. It actually has me playing better now than I ever have. Keep Up the good work Kathy. I’m spreading your words of wisdom and your podcast to all my members.
  • Inspire Success
    Great mental tips!
    Kathy is a wealth of knowledge on the mental side of golf! Her content will help you succeed on & off the course. Keep up the great work
  • katienu
    So much more than golf
    “You only have one brain”. I say this to myself all the time now- I realize that the way I approach golf is how I approach a lot of things in life. Thank you Kathy!!
  • Theccbaker
    Love All Episodes
    Once I found Kathy’s podcast I listened to all the earlier episodes and it really help my mental game! Now I look forward to each Wednesday to listen to the latest advice.
  • happiereview
    So helpful
    Listening to Kathy’s podcasts have been as helpful or even more helpful than my lessons and equipment upgrades. I am an older golfer and have been playing about 5 years. I have learned to be aware of my focus, help to calm myself before teeing off and generally feeling good and bringing “my best self” to the course. I started posting scores this year for a handicap and I use it as a tracking tool without being overly focused on a number. Great stuff!!
  • tthymius
    This podcast transcends golf!
    Every week Kathy delivers sage wisdom that can be applied not only to golf but life. Above Par is a must for everyone that wants to level up their mental game
  • MPfromOP
    Results from listening
    I have enjoyed listening to Kathy this summer and every aspect of my game has improved. She has a great delivery with wit and wisdom in every episode.
  • Flaghuntersgolfpod
    A Must !
    Finally SOMEONE is addressing the Elephant in the room ! Kathy has taken her expertise and created a great teaching platform to help folks not only get better at Golf, also in life ! I highly recommend !
  • LoriSportsMom
    General comments
    I have been catching up and started with the 1st podcast. It’s been incredible for my mental state! I can’t wait to really put it into practice. I have noticed all kinds of things about how my mind is impacting my golf game and my life in general!
  • Melissagin
    Discovery Call
    I just finished my discovery call with Kathy and I want to go out and play right now! She really helped me dial in some better thoughts to improve my feelings around my game as well as in other areas of my life. She also offered practical tips for working on shots where I’ve been struggling. By far, the best golf and overall life podcast out there! Thanks Kathy!!
  • RyGuy2507
    Best golf podcast I’ve listened to yet.
    I’ve listened to 4 different golf podcasts now.. and Kathy’s has ade the most improvements to my game BY FAR
  • lefty from jersey
    Kathy rocks
    Not only does she give great golf advice, she is just wonderful to talk to.. down to earth, smart and great sense of humor.. If you have a golf problem…such as..you criticize yourself as you walk up to hit your shot…you believe your round is doomed if you hit a double bogie the first hole..or you can’t seem to play well in competition… kathy will fix your faulty thinking… and your enjoyment of golf will take off!!!
  • jdgnyc
    Direct guidance that’s easy to understand
    Great podcast. I find myself looking forward to next next episode. I love that she’s direct and straight forward with her advice. I feel like she’s telling me as a friend all the things she did to improve her game. I can see these tips being super helpful off the course too.
  • jmq7
    Amazing!
    Oh my gosh! I love this! Kathy has a very soothing voice and a great delivery. PLUS she combines mindset with technical tips = gold! Golf is all about mindset. You can’t play well if your thinking is off - and she combines the skill and mindset effortlessly.
  • Michelle Braswell
    Combination of mindset golf = gold!
    I love the way she combines mindset with the game of golf. I haven’t played in years, but she’s making me want to pick up a club and is motivating me in life at the same time! ❤️
  • rwould5
    FANTASTIC!!!
    This podcast helps me mentally prepare for the game and improve on my performance. Amazing advice and Kathy is so fun to listen to!!
  • Mlremmes
    Exactly what I need to hear!
    Kathy is the best at the game of golf and she’s even better at the mental side of the game...the most important part. I love how she gets inside my head and helps me understand not only what to do but how I can think in a way that makes be a better golfer and a better person!
  • kjkfisher
    Outstanding!!
    Kathy is outstanding at helping you overcome your biggest mental obstacles if the game. I have takeaways I listen to her!
  • rihan2
    Great for beginner golfers
    Kathy helps you understand how to not let fear hold you as you begin a new sport. Looking forward to the next podcast!
  • Kristiane C.
    So interesting!
    I’m new to this topic, and find it really interesting. Can’t wait to discover more.😍
  • jd74652
    Invaluable
    Teaching me how to “get out of my own way.”
  • Circle_Change
    Listen to Kathy!
    Golfers...this is what you need. Kathy is the perfect blend of personal experience as a player, knowledge of how our brains work, and raw honesty (she won’t sugar coat it). If you’re serious about getting better on and off the course, start here.
  • Momsense
    Phenomenal advice!
    Kathy has an amazing knack to say what needs to be said! Such a great podcast!
  • MS3316
    Finally!
    This is exactly what I needed!!
  • Mikethegolfer1
    Mike
    Kathy you are so right I continue to get in my own way. Look forward to learning more
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