Golf STRONG Podcast

Episode 27 tee's off with a quick round up of the first 2 majors of the year before delving into the World Handicap System and the issues surrounding it. 

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It's the greatest sporting week of the year! For episode 26, The Masters takes the centre stage. The favourites, dark horses, Rory's chances and more are all discussed! 

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We kick off with a quick nod to Ludvig Åberg’s latest win, but the real focus this week is on the brutal challenge of making it to the pro ranks. Peter breaks down why aspiring golfers need to understand the uphill battle sooner rather than later—and what it really takes to succeed at the highest level.

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Our latest episode focuses on the benefits of daily movement, how you can add it in and what might help to improve your consistency. Thanks for listening.

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We're back! 

For our first episode of 2025, Billy delves into the month of January at Golf STRONG and what we've bene up to. 

He also touches on our next wellness trip to Quinta Do Lago in March. Limited spaces remain for this! 
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We were delighted to welcome Ronan McNamara of the Irish Golfer Team to Douglas Golf Club this week.

Peter and Ronan sat down to chat about Golf STRONG, winter training, the services we offer and who we cater for at our studios in Hermitage and Douglas. 

Along with this, other topics that are delved into include speed work and who should be doing it, structured practice, the programmes available on the Golf STRONG App. 

Our goal at Golf STRONG is for everyone , regardless of ability & training age to get moving, boost their fitness, we...

The (timely) focus of Episode 21 is Q-School. 

Given that many golf fans may not know the stages that are involved Peter takes us through it all today while offering his advice to anyone who has their sights set on it.

Peter tells us about his experiences and what he learned from attending Q-School a number of times and also if he would change his approach. 

Best of luck to the Irish contingent competing today in the final round! Go well men!

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For Episode 20, Peter is joined by Keith Egan on the final day of Octobers Golf & Wellness Trip to Quinta do Lago. 

They chat through the structure of the trip, what the group got up to on a daily basis and what they took from it too. 

We have our next Golf & Wellness Trip scheduled for March 2025, so be sure to let us know if you are interested in joining us for what promises to be a brilliant experience. 

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Peter is back and for Episode 19 the North of Ireland in Portrush features. From the conditions to errors to club choice, he gets through it all. 

Peter also gets to answer some of your questions he received on instagram. 

These questions varied from playing under pressure, to wedge shot swing thoughts to structuring practice. Thank you and please keep them coming!

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With Peter competing at the North of Ireland this week in Portrush, Billy chats through the importance of strength training and how it can benefit you both on and off the course. 

He also gives some information of everything that is happening at Golf STRONG over the next few months so be sure to reach out today to see how you can get involved. 

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The BMW PGA Championship tees off next week. As the flagship event for the DP Tour, it's always an exciting tournament with a stacked field. 

Peter played there last week, so no time like the present to chat through a few of the holes and hear all about the golf club itself , which lived up to the hype! 

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The topic of speed has gathered a lot of attention in recent times. 

With one eye on the off season, for episode 16 we get into the broad topic that of speed. 

We address areas such as at what point should golfers be training for speed, potential  issues with chasing speed and when it comes to maximising performance - why it’s ball speed that is a more important metric than club head speed…

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Fresh from victory at the Irish Mid Am in Tipperary Golf Club, Peter looks back on last weekend at takes us through his preparation and performances that resulted in taking home his 6th National Title. 

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We have one eye on the off season…however there is still time to make the most of the next few weeks before we’re back to placing and counting stops. 

For episode 14, along with having a catch up on Peters season run in and how he’ll approach it, we chat how you can finish the season on a high, and how patience is a skill.

We also chat about the habit that is ‘not scoring’ and a small bit about our next Golf & Wellness trip to Quinta do Lago. 
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With Peter away in Spain enjoying the finer things in life, Billy took the reigns and chats through what one can expect from the Golf STRONG Programmes. 

After giving a small bit about his background and touching on the importance of consistent training, he provides a breakdown of the Golf STRONG App and the programmes that are available in it. 

If you have any queries, get in touch! We are here to help you 'improve your game from the palm of your hand!'
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Our Golf & Wellness trip to Quinta do Lago is just around the corner. In October to finish out the season, we'll head to Portugal for 4 days for great weather and golf and fitness. 

In this episode, we chat through the trip and talk about what one can expect from the experience. 

To begin though, Peter chats about his weekend and getting some work done on the beaches of The Kingdom!
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After a busy weekend of golf both in Troon & closer to home in Hermitage Golf Club, it's time for a recap! 

Peter chats through the carnage at The Open and another spectacular win for Xander whilst also analysing his own game and chatting about how he can build on some slight momentum gained over 2 rounds on Saturday. 

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It's hard to believe the final major of the year is upon us! Let's make it a good one. 

Today, we delve into Peter's insights on links courses and how he prepares for competing on them. Along with this, Peter gives his thoughts on what makes a great links course. He also provides some tips for this years Open Championship in Troon. 

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It’s a common topic in the golf world, and tends to split opinions. I this episode Peter elaborates on his thoughts on this that he made clear in Episode 7 which was followed up with some messages and comments from people who were on the fence, and others who were certainly on the same side as Peter. 

In any sense, Peter chats through the piece of advice that is heard all too often here. He also talks about the Scratch Cup and Xanders win in Valhalla. 

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After competing at the Irish Amateur Open Championship in Sligo last week, Peter O'Keeffe & Keith Egan sit down to talk about the tournament itself, their performances and what they learned as they move towards the East of Ireland in June. 

They also look back at the Munster Stroke Play and Peter gives an update of how he feels his swing change is developing and ho he achieves calmness on the course. With the Douglas Scratch Cup teeing up this weekend, the lads talk about how playing tournaments at their home course can be a great examination. 

Fresh from the Munster Stroke Championship, Peter goes through the competition from his perspective. He talks about what went well, and what didn’t go so well…

Peter chats through the mental side of the game and where he felt he struggled last weekend, and what he’ll look to improve on this week in the lead up to the Irish Am that tee’s off in Co. Sligo!

Along with touching on why you need to ignore the ‘swing your swing’ tip…Peter looks back at his Rocky style golf camps which he...

The Munster Stroke Play Championship tees off on May 4th at Cork Golf Club. 

After a slight recap on the Masters tournament, Peter chats all about his training and preparation in the lead up. This includes tweaks he's currently making to his swing, in which he goes into detail here. 


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Here we go! The Masters is upon us and we are excited. 

For Episode 5, the Golf STRONG team sit down and discuss the tournament. Peter & Keith share their favourite memories, what makes it special for them, who the smart money is on and much more!

The lads Masters knowledge is seriously put to the test too, with the loser being rewarded with a forfeit that is tbc. 

Peter and Keith also tell us what's on the menu for their Champions Dinner, if they ever do get to don the infamous green jacket.

Welcome to Episode 4 of the Golf STRONG Podcast. Peter sits down with The Best of the West of Ireland - Keith Egan, who was victorious last week after putting in top class performances to come out on top. Congratulations Keith!

During their chat, Peter and Keith discuss preparation, mindset, the field and the finer details, which may prove crucial with the upcoming Irish Amateur Open championship, returning to Sligo in a few weeks time!

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Another championship in the bank, and unfortunately it wasn't to be for Peter this time round. However, with a long summer ahead, Peter draws on the positives and took a lot of learnings from this years West of Ireland Championship. 

Peter talks through his rounds and chats through what he'll take with him into his preparation for his next competition. As hungry as ever, it's exciting to have the ball rolling on the 2024 season! 

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It’s a tournament steeped in history and also one which has been won by Padraig Harrington, Shane Lowry & Rory McIlroy (back to back) over the years.

Peter sits down and chats all about the tournament that he has been competing in since he was a teenager. He goes through his memories from the course, certain holes to watch out for and also his preparation leading into the event. 

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Welcome to the Golf STRONG Podcast…we’re Live!

It’s been a long time coming. For Episode 1 of the Golf STRONG Podcast, Founder Peter O’Keeffe chats to co-host Billy O’Regan about the story behind the brand. 

Peter takes us back to how he came across the game that has taken him on an amazing journey, from hitting balls with a wooden driver to teeing it up on the Challenge tour!

He talks about growing up on a golf course and how the environment has shaped his playing style, his entrepr...