Warming Up w/ Dylan Dethier

Masters Secrets: 7 Major Champs Reveal Augusta National Prep

As golf fans we LOVE talking about the Masters. We LOVE talking about Augusta National. But guess what: Top pros do, too. We’ve noticed while filming episodes of Warming Up that everyone lights up when the Masters comes up.

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brooks koepka tees off on the 12th hole at augusta national

Unlocking Masters secrets: 7 major champs dish on Augusta prep

How do some of the game’s top players prep for the Masters? We asked a handful for their tips and tricks around Augusta National.
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Ludvig Åberg and our author, Dylan Dethier.

Ludvig Åberg taught me 10 lessons in 30 minutes. Here they are

Ludvig Åberg dropped knowledge on name pronunciation, caddie meetings, shot shapes, 7-woods, his favorite drill and more on Warming Up.
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Nicolai and Rasmus Hojgaard on the driving range at Panther National.

Golf’s best twins taught me 10 lessons in an hour — here they are

Nicolai and Rasmus Højgaard, the top twins in golf, are big-hitting, trash-talking Ryder Cup hopefuls. Here are 10 things they taught me.
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lee Trevino smiles on the golf course

The hardest shot in golf? Lee Trevino’s nomination will surprise you

Lee Trevino joined GOLF’s “Warming Up” and dished on a handful of tips, including what he thinks is the most difficult shot in golf.
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Lee Trevino on Warming Up

Lee Trevino taught me 10 lessons in 38 minutes. Here they are

Lee Trevino insisted he wouldn’t spill any secrets. He couldn’t help himself. On “Warming Up,” Trevino fixes your chipping. Your mind, too.
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Xander Schauffele Warming Up

Xander Schauffele taught me 10 lessons in an hour. Here they are

Want to win two majors in one season? Xander Schauffele’s 10 secrets to success seem like a good place to start.
Instruction
Shane Lowry on Warming Up with Dylan Dethier.

Here’s why Shane Lowry says the range can be a ‘dangerous place’

On the latest episode of Warming Up with Dylan Dethier, Shane Lowry explains the different mindsets for the range and the golf course.
Approach Shots
Max Homa pitching from a wet lie

The 4 keys for pitching off wet lies

A top teacher reveals the setup and swing adjustments you need to make to achieve clean contact from wet lies.
Approach Shots
joe plecker demonstrates how to find the center of your stance
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Find the center of your stance for better contact with your irons

Finding the true center of your stance will help you hit better shots with your irons. GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joe Plecker shows you how.
Driving
5 keys for longer, straighter drives
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5 keys for longer, straighter drives

Want to find the fairway more often this season, and even pick up a few yards? These five driving tips can help.
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rory mcilroy stares into the distance during the 2025 masters tournament
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5 tips for managing your nerves under pressure on the golf course

Getting nervous on the golf course is a common occurrence. Here are five tips for managing those nerves during your round.
Instruction
A man tees off on a golf course

How should you determine which tee box to play from?

How should you determine which tee box to play from? A panel of GOLF Top 100 Teachers discuss their tactics.
Short Game
rory mcilroy hits a wedge during the 2025 masters tournament
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4 keys for hitting your wedges like Rory McIlroy

Hitting your wedges like the pros isn’t easy, but there are still things you can learn. Here’s how to wedge it close like Rory McIlroy.
Driving
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Busting 5 myths about how to generate power in the golf swing

Bernie Najar tackles five of the biggest power myths and give you swing advice that will help your amp up your ball speed this season.
Instruction
scottie scheffler hits balls on the range at the 2025 pga championship while randy smith watches

The best advice Scottie Scheffler ever received — and why it works

In today’s edition of Play Smart, we hear key piece of advice Scottie Scheffler’s coach Randy Smith gave the three-time major winner.
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golfer swings golf club / golf ball with mud on one side

Those mud balls at the PGA? Here’s why the pros detest them

For this edition of Play Smart, we ran a quick test to see how mud on the golf ball affects the ball flight.
Putting
a golfer in a blue shirt crouches down to read a putt on a green

Why this common putting strategy is actually the ‘worst advice in golf’

In today’s edition of Play Smart, we look at why aiming to never leave a putt short is actually terrible advice.
Driving
jordan spieth points to the right during the 2014 ryder cup

Improve this key skill if you want to shoot lower scores

In today’s edition of Play Smart, we look at a huge mistake high-handicaps make according to the Arccos annual Driving Distance Report.
Driving
Smooth out your swing with Rose Zhang’s tempo keys

How Rose Zhang’s simple tempo keys improved my swing

Rose Zhang’s buttery tempo is a model for which all golfers should strive. Here’s how she swings seemingly with such effortlessness.
Putting
man demonstrates how putts of different speed break differently

Fascinating video shows why speed is so important for making putts

In this edition of Play Smart, we look at a video that shows how much speed can affect the line on your putts.
Instruction
driver teed up with golf ball on tee

Why proper ball position is so important in the golf swing

In today’s edition of Play Smart, GOLF Teacher to Watch Christy Longfield explains the importance of consistent ball position.
Approach Shots
joe plecker demonstrates how to find the center of your stance
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Find the center of your stance for better contact with your irons

Finding the true center of your stance will help you hit better shots with your irons. GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joe Plecker shows you how.
Instruction
golfer hits shot out of fairway bunker
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6 shots amateurs never practice — but they should

There are a number of shots that amateur golfers never practice. Here are six from Top 100 Teacher Tom Stickney that will help your game.
Bunker Shots
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This common mistake kills your bunker game. Here’s how to fix it

Having trouble escaping the sand? You might be hitting too far behind the ball in the bunker. Here’s how to fix that flaw.
Fitness
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How high-tech mobility analysis diagnosed this golfer’s swing flaws

In this edition of Shaving Strokes, Top 100 Teacher Tom Stickney explains how he used Proscreen AI to help diagnose a student’s flaws.
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One move great players make around the greens
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This sneaky ‘toe tap’ move will improve your chipping instantly

Want to boost your short game? This simple drill will teach you to properly shift your pressure on delicate wedge shots around the green.
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Simple course-management tips for breaking 100, 90, 80 and par

Want to break through a scoring barrier this season? Follow these simple tips from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joey Wuertemberger.
Driving
aldrich potgieter hits a tee shot

Want to hit longer drives? Use this drill to increase your attack angle

Hitting longer drives can be achieved by increasing your attack angle. Here’s an easy drill to practice that.
Instruction
scottie scheffler hits balls on the range at the 2025 pga championship while randy smith watches

The best advice Scottie Scheffler ever received — and why it works

In today’s edition of Play Smart, we hear key piece of advice Scottie Scheffler’s coach Randy Smith gave the three-time major winner.
Instruction
golf instructor shows student how to properly grip the golf club

A clever (& legal!) trick to check your grip during the round

Use this trick from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Debbie Doniger to make sure your grip is perfect throughout your round.
Bunker Shots
Drew Stoltz bunker tip for Emergency 9 series

Drew Stoltz’s favorite bunker trick to fool your unsuspecting buddies

In this week’s episode of Emergency 9, Subpar co-host Drew Stoltz explains how to stealthily employ a hand wedge to fool your friends.
Instruction
The mental habits that win major championships

The mental habits that win major championships

Trying to break a personal best or win your club championship? These proven mental strategies can help you build a “major champion mindset.”
Short Game
How to chip with your hybrid, a step-by-step guide

A step-by-step guide to chip with your hybrid

One of the best short game shots you can have in the bag this season is a hybrid chip. Here’s a quick step-by-step guide for hitting it.
Approach Shots
5 keys for scoring from the rough
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5 keys for scoring from the rough

To help you navigate difficult lies successfully, here are five keys that will help you score from even the toughest rough.
Bunker Shots
Golfer in orange shirt hits a bunker shot on a golf course.

One simple key for hitting high, soft-landing bunker shots

Want to master the high, soft bunker shot? The key isn’t to make some elaborate swing change. All you need is one simple setup adjustment. 

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What is the correct ball position for each club

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Debbie Doniger explains and shows GOLF’s Zephyr Melton the correct ball position for each club in order to hit the ball better.

Crazy hooks and slices with Bubba Watson | Pros Teaching Joes

Master’s Champion Bubba Watson is the king of hitting massive hooks and slices, working the ball in any direction he desires. But can he help us do the same thing? Sean Zak finds out.

This tip will help your warmups be more effective and enhance your range practice

Bridges Cup competitor Jonathan Bale shows golf analyst and coach Simon Holmes a great stretch to do before warming up on the range. He also explains what you should be doing before you arrive to the course for the most effective warmup.

Masters Secrets: 7 Major Champs Reveal Augusta National Prep

As golf fans we LOVE talking about the Masters. We LOVE talking about Augusta National. But guess what: Top pros do, too. We’ve noticed while filming episodes of Warming Up that everyone lights up when the Masters comes up.

What is the correct ball position for each club

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Debbie Doniger explains and shows GOLF’s Zephyr Melton the correct ball position for each club in order to hit the ball better.

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