Warming Up w/ Dylan Dethier

Warming Up with Jordan Spieth

Jordan Spieth’s mind is one of the most interesting places in golf, which made him a dream guest for ‘Warming Up.’ Why is 7-iron his favorite golf club? What version of his golf swing is he chasing? What’s in his swing DNA? What’s he thinking when he’s in jail? And, the most impossible question of all: What would happen if he turned his brain off?

Features
The “Go get that” moment at the ’17 Open, the last of Spieth’s three major wins.
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Warming Up with Jordan Spieth: Swing thoughts, ‘go get that’ story and much more

On this episode of Warming Up, Jordan Spieth compares his swing progress to smoking meats and explains the story behind ‘Go get that.’
Instruction
Chris Gotterup on the set of "Warming Up."

2 questions I wish I’d asked Chris Gotterup — plus 5 I actually did

Chris Gotterup is one of the hottest players in professional golf. So how does he do it? Here’s what he taught me — and where I whiffed.
Instruction
Jordan Spieth and Dylan Dethier in an episode of Warming Up.

Jordan Spieth taught me 10 lessons in 45 minutes. Here they are

Jordan Spieth covered everything from ‘How do you hit a draw’ to ‘How do you chase your former self’ in 45 fascinating, unforgettable minutes.
Instruction
louis oosthuizen ping

The 2 key fundamentals behind one of golf’s best ball strikers

Louis Oosthuizen has one of the smoothest swings in all of golf — and it all starts with proper setup and posture.
Instruction
Brooks Koepka "PGA" tip

1 thing Brooks Koepka focuses on in every range session

Brooks Koepka returns to the PGA Tour. Let’s revisit the ‘PGA’ tip he shared that can boost consistency on the range.
News
Louis Oosthuizen at the 2010 Open Championship.

Golf’s smoothest swing: 5 things Louis Oosthuizen taught me in 20 minutes

Golf’s smoothest mover, Louis Oosthuizen, knows some things have changed when it comes to the golf swing — but others are timeless.
Instruction
Joaquin Niemann striping on 'Warming Up'.

Joaquin Niemann’s surprising swing story (and 10 other things he taught me)

How’d Joaquin Niemann build his unique golf swing?! Chopping weeds and skipping stones, partly. He tells all on ‘Warming Up.’
Instruction
A close up of the shoes worn by LPGA golfer Nelly Korda as she warms up at the practice range on November 15, 2024, during the second round of the LPGA The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Florida.
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5 things to remember to improve your aim and alignment

Aim and alignment are two of the most important fundamentals in golf. Here are five things to remember to improve them.
Approach Shots
dom dijulia demonstrates finding the "slot" of your backswing with a training aid
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How finding the ‘slot’ in the backswing creates better ball striking

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Dom DiJulia explains how finding the “slot” in your backswing can help you become a better ball striker.
Instruction
Brian Manzella 3 steps for a great downswing
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3 critical steps for a great downswing

Want to master your downswing? This three-step approach can help you build a textbook swing. Just remember: drop it, twist it and throw it.
Instruction
Don't have tons of time for golf practice? GOLF Top 100 Teacher Ed Oldham shares a 30-ball drill that efficiently improves your game

6 things you should always — and never — practice

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Tom Patri shares six things you should always — and never — practice when you go to the range.
Instruction
close-up look at the grip of maja stark's grip

How a simple grip tweak fixed this LPGA winner’s worst miss

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joe Hallett explains how a simple grip tweak fixed Maja Stark’s worst miss with her irons.
Driving
golf.com editor zephyr melton at the top of his backswing on driving range

Want more clubhead speed? Remember these 3 keys

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Bernie Najar took me through a speed training boot camp to maximize my clubhead speed. Here are three key takeaways.
Instruction
golfer with blue pants takes club back
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5 considerations when learning how to grip the golf club

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Kellie Stenzel shares five considerations you should keep in mind when learning how to grip the golf club.
Driving
zephyr melton hits driver while jake morrow watches on / close-up of driver hosel

Why it’s important to adjust your driver to match your swing

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF.com gear editor Jake Morrow shows game-improvement editor Zephyr Melton how to adjust his driver.
Approach Shots
jeff smith demonstrates how to get proper forward shaft lean

Want more crisp iron shots? Try this forward shaft lean trick

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jeff Smith explains an easy trick that will help produce more forward shaft lean.
Putting
flagstick at at&t pebble beach pro-am blows in the wind

Fascinating video shows how wind affects your putts on the greens

In this edition of Play Smart, we look at a video from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Chris McCormick showing the role wind plays on putts.
Instruction
anthony kim hits golf balls on range with alignment sticks in front of him

The overlooked — and simple — key to Anthony Kim’s resurgence

In this edition of Play Smart, we discuss the deceptively simple swing tweak Anthony Kim made in his journey to winning LIV Adelaide.
Instruction
james hong sets up to a driver and sets up to an iron

1 huge mistake beginner golfers make with their drivers — and how to fix it

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Teacher to Watch James Hong explains a huge mistake he sees novice golfers make with their drivers.
Driving
zephyr melton explains alignment trick

Struggle with alignment off the tee? Try this simple aim hack

In this edition of Play Smart, game-improvement editor Zephyr Melton explains a simple trick to ensure perfect aim off the tee.
Driving
tiger woods hits drive during the 2024 masters

Hitting longer drives starts with understanding this key concept

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Josh Zander explains how using your lead leg as a “brake” helps generate more power.
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
golfer hits shot from bunker with sun shining through the trees in background
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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
motion analysis from proscreen with student next to it
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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.
Instruction
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.
Instruction
golfer in yellow shirts celebrates on 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
A close up of the shoes worn by LPGA golfer Nelly Korda as she warms up at the practice range on November 15, 2024, during the second round of the LPGA The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Florida.
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5 things to remember to improve your aim and alignment

Aim and alignment are two of the most important fundamentals in golf. Here are five things to remember to improve them.
Instruction
scottie scheffler swings during players championship in 2025 and 2026

What’s wrong with Scottie Scheffler? Brandel Chamblee has a theory

Brandel Chamblee thinks that the cause of Scottie Scheffler’s recent struggles can be traced to some key differences in his swing.
Approach Shots
dom dijulia demonstrates finding the "slot" of your backswing with a training aid
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How finding the ‘slot’ in the backswing creates better ball striking

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Dom DiJulia explains how finding the “slot” in your backswing can help you become a better ball striker.
Putting
Cam Smith hits a putt on the 15th green on day one of the Crown Australian Open 2025 at The Royal Melbourne Golf Club

Former Players champ has a simple trick for making more putts

Cam Smith, 2022 Players Champion, relies on this simple strategy before every putt. Learn how visualization can help you make clutch putts.
Instruction
Brian Manzella 3 steps for a great downswing
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3 critical steps for a great downswing

Want to master your downswing? This three-step approach can help you build a textbook swing. Just remember: drop it, twist it and throw it.
Driving
zephyr melton hits driver while jake morrow watches on / close-up of driver hosel

Why it’s important to adjust your driver to match your swing

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF.com gear editor Jake Morrow shows game-improvement editor Zephyr Melton how to adjust his driver.
Instruction
golf club and golf ball on green hitting mat
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Why practicing off mats might be hurting your swing

Practicing off mats is better than no practice at all. But if you want to make sure it’s productive, you have to be vigilant. Here’s how.

Latest Instruction Videos

Why is shaft lean so important for solid ball-striking?

If you want to hit better iron shots, forward shaft lean is crucial. GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jeff Smith shows Zephyr Melton a simple adjustment that will help with your iron shots.

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.

Warming Up with Jordan Spieth

Jordan Spieth’s mind is one of the most interesting places in golf, which made him a dream guest for ‘Warming Up.’ Why is 7-iron his favorite golf club? What version of his golf swing is he chasing? What’s in his swing DNA? What’s he thinking when he’s in jail? And, the most impossible question of all: What would happen if he turned his brain off?

Why is shaft lean so important for solid ball-striking?

If you want to hit better iron shots, forward shaft lean is crucial. GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jeff Smith shows Zephyr Melton a simple adjustment that will help with your iron shots.

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