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Happy New Year to all of you dearly beloved GYH community members. Let’s make 2025 the year in which we all Golf ourselves healthy!

Ahead of Season 3 of the GYH Podcast beginning on Monday 20 January, I am here to tell you more about some of the great guests and themes we have in store for you, as well as a reminder of why the GYH Substack Community is the place to be…

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Golf Yourself Healthy

01:21 Season Three Preview

03:41 Joining the GYH Substack Community

07:03 Exclusive Content and Benefits

10:21 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

Danny Clark, founder of Florio Golf, understands that talking about mental health isn’t always easy—especially if you’re someone who tends to keep things to yourself. As a former competitive golfer who’s faced his own mental health challenges, Danny discovered that golf became more than just a scorecard; it turned into a way to unwind, reflect, and enjoy genuine conversations without the usual pressure.

Florio Golf was born from a simple idea: to make mental health a regular part of the conversation in golf. The goal is to break the stigma by creating a space where golfers can talk openly, check in with each other, and feel supported, without turning every round into a therapy session.

In final episode of Season 2 of the GYH podcast, Kris and Danny get into all things Golf, Mental Health and much more.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

04:57 Danny's Journey in Golf: From Germany to the US

06:58 Cultural Perspectives on Golf: Germany, US, and UK

09:40 Evolving Mindset: From Competitive Golf to Enjoyment

12:31 Balancing Golf and Content Creation: A Personal Challenge

15:09 The Birth of Florio Golf: A New Mental Health Initiative

17:13 Facing Mental Health Challenges: Danny's Story

19:51 The Impact of Environment on Mental Health

22:10 Breaking the Stigma: Opening Up About Mental Health

23:24 Florio Golf: Creating a Supportive Community

29:20 Golf as a Medium for Connection

32:49 The Therapeutic Benefits of Golf

35:45 Personal Growth Through Golf

41:21 Navigating Competition and Mental Health

42:57 The Joys and Challenges of Fatherhood

48:10 Pursuing Passion Over Financial Security

📚Episode links and resources

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Florio Golf Instagram

As newcomers, Golfing environments can sometimes feel foreboding and intimidating…

So much so that it’s easy to convince ourselves we don’t belong there. However, with a bit of self-belief and the right role models to look up to, we can soon feel right at home in Golf…

This week’s GYH Podcast guest is Genelle Aldred, an experienced Broadcast Journalist and Communications Consultant, who combines her professional expertise with a love for Golf.

In January 2023, Genelle wrote about her Golfing journey in The Observer, a piece which was described by the R&A as a “love letter to Golf”. Since then, she written extensively for Golf media publications, documenting her own playing experiences, as well as advocating for Diversity and Inclusion.

After playing 9 holes of Golf at the picturesque Essendon Country Club, Kris and Genelle sat down for a wide ranging conversation, covering various themes including:

👉🏻 Why everyone should feel like they belong in Golf

👉🏻 How to show up confidently in Golf and in life

👉🏻 How privately owned Golf clubs like Essendon Country Club are leading the way in exceptional customer experience

👉🏻 Why Golf could benefit from thinking “outside of the box” to attract more newcomers

👉🏻 The challenges for Golf influencers face in preserving good mental health and enjoyment from the game

📚Episode links and resources

GYH Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/golfyourselfhealthy/profilecard/?igsh=MTdkZ203cnhiNjA2MQ==

GYH feature article in PGA Golf Business Quarterly: https://www.gbqdigital.com/features/inspiration-golf-yourself-healthy

Genelle Aldred feature article in The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2023/jan/07/how-golf-got-its-swing-back-ignore-the-stereotypes-anyone-can-enjoy-the-sport

Genelle Aldred Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasingthecut?igsh=MXJkNXg4eDlnaGhkMQ==

As newcomers, Golfing environments can sometimes feel foreboding and intimidating, so much so that it’s easy to convince ourselves we don’t belong there. However, with a bit of self-belief and the right role models to look up to, we can soon feel right at home in Golf…

This week’s guest is Genelle Aldred, an experienced Broadcast Journalist and Communications Consultant, who combines her professional expertise with a love for Golf.

In January 2023, Genelle wrote about her Golfing journey in The Observer, a piece which was described by the R&A as a “love letter to Golf”. Since then, she has written extensively for Golf media publications, documenting her own playing experiences, as well as advocating for Diversity and Inclusion.

After playing 9 holes of Golf at the picturesque Essendon Country Club, Kris and Genelle sat down for a wide ranging conversation, covering various themes including:

👉🏻 Why everyone should feel like they belong in Golf

👉🏻 How to show up confidently in Golf and in life

👉🏻 How privately owned Golf clubs like Essendon Country Club are leading the way in exceptional customer experience

👉🏻 Why Golf could benefit from thinking “outside of the box” to attract more newcomers

👉🏻 The challenges which Golf influencers face in preserving good mental health and enjoyment from the game

🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Join the GYH Community - https://www.golfyourselfhealthy.com/community

📚Episode links and resources

https://www.gbqdigital.com/features/inspiration-golf-yourself-healthy?dm_i=4RU1,Z08I,5VJQSS,4IM5A,1

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2023/jan/07/how-golf-got-its-swing-back-ignore-the-stereotypes-anyone-can-enjoy-the-sport

https://www.instagram.com/genellealdred?igsh=em13bmI1OXBydWpo

In this heartfelt solo episode, Kris anticipates the birth of his daughter and shares his hopes for the forthcoming parenting journey. Looking back on the passing of his son in 2023 and the lessons which both Golf and grief have taught him, he also offers a few heartfelt, yet humourous anecdotes about how his obsession with the game hindered his better judgement, when it came to preparing for Innes' funeral.

Finally, reflecting on our most recent guest episode with Dr Ian Peek - in which we discussed the role of parents in introducing our children to Golf and encouraging participation on their terms - Kris also invites you, the GYH Community members, to share your own experiences of how you've introduced your children or wider family to the beautiful game.

📧 Get in touch on e-mail

kris@golfyourselfhealthy.com

📚Episode links and resources

https://www.golfyourselfhealthy.com/journal/innes-lynch

https://youtu.be/5AuQ2SABOgM

Mental Health matters, whether you’re an everyday Golfer, or a professional playing at the highest level. That is a view held not only by ourselves here at GYH, but also by this week’s guest, Dr Ian Peek.

Ian is a Master PGA Professional - a recognition of excellence which the PGA bestows on only a select few members - who recently completed a PhD in Social Psychology, examining the mental health challenges faced by some of the world's best golfers.

As part of his research, he interviewed 16 tour professionals, including Ryder Cup players and past champions on the DP World Tour. In his findings, it transpired that 50% of the players cited long-term depression and anxiety, with some even experiencing it whilst operating at the highest level of the game.

In a far-reaching conversation, Kris and Ian explore:

👉🏻 How are attitudes towards and discussions about Mental Health evolving within Golf?

👉🏻 How can we get enjoyment from Golf, whilst still striving for high performance?

👉🏻 How can club golfers set effective and realistic goals to improve their game?

👉🏻 What role do parents play in supporting young athletes?

00:00 Episode Intro

02:00 Introducing Ian Peek: Master PGA Professional

05:48 The Challenges of Elite Golfers

06:22 Balancing Social and Competitive Golf

17:44 Insights from Ian's PhD Research

20:02 Mental Health and Performance in Professional Golf

33:07 The Struggles of Admitting Defeat

33:47 Grieving in the Public Eye

34:42 The Role of Managers in Mental Health

37:09 Generational Perspectives on Mental Health

38:53 Changing Attitudes in Professional Golf

39:36 Personal Experiences with Anxiety

50:19 The Importance of Realistic Goal Setting

53:08 Encouraging Children in Sports

❓About the Show:

At Golf Yourself Healthy, we believe that Golf is Good for you. Through the power of Storytelling, the GYH Podcast invites guests from a wide range of backgrounds - including Golf professionals, health practitioners, influencers and public figures - to discuss how Golf can positively impact our Health and Wellbeing.

🔗 Website

www.golfyourselfhealthy.com

📧 Get in touch on e-mail

kris@golfyourselfhealthy.com

🔎 Follow us on Social Media

instagram.com/golfyourselfhealthy

📚Episode links and resources

https://www.pga.info/news/pga-pro-peek-driving-a-better-understanding-of-mental-illness-with-phd-study/

https://www.pga.info/news/peek-awarded-top-pga-honour/

https://www.tandpcoaching.com/

https://www.instagram.com/drianpeekcoaching?igsh=OW5md20wN21xMjk5

Golf is everyone's game, but for everyone to feel comfortable in Golf, it needs positive role models and the right culture to make it happen.

Enter Jordan Ryan, a PGA qualified Golf coach who teaches out of Parc Golf Club in Newport, South Wales. Having started playing Golf at age 12, Jordan went on to represent Wales in elite competitions and also played on the LET Access Tour, before more recently finding fulfilment in coaching. Jordan discusses the importance of inclusivity in golf, highlighting her role in creating a welcoming culture and her initiative in running successful beginner classes, especially for women.

Key episode chapters and talking points include:

00:00 Breaking Stereotypes in Golf

00:49 Welcome to Golf Yourself Healthy

02:07 Introducing Jordan Ryan

04:41 Jordan's Journey in Golf

07:34 Transition to Professional Golf

14:05 Life Lessons from Golf

19:54 Coaching and Inclusivity

25:20 Breaking Down Golf's Uncomfortable History

25:42 The Importance of Gender-Specific Golf Groups

27:44 Golf's Social Benefits: A Personal Story

30:57 The Eagle Has Landed: Memorable Golf Shots

35:30 Becoming Wales Girls' Captain: A New Role

42:40 Inclusivity in Golf: Dress Codes and Community Initiatives

52:20 Final Thoughts and Reflections

❓About the Show:

At Golf Yourself Healthy, we believe that Golf is Good for you. Through the power of Storytelling, the GYH Podcast invites guests from a wide range of backgrounds - including Golf professionals, health practitioners, influencers and public figures - to discuss how Golf can positively impact our Health and Wellbeing. This serves our mission of improving the diversity and accessibility of the game for both current and future generations of Golfers.

🔗 Website

www.golfyourselfhealthy.com

📧 Get in touch on e-mail

kris@golfyourselfhealthy.com

🔎 Follow us on Social Media

instagram.com/golfyourselfhealthy

📚Episode links and resources

https://www.instagram.com/jordaaanryan?igsh=MTJtdjA5aDVwcXk2aw==

https://womenandgolf.com/news/new-captains-louise-and-jordan-break-the-mould

Are you “Fit for Golf”? Or is your fitness the thing which is actually holding you back from being the best Golfer you can be?

This week’s guest is Ed Voss, a Chartered Physiotherapist and Golf Fitness specialist, who is on a mission to help Golfers achieve peak performance and stay injury free. As a fully subscribed member of the GYH community, we also invite Ed to share his own beginnings in Golf and what the game means to him personally.

In this episode, we cover:

👉🏻 Golf fitness - what is it and why should you do it?

👉🏻 How warming up before a round of Golf can shave shots off your scorecard

👉🏻 Why personal accountability and consistency are so vital in your Golf fitness plan

👉🏻 What makes Golf so unique (as compared with other sports)

❓About the Show:

At Golf Yourself Healthy, we believe that Golf is Good for you. Through the power of Storytelling, the GYH Podcast invites guests from a wide range of Golfing backgrounds to discuss how Golf can positively impact our Health and Wellbeing.

📧 Get in touch on e-mail

kris@golfyourselfhealthy.com

🔗 GYH Website

www.golfyourselfhealthy.com

📔 GYH Journal

www.golfyourselfhealthy.com/journal

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📚Episode links and resources

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