The Golf Fitness Bomb Squad with Chris Finn

Chris kicks off a new myth-busting series by taking on the false belief he hears more than any other: that lifting will make you tight.
Chris explains why your body restricts range of motion when it isn’t strong enough to support it, and why that loss happens so gradually that most golfers only notice when they see their swing on video. He breaks down the cascade P4S data points to: losing strength leads to losing mobility, and losing mobility leads to losing speed. He also covers why random workouts produce no results, and why the goal is to play golf at 80% of what your body can handle instead of redlining every swing.
If someone has ever told you lifting will ruin your swing, or you’re lifting and feel tighter than ever, this episode is for you.
In this episode:
Why your body locks down mobility when it lacks the strength to support it
The strength-mobility-speed cascade P4S sees in its assessment data
Why “more” in the gym isn’t better, and what a plan built for your body includes
How speed depends on strength and consistency depends on mobility
How a 70-year-old can swing 100 mph without redlining
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Most golfers lose strokes to decisions, not swings.
Chris Finn sits down with Scott Fawcett, founder of DECADE Golf and strategy coach to nearly 60 Tour players, including his first two students, Will Zalatoris and Bryson DeChambeau. Scott explains why generic strokes gained data can mislead amateurs, and what to track instead.
In this episode, you will learn:
Why strokes gained driving and approach numbers fall short without a daily course adjustment
The Tiger Five: bogeys on par 5s, doubles, three-putts, bogeys inside 150 yards, and two-chips
How the DECADE driver decision tree decides your club off the tee
How to manage expectations on approach shots, and why lag putting from 20 to 40 feet is a key skill
When to go for a par 5 in two and when to lay up
How to get the most out of the DECADE app
Scott qualified for the U.S. Mid-Amateur at 53. He shares the system behind that result and the honest lessons from his own tournament rounds.
Download DECADE Golf in the App Store and use code PAR4 for 30% off. Follow Scott on Instagram: @decade_golf
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Golfers over 50 lose about 1 mph of clubhead speed every year. Chris Finn has yet to meet one who could not get faster.
Chris shares what P4S has learned from a database of more than 15,000 golfers, including force plate data, 3D motion capture, and physical therapy records. He explains what that data means for your speed, consistency, and longevity in the game.
Inside this episode:
Why speed loss is not inevitable, and why slower golfers have the most room to gain
The 4 rotary mobility tests every golfer should take (neck, trunk, shoulder, and hip) and what failing your lead or trail side means for your swing
Hip internal rotation: the number one physical limitation nobody talks about. 93% of golfers over 50 fail it.
A simple twist-and-tilt drill that gained live participants up to 10 degrees of trunk rotation in minutes
Real client results, including a 66-year-old who added 3 mph training 15 minutes a day, four days a week
The 3-step performance framework: assess, target what matters, retest
Why speed training comes last, and why yoga alone will not fix your rotation
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In this solo episode, Chris Finn dives deep into the world of knee health with a focus on managing pre-arthritis conditions. He discusses innovative approaches for someone looking to increase vertical forces without exacerbating knee issues. Chris explains how by focusing on hip-centric exercises, upper body strength, and enhancing the posterior chain, one can maintain and even improve knee functionality. He emphasizes the importance of technique adjustments post-strength gains and shares insights on how to work around joint limitations, proving that even with knee sensitivity, you can adapt your fitness regimen effectively. This episode is a testament to the value of knowledgeable coaching in navigating fitness with joint constraints. To see how your mobility stacks up, take our research-backed mobility assessment here: https://www.par4success.com/podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anyone can gain clubhead speed. Chris Finn says a monkey could do it - swing your driver as hard as you can 10 times each direction and your speed goes up. That's not the hard part.
The hard part - the thing most speed training programs skip - is durability. In this episode, Chris breaks down:
Why overspeed training (systems like Stack) works, and who it's actually right for
The real risk of chasing speed without knowing your body's limits first
The data behind two golfers who start at the same swing speed: over 10 years, one gains roughly 30 yards while doing it right, the other loses about 10 miles per hour doing nothing. That's a 44-yard gap by year 10.
The takeaway: speed is a tool, not a shortcut. Used on a body that hasn't been assessed for mobility and durability, it raises injury risk instead of lowering scores.
Take the free assessment at par4success.com to find out if you're a good candidate for speed training - or what needs fixing first.
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Search "hip mobility golf" on YouTube and you'll find a hundred drills. The problem: if you fail a hip rotation test, there are at least six different underlying causes - from the TFL to the psoas to a bony block that no amount of stretching will fix. Pick a random exercise and you've got a one-in-six shot of picking the right one.
In this episode, Chris Finn breaks down the three-layer framework P4S uses to figure out what's actually limiting a golfer's swing:
Layer 1: Rotational mobility (hips, shoulders, thoracic spine, neck)
Layer 2: Power output - and whether the problem is strength or elastic/reactive ability
Layer 3: Swing efficiency (the "Easy 8") - separating physical limitations from intent and skill issues
The takeaway: doing something is better than nothing, but doing the right thing matters more. Generic prescriptions - whether it's a mobility drill or a swing fix - skip the diagnostic step that tells you which of several possible causes actually applies to you.
Ready to find out where your limitations actually are? Take the free assessment at par4success.com, or book a free 45-minute strategy call with the P4S team.
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What does mobility have to do with your golf swing? A lot. In this episode, we dive into the story of a former quarterback turned passionate golfer, and how his extreme shoulder mobility issues impacted his game. Learn how to test your own shoulder mobility, what compensations might be creeping into your swing, and how to fix them. Whether you're swaying, sliding, or struggling with back pain, this episode will show you how to take control of the one variable you can measure and improve: your body.Take the Free Home Assessment here: https://www.par4success.com/podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover the Secrets to Smarter Golf Strategy with Scott Fawcett!
Join Chris Finn as he interviews Scott Fawcett, founder of the groundbreaking Decade Golf system, in this must-watch episode for golfers of all levels. They explore the power of data to transform your game, revealing insights into strategy, decision-making, and performance optimization used by professional and amateur players alike.
🌀 Key Topics Covered:
The Tiger 5 Mistakes: What they are and how avoiding them saves strokes.
The Role of Distance in Golf: How adding just 20 yards can revolutionize your game.
Decade Golf Explained: A step-by-step system for smarter course management.
PGA Tour Insights: From Scottie Scheffler's strategy to putting myths debunked.
How to Avoid Bogeys: Why focusing on bogey prevention is better than chasing birdies.
💡 What You'll Learn:
Why "Drive for Show, Putt for Dough" is just a myth.
The surprising truth about shot patterns and strategy.
How understanding data like shot distribution can lower your handicap.
Tactical lessons from PGA pros who simplified their game and found success.
🖥️ Learn More About Decade Golf:
Start making smarter decisions on the course today! Visit decade.golf for exclusive access to Scott's proven system and tools.
📅 Timestamps to Navigate the Video:
0:00 - Introduction & Scott Fawcett’s Journey
5:40 - What Is Decade Golf?
12:18 - Lessons from Tiger’s Data-Driven Success
18:40 - Why Distance Matters More Than Ever
26:00 - Putting Myths & Advanced Speed Control Tips
34:55 - Avoiding Mistakes and Managing Your Round Like a Pro
50:00 - Final Thoughts & Call to Action
📲 Connect with Scott Fawcett & Decade Golf:
Follow Decade on Instagram for more tips and insights @decade_golf
Discover more video content or join the Decade community at decade.golf
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Stronger grip means a faster swing - but only if you're squeezing at the right moment. Chris Finn breaks down new force-plate data showing exactly how much grip strength translates to clubhead speed, and reveals the counterintuitive timing pattern that separates tour pros from amateurs: pros peak their grip pressure at the transition, not at impact.
You'll learn:
The measurable pounds-to-mph relationship between grip strength and swing speed
Why squeezing a stress ball doesn't build the right kind of grip strength (and what does)
The exact moment in the swing where pros apply peak pressure - and why amateurs get it backwards
How grip timing affects wrist and elbow injury risk, not just speed
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Is that ache from your workout - or a warning sign? Chris Finn breaks down the exact difference between normal training soreness and the early signs of injury, and why the "I don't want to lift because I'll be sore for my tournament" mindset is costing golfers their strength and their game.
You'll learn:
The 72-hour rule for telling soreness apart from injury
Why stopping and restarting workouts causes more soreness, not less
The one symptom that separates a tight muscle from a real problem (numbness, tingling, sharp or shooting pain)
Why the pros train through majors instead of resting
If you're not sure whether what you're feeling is normal or a red flag, take the free injury risk assessment at par4success.com. Assess. Don't guess.
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