In this enlightening episode of the Connected Instructor podcast, host Landon Michelson welcomes Steven Yellin, creator of the groundbreaking Fluid Motion Factor program. With over four decades of experience, Yellin shares his unique approach to sports psychology, focusing on how athletes can access peak performance states more consistently. This episode is a must-listen for golfers, coaches, and anyone interested in the mental aspects of sports performance.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. The origin and development of the Fluid Motion Factor program

2. How the quality of space before motion impacts performance

3. Breaking free from "swing prison" and traditional mechanics

4. The mind-body connection in golf and other sports

5. Achieving wholeness and its effect on timing and execution

6. The role of simplicity in improving motion

7. Why attention doesn't equal execution in golf

8. The importance of silence and surrender in peak performance

9. Transcendental Meditation's influence on Yellin's approach

10. Practical tips for instructors to help students access fluid motion

Notable Quotes:

"The quality of space before you initiate a motion will more or less determine the quality of the motion." - Steven Yellin

"Attention does not equate to execution because if attention equated to execution, Rory would have won 10 of those 40 majors." - Steven Yellin

Takeaways for Listeners:

- Understand the importance of mental preparation before physical execution

- Learn how to access deeper levels of the mind for improved performance

- Discover the value of simplicity and wholeness in golf and other sports

- Gain insights into breaking free from mechanical swing thoughts

- Explore the spiritual aspects of golf that contribute to peak performance

Resources Mentioned:

- Steven Yellin's website: stevenyellin.com

- Book: "Simplicity" by Steven Yellin

- Book: "The Fluid Motion Factor" by Steven Yellin

Connect with Steven Yellin:

Website: stevenyellin.com

Location: Vero Beach, Florida

For golf instructors, players, and enthusiasts looking to revolutionize their approach to the game, this episode provides invaluable insights into the mental aspects of performance that are often overlooked in traditional instruction.