What You Eat and Drink Directly Impacts Your Golf Performance by Brian Jacobs

We all know the importance of fueling our bodies with the right nutrition, but how often do we actually think about what we eat and drink before a round of golf? How many times have you wondered if your performance on the course is impacted by the food and drinks you consume—or fail to consume?

For most golfers, it’s an afterthought. But the truth is, your diet and hydration directly impact your performance—and that includes everything from focus to stamina to recovery.

What I hear from many players (and even other coaches) when I ask about their eating and drinking habits usually sounds something like this:

• Not much whole food

• Zero to very little protein

• Lots of processed foods full of simple carbohydrates and fats

• Too many alcoholic and sugary drinks, or caffeinated energy drinks (think sodas, Monster, beer)

• Very poor hydration practices before, during, and after a round

I could go on, but you get the picture: How can we expect to perform our best as athletes if we aren’t fueling our bodies properly?

The Science Behind Nutrition and Performance

I’ve always been fascinated by the science of nutrition, especially how certain nutrients can have a direct impact on performance. A while ago, I had an eye-opening experience related to caffeine.

Despite not drinking coffee or energy drinks, I found out from my doctors that many of the supplements I was using contained caffeine. I had been blindly consuming them, not fully understanding the labels, and it led to some unexpected consequences. After diving deeper into the science behind these products, I realized I wasn’t being as discerning as I should’ve been, and I felt the negative effects on my body and performance.

That’s when I decided to look for something different—a product that could fuel my body without causing the crashes and jitters that caffeine and sugar tend to bring. That’s when I found DriveForce DF18, and it has made a significant difference in both my daily life and my golf game.

Why I Fully Endorse DriveForce DF18

I’ve been using DriveForce DF18 almost daily for the past 2.5-3 years, and I can confidently say it’s been a game-changer. Unlike many other products out there, DF18 promotes consistent performance by addressing some of the biggest challenges golfers face: fatigue, dehydration, and brain fog.

What I love about DF18 is that it’s based on healthy, wellness-driven ingredients, and it contains no sugar and no caffeine—because both can actually hinder performance.

Here’s a quick look at just a few of the powerful ingredients in DF18:

• NitroRocket Arugula Extract: Supports healthy energy levels, cognition, and blood pressure, and provides more dietary nitrates than you'd get in 14g of beetroot powder!

• Magnesium Glycinate: Essential for heart health, mood, and mental clarity. Many of us are deficient in it daily.

• HydroMax Glycerol: Helps hydrate your body and cells more efficiently.

• Pink Salt: Regulates body pH, supports blood volume, and is key for hydration.

• Potassium Chloride: Vital for heart, muscle, and kidney function—many of us don't get enough of it.

• Exogenous Ketones: An alternative energy source, improving cognition and appetite regulation.

• L-Theanine: Boosts focus and mood, coming from green tea.

This is just a glimpse into the formula—there’s much more going on inside that packet. All you need to do is add water, and you’ve got a drink that promotes better hydration, better stamina, and better recovery on and off the course.

One serving before or during your round can make a huge difference in how you feel and perform. I wholeheartedly recommend trying DF18 to experience the benefits for yourself.

Let’s fuel our bodies the right way, so we can perform our best, both on and off the course.

Best,
Brian Jacobs
Director of Instruction, Ballenisles Country Club

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