Golfers might’ve recognized the logo on the face mask that former President George W. Bush wore to Wednesday’s inauguration ceremonies. The Rhodesian Ridgeback is the breed of dog that inspired the logo and the name for golf apparel brand Rhoback. Known for performance-ready golf shirts and quarter-zips, the brand started making masks at the beginning of the pandemic initially to support healthcare workers. But it has since expanded the collection to offer fun prints and patterns for the public.

Rhoback’s co-founders Kevin Hubbard, Kristina Loftus and Matt Loftus had no idea the former president would be wearing the mask on Wednesday. They said they didn’t send him the mask, and President Bush has no official relationship with the brand, but he did applaud Rhoback’s work supporting rescued shelter dogs through the American Humane’s Pups4Patriots program a few years back. His handwritten letter still hangs in the Rhoback offices.

“We were stunned and honored to see the former president wearing the Old Glory Mask at the inauguration,” Hubbard said. “It was such a proud moment for us, especially as a small business, to see the mask on a world stage and in a way that encourages mask wearing.”

The simple navy American Flag-adorned mask that was seen at the inauguration is available on the Rhoback website along with 16 additional adult mask options and seven masks for kids (ages 3 and up). Several of the designs are made to match or complement patterns in the apparel line to create stylish and intentional-looking outfit options when you have to wear a mask.

Though hydration might not be the sexiest resolution for the new year, it is one that can have infinite benefits to your mind, body—and golf game. Drinking enough water each day helps keep you healthy. Even more so, it’s important to stay hydrated on the golf course to replace the water lost from sweating (or dehydration from alcohol), prevent fatigue and even support brain functioning. Truth is, you should be thinking about hydrating in your pre-round prep—just like you’d make sure you have enough golf balls, sunscreen, etc. Here are a few easy tips to help you drink more water on the golf course.

Get a water bottle you’re excited to use

Commit to getting hydrated and decreasing your carbon footprint this year by purchasing a reusable water bottle. The key is finding a water bottle that you’re excited to use. Not only will this get you to drink more water more frequently, but you’ll also want to bring it with you wherever you go. And it might not even be a water bottle. This cup from Simple Modern is a favorite among our editors!

While having a go-to water bottle or cup is great, you will probably forget it from time to time, so don’t feel guilty if you have to buy a single-use water bottle in a pinch. It’s also a great opportunity to clean that reusable bottle or cup between uses to keep it from becoming a Petri dish for bacteria.

Add flavor and electrolytes

If you’re feeling dehydrated or just want a little extra flavor, electrolyte tablets are a great option to have on hand. They’re easy to keep in the pocket of a golf bag. Nuun’s electrolyte tablets are designed to be eco-friendly and come in a variety of fun flavors. Just drop a tablet into 16 ounces of water and start hydrating. Plus their signature formula uses clean ingredients and 50 percent less sugar than a typical sports drink you might grab at the turn.

Nuun has even developed four tablets tailored to your needs. Use the company’s vitamin electrolytes for everyday wellness. Boost your immune system with the antioxidant formula in their immunity electrolytes. Improve your performance and stay hydrated while competing with their sports electrolytes. Recover better after a round or a tough workout with their rest tablets that are packed with magnesium for maximum relaxation.

Using an app to track your daily water intake and incorporating hydrating foods into your diet are just a couple of ways that can help you make it a habit to get hydrated this year. Some water-tracking apps even “gamify” the process of meeting your daily water intake goals. That’s a way to make it more of a competition than a chore.

Another way you can adjust your mind-set is by setting a measurable goal for yourself. Whether it’s drinking every other hole or before each tee shot, try and stick to that throughout your round. If this still feels like work, try thinking of water breaks as a way to relax and calm your nerves out on the course.

The biggest thing is to not wait until you’re thirsty. Once you reach that point, you’re already dehydrated.

The new year is a great time to set goals, evaluate your game and challenge yourself. If you haven’t decided on a golf resolution for 2021, it’s not too late. If you need a few ideas or a little motivation to get started, we asked our editors what their 2021 golf resolutions were and how they plan on achieving them. When it comes to setting goals, it’s important to write them down to create a clear vision of your intentions—so start there. We’ll check back in a few months to track everyone’s progress and share any tricks or tips learned along the way.

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‘Don’t let my lack of shoulder mobility kill my golf swing’

“Shoulder mobility is a killer to my golf game. I’m sure others can relate. Anybody who’s seen the train wreck that is my swing knows my right elbow never gets high enough—because I really can’t. Chronic neck, shoulder and back issues—from sitting in front of a computer screen for tens of thousands of hours—have developed. And I can blame those physical restrictions for my very abbreviated backswing.

Well, I’m committed to changing that in 2021. Thanks to the urging of my chiropractor, I’ve bought these Therabands—and I’m going to do shoulder mobility exercises every day. No excuses. I’m usually glued to my computer working for 10-12 hours. But if it means waking up at 5:30 a.m. to do 20 minutes of stretching, I’m doing it. Because getting to a single-digit handicap is within my sights (I’m currently a 12.9, got down to an 11.4 this summer), and I know I can make better golf swings with proper mobility.” —Stephen Hennessey

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‘Why practicing better matters’

“My New Year’s Resolution? Neater divot patterns on driving ranges. This, for me, covers a few bases. First, course superintendents are the true unsung heroes of golf, the tireless legends who wake before the sun and toil behind the scenes so we can enjoy ourselves. The very least we can do is make their jobs easier by thinking more about them. Second, having neater patterns requires me to have divot patterns, which means I have to practice. Third, neater divot patterns mean consistent contact, which will require me to hit my irons better. And fourth, and perhaps most importantly, they just look really damn cool.” —Dan Rapaport

‘Proper golf posture starts with fixing my actual posture’

“I’m committed to fixing my posture in 2021. Working from home has resulted in hours of being hunched over staring at my computer … and I wonder why my back hurts! I’m keeping my shoulders back, head tall and core engaged. I’ve brought my computer up to meet my eyes. I purchased blue light glasses, so I’m not leaning forward and squinting. And, I got a posture trainer! Having tools that help me keep good posture is a lot easier than just trying to remind myself about it every once in a while. I’m hoping that a better posture during the week aids in my ultimate quest for better scores on the weekend.” —Hally Leadbetter

‘My road back to a plus-handicap’

“My golf goal has been a simple ambition over the past five years: to not care so much. It’s just a game, I’m not a professional. I would laugh at the bad shots and cherish the good, forget about scores and focus on having a good time.

Theoretically this road would lead to a more fulfilling experience, one that would make me more appreciative of the game and being a part of it. And I can say with the utmost clarity and conviction, this was stupid.

You know who doesn’t focus on scores? People who can’t score. Losers. That is not me. I am a WINNER. I was born to fly and if my wings burn from chasing the sun, I will go down in a blaze of glory. (This is what I tell myself in the mirror every morning.)

I will avenge my handicap rising two strokes last year with a fury and retribution that makes a U.S. Open setup seem tame. I will tell my bosses I have a steady stream of afternoon phone calls in order to work bucket after bucket on the range. Redoing the landscaping will have to wait another summer has my short game is in more dire need of renovation.

Should we get a stimulus check, it will go to golf lessons. I will forgo editing my colleagues’ writing, and instead use those opportunities to reread Hogan’s “Five Lessons.” No more walking the dog at sunrise, instead, I’m going to use that time to make 100 swings with weight speed sticks. (These are currently in senior writer Alex Myers’ possession, but he is one of those “I just want to have fun” knobs and thus does not deserve them.)

I will turn emergency nines into 18 holes, and move my weekend 18s to 36, and my nights will not end with chats with my wife but a date with a massage gun to keep my body right.

My golf goal for 2021 is a simple ambition: to care too much.” — Joel Beall

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‘Even with a lack of free time, you can still add distance’

“Contrary to what my colleague and (sometimes) swing coach Joel Beall would lead you to believe, I have used the speed sticks he let me borrow. So much in fact that I did this to my backyard in the run-up to my annual golf trip last year:

My wife wasn’t happy, but I was pleasantly surprised by how a little work with these bad boys went a long way. Literally. You’ll never confuse me with a long hitter like Bryson DeChambeau—or even Joel—but by the time my trip came around, I was actually reaching some (short) par 5s in two and hitting a lot more short irons for approach shots on par 4s thanks to meatier—by my standards, at least—drives. And that was after only a few weeks of putting in about 10 minutes per day with them. It’s amazing what a difference hitting it 250-260 off the tee instead of 230ish can make and it put a lot less pressure on the other parts of my game. Of course, when I faced real pressure in the final round, I still choked like usual. So speed can’t solve everything, but it sure felt good to do more than slap at the ball like I had been.

Anyway, this year the goal is to not wait as long to make using these swing aids a habit, and not just because my big trip has moved up on the calendar. With a second child born this past September, the opportunities to play real golf promise to be at an all-time low in 2021 so I need to do everything I can to stay sharp including more quick “training sessions” in the backyard. Oh, and to my wife, I also promise to move around a bit more when I’m out there.” —Alex Myers

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‘Figure out how to play more golf as a first-time parent’

“This could be the idealized, foolish hopes of first-time parents, but my husband and I are expecting our first in March and want to figure out a way to involve our baby in our golf lives. Golf is one of the ways we love spending time together, outside, communicating, laughing, and being with each other. Golf’s been an important part of our relationship since we met, and we want our baby to be a part of that experience. I’ve been emboldened watching LPGA Tour players like Michelle Wie have her baby out on the range with her and pushing a stroller on the course. My resolution is to figure out our version of that this summer.” —Keely Levins

‘A simple way I plan to remove stress from my game’

“I suppose I’m keeping the low bar by resolving to do something I’ve already done every minute of my life, but in 2021 my goal is to breathe. Judge all you want, but as I’ve come to learn there is good breathing and there is bad breathing, and for many of my four-plus decades on earth, I have likely been guilty of the latter. Bad breathing is shallow, and through the mouth, and in which the hurried exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide puts our bodies in a perpetual state of stress. By contrast, good breathing is through the nose, slow and extended, and it helps signal to our brains and our bodies to remain calm. It could be while trying to sleep, typing out an email or standing over a six footer for par, by simply breathing better in 2021 I’m at least giving myself a better opportunity for success.”—Sam Weinman

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On Thursday at Kapalua, Rahm wore a primarily black outfit highlighted by a subtle tropical pattern on his shirt with a bold pair of golf shoes. While the Nike Jordan 11 Retro Low Concord golf shoes are not part of his contract, it was a stylish choice that brought personality to the look. Rahm will eventually wear Cuater golf shoes in tournament play and is currently working with the brand to develop a custom pair.

TravisMathew is known for designing stylish golf apparel with casual and upscale dressers in mind. The brand focuses on performance-ready fabrics with comfortable designs that are easy to wear on the course, out to dinner and everywhere in between. TravisMathew’s youthful and energetic collections aim to elevate the golfer’s look without pretension—a great fit for the winner of five PGA Tour events and six European Tour events in the last three years.

“I’m really pleased to begin the next chapter of my career as a part of this team with TravisMathew and Cuater,” Rahm said. “I really feel confident playing in TravisMathew apparel.”

Here’s a look at what Rahm will be wearing the rest of the week at Kapalua.

On Friday, Rahm will wear a stylish heather blue golf shirt with micro-stripes that are easy to match with. This top comes in 12 colorways ranging from simple blue, white and black, to bolder options like yellow, a seafoam green and a striking heather red shade. One of the softest polos in the TravisMathew line, the Zinna ($85) has built-in collar stays for an ultra-refined look and feel. Paired with the Open To Close Pant ($125), Rahm’s ensemble will blend sophistication with athletic styling to create a versatile look.

Rahm will wear the Zinna Polo again going into the weekend in the light gray color option. Matched expertly with the Right On Time Pant ($115) in a gray-blue shade the company calls “Mood Indigo.” He’ll also wear the reversible Hilt belt ($55) that can be worn on the blue or gray side.

To finish out the week, Rahm will debut his brightest look in the red Heater Polo ($90). The stripes on the heathered top are comprised of tiny dots for a casual and lightweight design that’ll look youthful on the 26-year-old. He’ll wear the Open To Close Pant ($125) in a light gray that will allow the bold top to shine on Sunday.

Rahm’s new footwear sponsor, Cuater, launched in 2019 with a focus on designing premium golf shoes with quality performance elements. Ranging from traditional spiked designs to street-shoe-inspired hybrids, the brand has a versatile lineup of classically designed golf shoes. Keep an eye out for Rahm’s custom Cuater golf shoes to be debuted later this year.

The new year always brings new fitness goals and resolutions. Whether you’re looking to add a few yards off the tee, rehab a pesky injury or just focus on overall wellness, it’s important to take care of your body when starting any new fitness regime. Far too often we hit the gym hard on Jan. 2, and we’re left with sore muscles and skipped workouts (and hopefully not injuries). Here are a few ways to ease the pain this year—and prevent sore muscles from disrupting your goals.
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In addition to taking care of your muscles externally, it’s also important to stay hydrated, focus on quality sleep and refuel your body with whole foods to support recovery from the inside out. A larger focus on wellness and recovery will enhance any fitness goal and promote longevity in results.

And that all adds up to better (and more) golf!