This is a book that has been the subject of countless discussions and although it's lack of availability has hurt its success (it's available only from the publisher, Storytrend and not in bookstores) it is still an interesting read that is well worth the time it takes to get a copy. Although it is incredibly expensive at $60, this may be a book you want to save up for. Countless books are written every year about the myth of the perfect swing and a lot of them are nothing but meaningless drivel. This book however takes a different angle and gets into the technical aspects of what makes a swing great.

For those that are constantly trying to figure out how to improve their game, this is a definite must read. Instead of focusing on players like Tiger Woods or those who are thought to have the "perfect swing," the author looked at actual machines to discern the elements that make up this technique. By taking the human element out of it, the author hoped to break down the mechanics of a swing so that every player can duplicate it.

The book is filled with helpful diagrams and illustrations that break apart how a machine swings and what we can learn from it. Unfortunately, we are not machines and although we may have a great swing on the first tee, it's hard to keep consistent. This book strives to help golfers discover how to get into their own groove and become a bit like a machine when it comes to hitting the ball.

That's very hard to do for many people, since there is a lot of mental activity going on when you play golf. It's difficult to focus on those individual components that make up a great swing when you're focusing on avoiding the bunker, paying your bills and what you'll be having for dinner that night. However, with time, by employing these methods most players should begin to see a change in their swing. Soon, becoming a machine will seem like second nature and that swing that many thought was unattainable will become ingrained into your being.

This is a book that we highly recommend, simply because it has a completely different approach. This isn't a hype book that offers no real useful information. It's definitely on the scholarly side but the author managed to keep it readable by everyone and it's actually quite fun to go through. If you're looking for real advice that you can put into action, no matter how new you are to the game or how good you think you may be, this is a book that is well worth the investment.

Overall, while the price and availability hurt the title, golfers should at least consider adding this title to their libraries. There is no silver bullet that will magically transform your swing, but this advice comes pretty close.

Originally posted 2008-06-27 05:46:25. Republished by Old Post Promoter

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The old saying is definitely true. Golf is 99% in your head and as maddening as that is, if you're not getting the right mindset for your game, you may never be able to achieve your goals. If you're ready to get that score to where you want it to be, you've got to start working out your brain as well as your body. Here are some tips to help you get mentally prepared to play golf.

1. Stop all self defeating thoughts.

Most of us will, from time to time, be a little hard on ourselves mentally. If you're constantly beating yourself up however, you are just setting yourself up for failure. Anytime you catch yourself with a negative thought related to how you play golf (or anything else for that matter) you've got to nip it in the bud. Replace that thought with a self affirmation that is positive. Soon, you'll find that all areas of your life start to improve, along with your game.

If you go out onto the course with the thought that you're going to mess up, chances are you will. If you think "Gee I hope I don't slice this," you probably will. Practice thinking the right way and affirm yourself before every single shot. It may take a few tries to get it right, but once you stop setting yourself up for failure, you'll be able to succeed.

2. Play the course in your head.

If you've got a favorite course, you probably already know it pretty well. So, take an hour or two a week to sit in a quiet spot and mentally play some golf. You'll need to be able to remove all distractions so that you can immerse yourself in your thoughts. Start on the first tee and envision playing the perfect round. Keep doing this until you can get through an entire game of golf in your head under par.

You'll be training your brain to handle the course, even if you're not on it. The next time you go, your brain will automatically go back to those visualization sessions and chances are, you'll play better than you ever have.

3. Play some golf video games.

Sounds pretty fun, but can it really improve your game? Actually, it can. While it won't help your swing, it will help the way you think about playing golf. You'll be getting some valuable lessons on clubs, wind speed and how to read different lies. Look for a video game that is as realistic as possible and start to really pay attention to it when you play. Put yourself in your character's shoes and get into it as if you were really playing. You'll be learning while you're having fun and these lessons can be put into use right away the next time you actually do play golf.

Your mind is a powerful tool and when you know how to harness it, you'll be able to become a pro at golf.

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Originally posted 2008-11-26 07:56:06. Republished by Old Post Promoter

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In the final threesome to get under way from the Legends course's first tee on Friday, Oyama who played 1 under 71 and Wie with an even 72 both battled one another for the lead throughout a large portion of the round. Lewis chased a golf groove that never seemed to appear while onlookers continued to press the group. According to Lewis, who had twelve straight pars before she finished with a 71 and a birdie, it was a little crazy out there. She said that it was difficult to get used to because as soon as you hit your tee shot you needed to run in order to get ahead of the gallery.

Wie became the first of three to fall behind, having hit a double bogey 7 on the par 5 second hole, though she is not talking to media much until after the final round of the tournament on Sunday. This native of Honolulu quickly erased her slip by hitting three consecutive one putt birdies, on the fourth hole, fifth hole and sixth hole. Wie had only made a single bogey in the first two rounds, then started her binge of birdies with a ten foot putt on the fourth hole, an approach to the inside 2 feet on the fifth hole and the a whopping 25 foot birdie on the sixth which is the putt that put her back into the lead during the tournament.

After six straight pars she was able to hook her tee shot on the thirteenth hole, making bogey when her ball ended up in a hazard. She managed to come back from that folly with a 12 foot birdie on the sixteenth hole, but on the seventeenth hole she failed to save par because of a bunker.

Oyama continued to ride her bright smile and her single stroke lead into the sixth hole which boasted a par of four, but a snap hook sent her tee shot into a water hazard. After she clawed her way to a double bogey six on that hole, she still seemed to be more than satisfied with her play on an overall basis. Regarded as the leading tour money winner for 2006 in the Japanese LPGA, Oyama seems satisfied with her play, and notes that she simply needs to remain focused to continue playing well.

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