Over the past few years, the amount of new courses in America has been dwarfed by the amount of courses that are closing. While the sport isn't close to dying anytime soon, many are starting to see some warning signs that the industry may be struggling. There is a lot of finger pointing, but the majority of it seems to be centered on the manufacturer's of golf equipment. While this may seem a bit odd, many believe that since new clubs that promise better scores come out every year, consumers are hesitant to plunk down a lot of cash on something that may be outdated within a few months.

This raises another big issue in the sport - do these clubs really work and can you buy hope? The answer is usually a no. While these clubs may help improve your game a little bit, you're not really addressing the problem and all too often, the results are nothing by disappointment in more hype. This leaves many players the choice of either becoming better or just quitting the sport. As this title of this book indicates, the author wants consumers to just forget all about this hype and hit the ball.

When it comes down to it, the only thing that can make you a better player is practice. Sure, you can buy that fancy new driver, but if you think it's going to turn you from a 150 yarder to a 400 yarder overnight, you are sadly deceived. We are all limited by our physical make-up and prowess, and no club is going to be able to change that. However, with time and practice, you can become a better player and at the very least, a more consistent one.
This book does a good job at addressing the new kinds of equipment that are being released and their strengths and weaknesses. New materials and designs are discussed as well as how they will affect our games. The author covers the evolution of the new clubs and in some cases, proves that the old stand-bys were actually better for our games. Also on tap is a discussion on the evolution of the golf ball and whether or not this is also a contributing factor in the way we play.

The author's viewpoints, statements, and actions as the former USGA technical director have even resulted in litigation (now resolved) by the golf equipment manufacturers. We recommend this book simply because it offers an interesting viewpoint and some much needed discussion into the phenomenon of golf club evolution. You may not agree with the author, but it is an interesting read. He certainly has a gift for making even complex issues easy to understand and the book is very well written.

If you are interested in golf equipment and finding which materials and clubs really do deliver on their promises, this book is well worth the purchase price.

Originally posted 2008-11-30 22:45:21. Republished by Old Post Promoter

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"Golf Made Simple - Improve Your Golf Swing Indoors" is a Golf Made Easy DVD that allows you to understand your strengths and weaknesses in your golf game, your golf swing and your body. This is the best step that you can take in learning how to build and develop a consistent golf swing, and all of this can be accomplished indoors. If you are looking to discover your flaws, solve them and improve your game, then Golf Made Simple - Improve Your Golf Swing Indoors is the answer for you. It will allow you to discover the compensations that are causing inconsistency in your game.

When you can discover the compensations that are causing the inconsistencies in your game, you can implement Golf Made Simple drills to correct said compensations. Then you can accompany each drill with exercises that will allow your body to be strengthened. If you want to make a commitment to your golf game that will allow you to play to your strengths and avoid your weaknesses, then this may very well be the DVD for you.

By watching this DVD you can overcome your compensations and swing faults, including coming over the top, casting the club, swinging outside in, falling backward during your swing, keeping too much weight on the back foot during your swing, losing your control over the club, taking too long of a back swing, losing your posture, topping off the golf ball, picking your head up, eliminating three putts, increasing your number of one puts. There are also numerous Golf Made Simple drills included in the Golf Made Simple - Improve Your Golf Swing Indoors DVD, including the Stepping Droll, Symmetrical Drill, Belly Swing Drill, Parallel Hands Drill, 5 Iron Drill.

This is a great product for anyone who wants to strengthen their strengths and overcome their weaknesses in the game of golf. If you have ever benefited a Golf Made Simple Golf School, then Golf Made Simple - Improve Your Golf Swing Indoors is an excellent DVD that will take things a step further and help you build strength, overcome weakness and improve your golf game overall. This DVD provides drills that allow you will practice and improve your swing indoors in only twenty to thirty minutes, allowing you to stay fresh and ready just in time for spring play time. There are also excellent golf fitness exercises that you can do at home or in the gym to perfect your body for the game of golf.

People who are purchasing the Golf Made Simple - Improve Your Golf Swing Indoors DVD are recommending it as one of the best ways to improve your health and fitness and to improve your golf swing for a much better game. If you are serious about improving your golf game in the off season when the weather isn't right for outdoor golf, then give Golf Made Simple - Improve Your Golf Swing Indoors a chance and improve your game significantly from the comfort of your own home.

Originally posted 2008-11-21 05:42:06. Republished by Old Post Promoter

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