Practical Golf
Published on 21. September 2023
144 pages
978-1-4930-8304-6 (ISBN)
Description
In Practical Golf, world-renowned teacher John Jacobs presents a simple, sound way to an improved game, no matter the skill level. Distilling his unrivaled knowledge of golf into clear, practical instruction, Jacobs shows how to develop a consistent swing, improve mental attitude, achieve superior results from the rough, cure a slice in five minutes, get greater distance, and much more. For decades, this book has helped golfers lower handicaps and better enjoy the game, making it one of the best ever.
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"I can see why he's one of the world's most successful teachers." -- Jack NicklausMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
Globe Pequot Press
File size
5,20 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-4930-8304-6 (9781493083046)
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Content
- Practical Golf
- Contents
- 1. Striking the Ball
- Introduction
- First, understand what you are trying to do
- Learn - and never forget - golf's basic "geometry
- Should you SWING, or move from position to position?
- The Swing
- Your grip determines how you play
- Set up so you can swing the club on target
- Know the "shape" your swing should have - and why
- How to start back "square
- If you build a sound backswing
- ... your through-swing will be a reflex action
- "Timing" - or coordinating clubhead and body action
- Ladies, you CAN hit it farther!
- Fundamentals of Swing Movement
- Every star swings FLUIDLY
- Whatever your method, your arms must SWING
- The legs lead the through-swing
- The Short Game
- Mental pictures must come first
- Cause and effect in chipping and pitching
- Putting: "see" the line and STRIKE the ball
- Trouble
- Ways out of rough stuff
- How to play the three basic bunker shots
- Coping with slopes
- The Major Faults
- You can stop slicing forever in five minutes!
- Help for hookers - and pullers who think they're hookers
- If you top shots, your swing is too "steep
- "Fat" shots start at address
- How - and what - to Practise
- Getting Clubs That Fit Your Game
- 2. Playing the Game
- Your attitude is all-important
- The art of competing
- Specific strategies to cut your score
- Beating the weather
- Tournament golf - an insight
- 3. More Practical Golf
- Read the books - but forget the clichés
- What style of grip is best for you?
- Should you swing "flat" or "upright"?
- Try "two turns and a swish
- Hip action - a critical shot-"shaper
- Why you slice with your driver but pull with your lofted clubs
- How my own swing "feels
- Getting more distance
- How to get the maximum fun from golf for the minimum effort
