Expert Putting

Author: Chris Riddoch
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781490941608
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
'Putting mechanics aren't a problem - controlling the mechanics is'. The putting stroke is the one of the simplest, smallest movements in sport, but it causes golfers endless anguish and frustration. Expert Putting explains why this is the case, and describes the scientific route to relieving the anguish and easing the pain. Using a scientific review of over half a century of research, author Chris Riddoch - a county golfer, and one of the UK's leading sports scientists - explains how treating the putting stroke as a rigid pendulum stifles our innate muscular control systems. Expert Putting approaches the putting stroke not as a rigid pendulum, but as a subtle motor skill, requiring judgement, vision, imagery, and thought control skills, as well as sound mechanical fundamentals. This book is the first to bring these diverse skills together, and combine them into a simple, scientific putting method. The skills are simple, so there is no barrier to anyone becoming an expert putter. All golfers, from beginners to tournament professionals, will benefit from reading this book.

Instinct Putting

Author: Cary Heath
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592403530
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 168

Book Description
Counseling golfers on a core philosophy introduced in a popular 2005 Golf Magazine cover story, a scientifically based guide to addressing the mental aspects of putting explains the importance of watching the hole rather than the ball while executing shots. 20,000 first printing.

Your Putting Solution

Author: James Sieckmann
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0698404106
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 178

Book Description
The author of Your Short Game Solution presents his Tour-proven putting-improvement system that can work with any stroke. In a follow-up to the industry-acclaimed Your Short Game Solution (2015), James Sieckmann presents a no-nonsense plan to making more putts. Most putting manuals focus on hard-set mechanics that even the top putters on Tour fail to achieve. According to Sieckmann, you can score even if your mechanics are flawed as long as you master four essential skills: 1) choosing the correct line; 2) starting your ball on that line; 3) matching the line with appropriate speed; and 4) believing completely in yourself and in your training. Borrowing from the same playbook he uses with his Tour clients, Sieckmann outlines a step-by-step process for perfecting these skills, which automatically boost performance.

The Putting Prescription

Author: Dr. Craig L. Farnsworth
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
ISBN: 0470459182
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 429

Book Description
The Putting Prescription The Putt Doctor's Proven Method for a Better Stroke Dr. Craig L. Farnsworth Author of See It & Sink It The doctor is on the golf course! Dr. Craig Farnsworth has helped more than 125 Tour pros improve their putting games from good to outstanding. Now, you can raise the level of your game using the same innovative techniques that have helped Nick Faldo, Annika Sörenstam, Bernhard Langer, and many others become masters of the green. Whether you suffer from sloppy setup, tight grip, pushing, pulling, or "the yips," The Putting Prescription will cure what ails you! "I have worked with Craig over the years and have used and applied his prescriptions and drills myself. I particularly love the string and needles drill. All you need to do is add a bit of practice." -Nick Faldo, six-time Majors winner on the PGA Tour, member of the World Golf Hall of Fame, and analyst for CBS and the Golf Channel "As a veteran PGA Tour player, I've studied many golf books and listened to more than my share of instructors. Dr. Farnsworth's putting method is the most complete and thorough I've read. He has helped my putting and he can help yours too." -Scott McCarron, PGA Tour player "I have had the honor to work with the leading putting coaches in the world and Dr. Craig Farnsworth is the best of the best. His understanding of putting is by far the most comprehensive, and his ability to communicate that knowledge is second to none. I have seen him transform the game of a PGA superstar and elevate the games of 'weekend warriors.'" -Mike Adams, Golf Digest Top-50 Instructor and Golf Magazine Top-100 Teacher "Dr. Farnsworth is the premier specialist in helping golfers of all abilities become the best putters they can be. His attention to detail and creative use of drills and games are the best in the game. This book will help you get to the next level." -Brian Mogg, Golf Magazine Top-100 Teacher "Having seen the direct benefit to my own game, it is crystal clear to me why so many PGA and LPGA players ultimately find their way to Dr. Farnsworth. He does a wonderful job of blending state-of-the-art teaching methods with the specific needs of the student. I am very cautious about referring my students to instructors. However, I enthusiastically refer my players to Dr. Farnsworth." -Dr. Gary Brown, Golf Performance Specialist, Intelligent Golf "I have utilized Doctor Farnsworth's information in my instructional programs since meeting Doc in 1998. His knowledge has transformed my teaching and my own game, allowing me to be the Michigan PGA Teacher and Player of the Year in 2005. Following the Doc's prescriptions will help transform everyone's putting!" -John L. Dal Corobbo, Director of Instruction, The Training Academy at Prairie View

Expert Political Judgment

Author: Philip E. Tetlock
Publisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 1400888816
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 368

Book Description
Since its original publication, Expert Political Judgment by New York Times bestselling author Philip Tetlock has established itself as a contemporary classic in the literature on evaluating expert opinion. Tetlock first discusses arguments about whether the world is too complex for people to find the tools to understand political phenomena, let alone predict the future. He evaluates predictions from experts in different fields, comparing them to predictions by well-informed laity or those based on simple extrapolation from current trends. He goes on to analyze which styles of thinking are more successful in forecasting. Classifying thinking styles using Isaiah Berlin's prototypes of the fox and the hedgehog, Tetlock contends that the fox--the thinker who knows many little things, draws from an eclectic array of traditions, and is better able to improvise in response to changing events--is more successful in predicting the future than the hedgehog, who knows one big thing, toils devotedly within one tradition, and imposes formulaic solutions on ill-defined problems. He notes a perversely inverse relationship between the best scientific indicators of good judgement and the qualities that the media most prizes in pundits--the single-minded determination required to prevail in ideological combat. Clearly written and impeccably researched, the book fills a huge void in the literature on evaluating expert opinion. It will appeal across many academic disciplines as well as to corporations seeking to develop standards for judging expert decision-making. Now with a new preface in which Tetlock discusses the latest research in the field, the book explores what constitutes good judgment in predicting future events and looks at why experts are often wrong in their forecasts.

In The Zone

Author: Matthew Rudy
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781676271611
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 188

Book Description
Putting expert and authority Scotty Cameron says "In The Zone" which is beautifully illustrated in full color and now also available in Black and White and is "the BEST information, and strategy to improve your putting. I know you'll enjoy it, and it will get your putting on the right track." Great putters don't think about mechanics when they're In The Zone. But great putters have great mechanics. With Todd Sones-one of the game's most established putting instructors-you'll learn how to achieve both the free mindset that makes for great putting and the great mechanics that make up a trustworthy stroke. With insight from Sones (a Golf Magazine Top 100 and Golf Digest 50 Best Teacher) and preeminent putters in the game like Luke Donald, Brad Faxon, and Steve Jones, you can learn to roll the ball straight without very much effort. After that, you'll build the distance control you need for more "tap ins' on your second putt. He will also share with you green reading and alignment techniques so that you can find your line and set up to it well. In addition to insights about the mental game and the stroke itself, In The Zone is filled with advice about finding the right putter for your stroke and your body, and includes insights from Scotty Cameron, the world's greatest putter designer. Let Todd's three decades of experience working with tour players and regular weekend golfers help you make more putts than you ever have before. "I've known Todd Sones for more than 25 years, and he's one of the hardest-working teachers in the business. He's a genius with the short game, and his systems for wedges and putting are incredible. They're great for every level of player. I highly recommend Todd's awesome new book on putting. The insight and information in it will make every golfer better. This is a book that everyone who is serious about their golf game should have in their library."-Golf Digest 50 Best Teacher Mike Adams"My friend Todd Sones is a great teacher and motivator who works tirelessly on his craft and has helped countless golfers improve their play and enjoyment of the game through both his putting and short game coaching. "In the Zone" will surely help players of all levels to improve and experience more fun by sinking more putts." -Golf Digest 50 Best Teacher and Golf Channel host Martin Hall" In The Zone is loaded with the information needed to become a great putter. Todd's delivery of this information is simple, clear, easy to understand, and will make golfers of all skill levels better with their putting game. I have known Todd for a long time and always marvel at the results he gets from his students. It is a must-read for any player who wants to become a better putter.-Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher Mike Shannon

Putting the Fact in Fantasy

Author: Dan Koboldt
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0593331990
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 353

Book Description
A collection of essays from historians, linguists, martial artists, and other experts to help you write more compelling fantasy by getting the facts right Whether it's correctly naming the parts of a horse, knowing how lords and ladies address one another, or building a realistic fantasy army, getting the details right takes fantasy writing to the next level. Featuring some of the most popular articles from Dan Koboldt’s Fact in Fantasy blog as well as several never-before-seen essays, this book gives aspiring and established fantasy writers alike an essential foundation to the fascinating history and cultures of our own world, which serve as a jumping-off point for more inspired and convincing fantasy.

Putting the Science in Fiction

Author: Dan Koboldt
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1440353387
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Science and technology have starring roles in a wide range of genres--science fiction, fantasy, thriller, mystery, and more. Unfortunately, many depictions of technical subjects in literature, film, and television are pure fiction. A basic understanding of biology, physics, engineering, and medicine will help you create more realistic stories that satisfy discerning readers. This book brings together scientists, physicians, engineers, and other experts to help you: • Understand the basic principles of science, technology, and medicine that are frequently featured in fiction. • Avoid common pitfalls and misconceptions to ensure technical accuracy. • Write realistic and compelling scientific elements that will captivate readers. • Brainstorm and develop new science- and technology-based story ideas. Whether writing about mutant monsters, rogue viruses, giant spaceships, or even murders and espionage, Putting the Science in Fiction will have something to help every writer craft better fiction. Putting the Science in Fiction collects articles from "Science in Sci-fi, Fact in Fantasy," Dan Koboldt's popular blog series for authors and fans of speculative fiction (dankoboldt.com/science-in-scifi). Each article discusses an element of sci-fi or fantasy with an expert in that field. Scientists, engineers, medical professionals, and others share their insights in order to debunk the myths, correct the misconceptions, and offer advice on getting the details right.

Zen Putting

Author: Joseph Parent
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9781592402670
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 244

Book Description
The bestselling author of "Zen Golf" presents a new book of profound wisdom and proven techniques for achieving the confidence in putting that all golfers know is the key to peak performance on the greens.

Dave Pelz's Putting Bible

Author: Dave Pelz
Publisher: Doubleday
ISBN: 0385500246
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 438

Book Description
Combines step-by-step drawings and photographs with detailed instruction in the author's techniques to provide a master class in the art of putting and offers advice on everything from perfecting the set-up to reading a tricky green.