Golf for Dummies Paperback - 2011 - 4th Edition
by Gary McCord
The fun and easy way to get a grip on golf, this fourth edition of "Golf For Dummies," gives enthusiasts all the latest information on the game, including updated expert advice on everything from improving fundamentals to mastering the game's mental aspects.
From the rear cover
Expert advice for improving your game and getting a grip on golf
Playing golf is fun -- but there's a reason why it's known as the most maddening (if not wondrous) game of all. The intricacies of the sport can tee off even the most patient golfer, but that's where this friendly guide helps! Here, golf pro Gary McCord gives you easy-to-follow instructions and expert advice on everything you need to know to hit the ball farther and straighter, shave strokes off your game, and have a blast whenever you play.
- Get on course -- discover the ins and outs of this mad, great game, from uncovering its history and looking at a standard course to understanding the benefits of "smart" play
- Choose your weapons -- get expert tips and guidance on choosing the right clubs and accessories for your unique needs (and budget)
- Get into the swing -- follow easy-to-understand explanations to warm up your body, handle your clubs, and swing like a pro
- Step onto the green -- find out where to play, how to fit in, and what to expect at public courses, private courses, and driving ranges
- Keep your head in the game -- learn how to overcome the mental challenges of the game, beat bad breaks, and weather the elements
Open the book and find:
- How to grip a club and perfect your stance
- Swing techniques
- Exercises to help improve your skills and fitness
- Common faults and easy fixes
- First-tee strategies
- Info on rules, etiquette, and keeping score
- How to be a smart golf consumer
- What you can learn from the pros on TV
- Profiles of famous courses and players
Details
- Title Golf for Dummies
- Author Gary McCord
- Binding Paperback
- Edition number 4th
- Edition 4
- Pages 416
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher For Dummies
- Date 2011-03-01
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Illustrated, Index
- ISBN 9780470882795 / 0470882794
- Weight 1.36 lbs (0.62 kg)
- Dimensions 9.1 x 7.3 x 1 in (23.11 x 18.54 x 2.54 cm)
- Library of Congress subjects Golf
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2011920889
- Dewey Decimal Code 796.352
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