The Practice Manual, by Adam Young, offers a comprehensive guide to effective golf practice. The book emphasizes the importance of structured practice sessions, focusing on specific skills and using data-driven feedback to track progress. Young provides a variety of drills and exercises to help golfers improve their technique and consistency. He also explores the importance of developing a consistent practice routine and using technology to enhance learning. The book is designed to help golfers of all skill levels improve their game through more efficient and effective practice.
The Four Foundations of Golf, by Jon Sherman, delves into the fundamental aspects of the game, providing a comprehensive approach to improvement. The book emphasizes the importance of understanding the four key areas of the game: the mental game, the short game, the full swing, and course management. Sherman offers practical strategies and drills to help golfers improve their skills in each area. He also explores the importance of developing a consistent practice routine and using data-driven feedback to track progress. The book is designed to help golfers of all skill levels improve their game and achieve their goals.
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Adam's book, The Practice Manual, celebrates its 10th anniversary and 100k copies sold mark! In this episode, we discuss the evolution of golf instruction, the importance of understanding impact laws, and the distinction between macro and micro techniques in improving golf performance.
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