Review of Play Golf Better Faster: The Little Golf Bag Book

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Review of Play Golf Better Faster: The Little Golf Bag Book

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[Following is a volunteer review of "Play Golf Better Faster: The Little Golf Bag Book" by Kalliope Barlis.]
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4 out of 5 stars
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“Play Golf Better Faster: The Little Golf Bag Book" is a handy reference book for players of all skill levels who want to improve their game rapidly. This book promises a thorough method for learning golf by fusing conventional golf instruction with Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) methods. The application of NLP to golf instruction is particularly noteworthy as a novel and inventive strategy. The book places a strong emphasis on the mental game of golf, which is something that other instructional books sometimes ignore. The methods for keeping equilibrium, picturing accomplishment, and the detailed exercises are not only useful but also well-explained. Golfers are given the mental tools to improve their performance on and off the course by these creative activities, which center on improving memory and correcting poor shots. One of the book's advantages is its portability; it fits neatly into a golf bag. Players can consult it in the middle of a game or even during practice. The design is intuitive, with easily navigable parts and useful advice that can be swiftly studied and put into practice. The book's heavy emphasis on NLP, meanwhile, might turn off some readers. Particularly traditional golfers could find these methods too unusual or esoteric. Furthermore, even though the mental techniques presented in the book are convincing, more thorough physical education would be helpful. This may not be the most comprehensive mechanics-focused guide available. Furthermore, some notions can seem redundant when they are repeated. While reinforcement is an important learning approach, some of the material may have been condensed without losing its impact. All things considered, the Book is an invaluable tool for golfers who want to improve both their mental and physical game. NLP approaches offer a novel viewpoint, and it is admirable that they place such a strong focus on mental preparation and visualization. However, the book falls short of receiving a perfect score due to its specialized approach and sporadic repetition. This book has the potential to be revolutionary for practitioners who are willing to incorporate mental training into their work. For others, it might work better as an additional resource than as the main manual.

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