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Every Shot Must Have a Purpose : How GOLF54 Can Make You a Better Player | 
 enlarge | Authors: Lynn Marriott, Ron Sirak, Pia Nilsson
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Media: Hardcover
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Pages: 224
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Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 5.5 x 0.5
Publication Date: September 22, 2005
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Its not about changing your swingits about changing your mind: Two legendary coaches give golfers a powerful new approach to the game... and to life. As coaches to some of golfs top players, Pia Nilsson and Lynn Marriott have designed and refined a revolutionary way of teaching the game, with phenomenal results. They dont believe in prescribing the same stance, grip, and swing to everyone, followed by hours of purposeless drilling. They dont even believe in beginning with physical technique. Their success has proven to them that a great game begins with a great vision. Unlike any other golf book, Every Shot Must Have a Purpose offers cutting-edge techniques for integrating the physical, technical, mental, emotional, and social parts of a players game. The books revolutionary pre-shot routine will improve your focus, leading to a golf swing that is not only successful but can be repeated under extreme pressure. Emphasizing the individual golfer rather than a rigid set of mechanics, their VISION54 method takes the frustration out of the game. Why 54? Because they believe its possible to shoot a 54 (making a birdie on every hole of a par-72 course) if you have the right mind-set and well-honed intuitive power. An engaging read for the beginner or the seasoned golfer, Every Shot Must Have a Purpose is inspiration for life, not just the links.
I have been impressed by Pia ever since I saw her in action in the late 1980s, first as a player and then as my coach. Pia is open-minded and intelligent and possesses the desire to constantly help others develop... I have been inspired to follow her beliefs and life philosophy.
Annika Sorenstam, LPGA
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 Integrating all Aspects of the Game October 27, 2005
45 out of 48 found this review helpful
Once the basic foundation movements have been learned, Golf, like any other sport begins to become more mental than physical. We have all felt under great pressure at times. And when the pressure is great, we tend to not do as well. We freeze, we miss things that we wouldn't otherwise. We screw up.
In their #1 ranked golf school, GOLF54, the authors teach that playing golf well requires a combination of the physical, technical, mental, emotional and social parts of a players game. Most of this comes before you even get to the ball. This pre-shot focus routine improves a player's focus, leading to a golf swing that is not onnly successful but can be repeated when your performance is under considerable outside pressure.
Written in a light and easy to understand style, this book consists of a series of 22 short chapters, each devoted to one small aspect of improving your game.
Great Book March 12, 2006
32 out of 36 found this review helpful
At first I resisted buying this book because I really was more interested in a book that helped me with the mechanics of the swing. I didn't want to read more about being relaxed, be the ball etc. But the more I visited the Amazon reviews the more intrigued I became and bought the book. I am glad I did. It is a lot more than I thought. The author's concept of the "think box" and the "play box" is something I now use and it works. Lots of other concepts that have helped me are also in the book. Recommended to all.
 Good premise but doesn't meet expectations July 17, 2006
29 out of 37 found this review helpful
I was caught up by the title of this book and after skimming a few pages decided to buy it. After getting more deeply into it, however, I realize that it doesn't live up to its hype, in my opinion.
If you're not familiar with this teaching method, similar to "Extraordinary Golf" which I happen to prefer, then this book is probably a breath of fresh air to you. Most golf books focus on very specific physical aspects of the swing, which to the beginning golfer is pretty much a waste of time. If you're just getting started, you need to find someone you can trust to help you understand the basics of the game on a driving range and a low-key 9 hole course. DON'T DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:
1. Sign up for an expensive set of lessons with an "expert" instructor. S/he will convince you how klutzy you are unless you spend $1,000+ to get the latest equipment and another grand for more lessons.
2. Try to play a standard 18-hole par 72 course right off the bat (especially on a weekend). You can't maintain the required pace of play, will get extremely frustrated, and will probably piss off your playing partners and the groups behind you.
3. Go spend a lot of money on gadgets like swing correction devices, or instructional videos/DVD's. These might increase your initial enthusiasm, but eventually they'll collect dust in your garage.
This book is probably not for beginners, either, as it assumes you've had some of the above experiences, and need a kinder, gentler approach to the game. It especially downplays the importance of swing instruction, and says to learn how to understand your own natural swing rhythm. It says the best way to become the best golfer you can be is to focus on all parts of the game, including mental and social aspects. I pretty much agree with this philosophy. The most important part of playing golf is to enjoy yourself. If you hit one good shot during a round or practice session, you'll probably come back to try to do it again. But hitting more good shots than bad ones takes lots of time and patience, so you might as well relax and enjoy your surroundings while waiting for that next great (or even acceptable) shot to come.
Ok, now for my complaints. I think every golfer needs to figure out his/her setup routine, and I happen to prefer mine over the one recommended by this book. I understand what the book's approach is, but I like to take a practice swing or two right next to my ball, not behind it as the book tells you to do.
Also, the book tells you to practice on the driving range like you're playing a round, and switch clubs after every shot. I believe if you're a beginner this is not necessary, and usually you want to try to stay with the same club until you've hit at least a couple of good shots in a row. To follow this book's logic to its correct conclusion, you should hit a drive, then an iron, then a 20-yard chip, then go over to the putting green and hit a couple putts. Not practical. I've tried simulating playing conditions on the driving range, and the fact is that while you can and should work on specific kinds of shots, you can't really simulate what it feels like to actually hit off the first tee with three other players watching you. Again, I agree with the book that you should do everything you can to make yourself a better golfer on the course, but I don't think simulating a round on the driving range is particularly helpful or necessary for most people.
My last complaint is that the book seems to place too much emphasis on the usage of this technique by Annika Sorenstam and the Swedish women's golf team. Yes, Annika is potentially the best woman golfer ever, and I admire her mental approach to the game. But there are lots of great golfers with lots of different ideas about how to enjoy golf, and perhaps more importantly there are lots of average golfers who also have a positive approach to the game. The book seems to be saying that you have to "Be Like Annika", instead of saying "Be Yourself" and find your own methods of making golf worthwhile.
Try "Extraordinary Golf" or even "Golf in the Kingdom" if you want to read better books on the total experience of the game.
Start here to improve your game and become your own coach November 1, 2005
22 out of 24 found this review helpful
Pia Nilsson and Lynn Marriott along with their co-writer Ron Sirak have continued to establish the gold standard of golf instruction, whether in person or through this book. I can think of no better place for all golfers - novice through elite levels - to start their journey to better scores and all-round fulfillment than this book. Not only will this book teach you how to become your own best coach by learning what you need to do to create your most successful swings under all conditions, it will impart personal development skills, knowledge and methods that can be used in other important areas of your life.
A Sports (Golf) Psychologist's Review November 16, 2005
21 out of 23 found this review helpful
Pia and Lynn's book, Every Shot Must Have a Purpose, is a must read for those interested in improving their mental game in golf. I have studied almost every book on the topic and this is, by far, the best to date. I am providing my students with a copy before starting their training. I use the HeartMath biofeedback technology, as well as Bobby Foster's Mental Golf Profile which are highlighted in the book. Well organized, to the point, and practical strategies for immediate benefits. This is not wasted academic theory, or sports-psychobabble...it is the real deal.
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