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Summary: Tiger Got Zen!!
Review: From start to finish this book is unpretentious. I came expecting-(crassly, I admit)- to find a "How-to-hit-Home-Runs by Mark McGwire" type of book, but I got a refreshiing step by step introduction to the mindset of how a golfer thinks, deals with and plays the game.Woodses' Recollections of his triumphs and slip-ups reveal the man behind the young hero and his worthiness to the title of role-model for our youngsters.Many more to you Mr. Tiger Woods-and many more like you to follow in other fields of endeavor.
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Summary: Great book from Tiger himself
Review: This book is a winner because of all the pictures to go along with the invaluable knowledge from Tiger Woods himself.
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Summary: Tiger Watching: Lessons in Patience and Perseverance!
Review: If you are like me, your golf swing will never be confused with Mr. Tiger Woods’s magnificent arcs. On the other hand, I enjoy watching him on television (even a lot of nongolfers do, too), and How I Play Golf is a very valuable, detailed look a how he eats, exercises, practices, prepares mentally, thinks through shots, sets up, and executes. I found this book to be the most revealing look at one golfer’s game that it has ever been my pleasure to look at and read about. Even if I can never learn anything from his game, I will certainly watch his game with a more educated eye in the future!One of my major complaints about the photographs in most golf books is that the images do not illuminate what the text describes. These photographs are both well coordinated with the text, and easy to evaluate from an amateur perspective. I especially enjoyed seeing the details of the different grips Mr. Woods uses. I got several ideas for experiments to try in order to cure faults in my swing with those grip examples. Another complaint about books by famous golfers is that they encourage too many people to emulate them. Mr. Woods makes it clear that this is how he plays golf, and why. In several places, he points out that his solutions will not be right for you. On the other hand, he plays with a lot of amateurs in pro-ams and studies with top teaching professionals. From those perspectives, he has a lot to say for the amateur, weekend golfer. A great strength of this book is that it shows you and describes each element of the game from many different perspectives. You often see very large color photographs, from different angles. In other places, the degree of grip pressure is explored in considerable detail, with useful calibrations to experience. The text also describes why one approach works in a given situation and another one does not. For example, there are almost as many illustrations of common faults as of proper practice and performance. Seeing the “wrong” and the “right” side-by-side makes the message much clearer. In a few places, Mr. Woods also explains how his special physical skills permit him to do things that won’t work for very many other people. For example, he can feel the degree of “squareness” of the club head as it approaches the hitting zone and can make fine adjustments with his hands just before contact. He uses a grip that takes advantage of that talent. On the other hand, he cautions the reader to model the full swing on a golfer who has a similar physique and stature to oneself. The book contains a lot of sound advice of the sort that you would eventually pick up by reading about 50 issues of Golf Digest. Those who want to see basics outlined all in one place will like this book. It has a lot of the richness of a Dave Pelz book, but is simplified to make the material easier to absorb and remember. I also liked the way that key points are repeated throughout the book, in order to help drive them home. Having watched a lot of Mr. Woods’s tournament rounds, I was pleased to see that he used many references to shots that I remember to make certain points. I was particularly impressed by his assessment that he seldom hits a “perfect shot” in remembering only one in the 12 tournaments he won in 2000. Perhaps the most interesting advice in the book is to swing at only 80 percent of the effort you can make. I have always found that it makes sense to build my game from the putting green back towards the tee. I was delighted to see that this book takes the same approach. Naturally, you will be tempted to skip ahead to the “blast away with the driver” sections, but do read all of the book. There’s lots of good information here. I have played with a number of pros who love to hit their drivers from the fairway. Imagine my fascination when I saw that the book has a section on how to do that.
If you are like me, you will come away with increased respect for the dedication that it has taken to develop this amazing level of skill and coolness. As Mr. Woods says, there are no short cuts. In fact, he has added a lot of discipline since first winning on the tour at 21. No matter what happens to you on the course, or in life . . . keep your chin up and relax!
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Summary: You don't have to golf to enjoy this.
Review: I've read three extensive excerpts (Sunday Telegraph supplements) and it made me want to golf, even in the cold rain. I took inspiration from all parts of the game he described, and marvelled at his mastery of the golf swing.
If you never read another golf book, read this one. I would recommend it to anyone, golfer or not. Even some Physics academics could learn something here. My short game has always been reliable, but now I want to go to the Pitch 'n Putt every weekend. I will be re-reading these excerpts again, and maybe someone will notice this book on my Wish List this Christmas.
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Summary: A good but not great book
Review: Having read this book cover to cover and thoroughly enjoyed it, I have to to say it is a good book, though not a great book. If you are thinking of buying this book as a means to establishing a sound repeating swing, I would strongly recommend reading Faldos, A Swing For Life, first. It will provide a solid foundation for the advanced techniques in this book. Tiger is no doubt the best the game has ever seen, but I think Faldos book will help most amateurs more.
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Summary: Practice, practice, practice...
Review: We only see the glamour of success, the impossible putt, the droll delivery of a comic. What we don't see is what this book can not give you. That is the mind-numbing tedium of practice and refinement of technique.
Buy this for advice, but a book on golf does not a golfer make.
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Summary: Destined to Be A Classic!
Review: Tiger will not only be one of the game's greatest players, but also one of the game's greatest students! From his coach to his competitors to observers, he is known as one so passionate about the sport that he studies, refines and experiments with what is best for him. This is an exceptional production -- large in format, with wonderful photos and drawings and aids to communicate visually the teaching point Tiger is getting across. It works! For example, see the neat grip guesser visual on putting pressure. Many of us amateurs don't even begin to think about grrip pressure, especially with the blade. The section on the head game is superb! Tiger's strength is here and there is such good advice and an abundance of it. I'm just starting to mine this top-notch resource which we've all been excited to have from Tiger. From that captivating, genuine smile on the cover through each page, we will find much to import into our golf games. Play away!
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Summary: Not only a really big Book but also the greatest!
Review: Oh my god! It's my word came out when I pick it from packaging. This book is exceeding my expectation. I've been tracking Tiger's writing work for two years at his website and admire his writing skill same as his golf skill. Not only techniques but also Tiger's tales are interesting. Most of all, the layout, artwork, pictures and illustrations are wonderful. The book is a must for all Tiger's fans.
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Summary: A life saver!
Review: This book is truly a life saver for me. I am a single Mom who decided to take up golf a year ago for fun, relaxation and to introduce my eight year old son to a sport we could play together. We both have golf lessons with the same golf pro and we have made steady progress. My son is now in Junior Golf and plays tournaments each week. My problem is he never listens to any advice I give him! Obviously I am no Earl Woods and there isn't any one around to take on that role except me, hence our golf games were becoming stressful, frustratinag and everything but relaxing! I now have Tiger by my side! My son can read the book, look at the photos and see exactly what he should be doing. The book is easy to read and contains precise instructions. The photos are superb and guide the reader through every step of the swing. Tiger's thoughts about the game are inspiring and insightful. A great book, a great read and a life saver for those of us who do not have a wealth of experience and wisdom about golf to fall back on. I know my game has improved since I obtained this book and so has my son's. Thank you Tiger.
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Summary: "Tiger Tips" from business author Tom Hinton
Review: Tiger has really come through for golfers of all ages and handicaps with this easy-to-read book on how he works his magic!
Although he's relatively young, Tiger has demonstrated how people in all walks of life can achieve their dreams and realize their potential through practice, discipline, and a positive mental attitude. It also helps to love what you do! Tiger is a true competitor and he loves to win! This book will inspire you and help you understand how Tiger masters the mind game as well as the course! Buy it, read it, apply it in your life today!
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