Golf Begins at 50 [Paperback]

Gary Player (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 15, 1989

Winner of 133 tournaments in twelve nations, Gary Player is one of only four men ever to have won all golf's major championships. He shows how he has adapted his game as he's gotten older, recommending techniques for senior golfers. 70 photos, 40 drawings.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

In this book geared to older golfers, golf champion Player clearly illustrates techniques that will improve scores by compensating for lost strength and flexibility. Player focuses on playing problem shots by explaining his famous "walk-through" driving style and offers clear directions on exercises that will train "golfing muscles" and aid in performance while reducing back strain and extending a player's longevity. He also shows how senior players must compensate by altering their playing strategy. Following his techniques and advice promises to add years to the enjoyment of an amateur golfer. Although a little heavy-handed when discussing Player's philosophy of life and golf, the book is a great find for avid golfers of all ages. Martin J. Hudacs, Towanda H.S., Pa.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster; 1st Fireside ed edition (June 15, 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0671683195
• ISBN-13: 978-0671683191
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.3 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,180,943 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best Golf Books, February 6, 1999

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This review is from: Golf Begins at 50 (Paperback)

Gary Player's "Golf Begins at 50" was a timely book for me, as I came back to golf at age 51 after a 25-year break while I was doing other things (backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, etc.). This book includes instruction on all phases of the game. It isn't a beginner's book. Rather, it is for experienced golfers who want to continue playing well and improving after they reach the age where they aren't as strong and flexible as they used to be. Among other things, Player teaches you how to get extra distance by hitting a draw, and how to save your back with his so-called "walk through" swing. He also gives good advice about playing intelligently, and recommends exercises for physical fitness over 50. Player was one of the first pros to recognize the importance of physical fitness for good golf, and nowadays most pros and top amateurs agree with him. In my collection of about 30+ golf books, this is one of my 5 favorites. I recommend it for both men and women, and you don't have to wait until you are 50 to benefit from it. -- Bill from Bangor

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Physical Fitness for Golf, September 16, 2011

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Carl E. Welty (La Quinta, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Golf begins at 50: Playing the lifetime game better than ever (Hardcover)

Gary Player WON 18 Majors in professional golf. 9 on the regular tour and 9 on the Champions tour ! Amazon.com is where I found this book. Interested and committed to physical fitness his whole career. Great motational book for those needing a little push. Carl Welty