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Be a Player

By: Pia Nilsson, Lynn Marriott, Susan K. Reed
Narrated by: Gabra Zackman
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Golf is a beloved yet technical game, so a sound swing and precise technique are essential. Most golfers who want to improve their skills go to the range and work painstakingly on their swings, not realizing it's often their performance state on the course that needs work, not their technique. Simple things such as awareness of your balance, tension, and tempo, as well as the ability to control mental, emotional, and social variables you encounter while playing, can quickly take your game to a new performance level.

Pia Nilsson and Lynn Marriott, founders of VISION54's groundbreaking and innovative golf program, are here to help. Aimed at both the weekend golfer and the advanced player, each chapter presents a series of "human skills" - including assignments, explorations, and mini lessons - that strip away the complexity surrounding swing technique and playing consistency - the conditional variations that plague golfers.

Be a Player is a must-listen for any golfer who wants to unite technical skills and on-course performance seamlessly and effectively. With this cutting-edge book, you will become a true student of VISION54 and a better player on the course...where it matters most!

©2017 Pia Nilsson and Lynn Marriott (P)2017 Tantor

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one of the better books I have owned.

loved this book.
very different from so many other golf books I have read.
it comes across as a guide and things said seem easy to implement but deep down it's tougher than the technical aspect of golf and will require practice .
I recommend this book to every golfer from a pro to a beginner.

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Simple Steps to Fixing your thoughts

I have been hitting the ball so well on the range but struggled to take the feeling to the course. Great ideas, stories, and steps to help translate the feeling of confidence and trust in your mind. Such an important but overlooked concept in golf and The Game of Life. I really enjoyed the book. thank you to the authors.

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Be A Player

I love their books. Am hoping they will come out with audio versions of the other books they have written.
They are the best coaches in golf. Hope to attend one of their clinics next year

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Helped me get out of my own way

This book really did help me think differently on the course. I quit obsessing over my score and swing and just played. I’m still working on it, but the balance tension and tempo thing has been such a great feel for me! I love the philosophy! Thanks!

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Excellent Book!

I gained a much better perspective on the mental aspect of golf. I recommend this book to anyone who struggles with the enjoyment of their golf game.

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Great stuff.

Listen to the book multiple times to get the most out of it. I've faced all the self inflicted problems discussed in the book many times. I feel as though I'm now better equipped to deal them.

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Excellent resource on mental game

I enjoyed the perspective on “human skills” and have drawn upon it in many rounds. Loved the practice drills. Giving it another listen. Thanks Pia and Lynn!

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Nice addition to my collection

There were some areas that lost my attention. Overall, I would recommend to any fellow golfers wanting to tap into the mental struggle of golf!

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A great read for those looking to grow and improve

This book brought out some great insights from a coach who has worked with some great professional players. I learned a lot as a coach that I can transfer to my players and clients I work with.

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Great book for Drinking Games

I swear if I ever hear the words "Vision 54" one more time I am going to go insane. What would have otherwise been a great listen was ruined by the authors/narrator's incessant mention of "Vision 54". If a new edition is in the works PLEASE edit those two words by 75% and you'll have a winner of an audio book. Just my humble opinion.

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