Fix It Yourself: Recognize and Correct Golf Faults | St. Martin's Press

Overview

Fix It Yourself distills decades of coaching into a practical, self-guided program you can use on your terms. This modern edition blends time‑tested fault-finding with contemporary performance insights, speaking to players at every level—from casual rounds to focused practice sessions. The aim is clear: help you understand your swing, diagnose faults, and choose deliberate drills that fit real life, without promising instant miracles.

What you’ll find inside

• Solutions to 72 of the most common golf fault areas
• Drills and exercises designed to cure persistent faults
• Full-color illustrations that show grip and swing step by step
• An instruction package to identify weaknesses and systematically eliminate them

Each section combines concise explanations with visuals to make complex ideas easier to absorb. The format supports quick reference on the range or at home, while inviting deeper study when you want to drill deeper into technique.

A modern approach for every level

Thirty years after the original, Leadbetter reimagines the format to align with today’s performance tools. The guidance is approachable for recreational players who may not have access to elite training tech, yet it also resonates with serious enthusiasts who want a clear, repeatable framework for practice. The blend of practical instruction and vivid visuals makes it feasible to build better habits, one session at a time.

How this guide supports your game

The program offers a structured path to awareness and improvement, designed to fit busy schedules. It emphasizes active practice, not quick fixes, and encourages players to translate professional insight into self-guided routines.

• Identify specific faults and monitor progress across sessions
• Practice targeted drills designed for steady improvement
• Use illustrated demonstrations to refine grip, stance, and swing rhythm
• Adopt a coaching mindset that translates professional instruction into home routines

With color illustrations and clear steps, you’ll be guided to apply concepts on the range, at home, or before a round, turning observations into deliberate practice that aligns with how you want to play.

Practical design and real-life use

The book’s visuals and layout are crafted to feel accessible in real-world moments—the range after work, a quiet practice space at home, or a quick study session between rounds. You’ll find actionable cues and relatable scenarios that help you pair feel with technique, building confidence in your day-to-day game.

• On the range after work for focused fault work
• At home with a mirror or hitting into a net
• Before a round to sharpen your pre-shot routine

If you’re seeking a clear, practical path to better rhythm and consistency, this guide offers a thoughtful starting point and a steady, repeatable process you can revisit as your game evolves.