Great to learn proper technique and positioning.
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I've been doing yoga for over 20 years and this is one of my favorite teachers.  If you want to be able to get into positions correctly this is a great resource.  Modifications are also given...as well as encouragement.  Lovely teacher and setting.  Enjoy.
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Great training video with lots of wonderful tips!  The information re timing and posture is very helpful and you can actually do it along with the video to improve things.  Showing the importance of practice without your dog is great too.
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I like how the basics are explained to you in a clear and easy way, I can't say that it will help you greatly because if you do not practice you won't have the muscle memory. But this is a great guide to follow with some friends maybe to start practicing. What spots you could be hitting to stun your attacker. It has also some extra tips on what to wear and how to avoid having to defend yourself in the first place. That part I really liked.
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I just purchased this book to help improve my tennis game.  I have been playing just a few months with my roommate (who was a professional tennis instructor).  He is good at demonstrating different techniques and shots, but I needed to have something to help me when he was not able to be around to instruct me.

The book is very nice, paperback, with full color pictures on quality, glossy paper.  I often toss it in my tennis bag, so it's durable too.

The book shows each shot in a succession of four to six photos from four angles.  It then goes in depth detailing what you should be doing at each moment of each swing.  They cover most of the basic forehand, backhand, drop shot, overhead, and volley shots.  They also have a couple of service demonstrations (though I would recommend watching some youtube slow motion videos for learning service technique).

The book also includes a few pointers about the game, such as touching briefly on scoring, serving (which side, etc), sportsmanship, conduct, doubles formations, and a glossary.  Overall an invaluable book for a new player, but one that I think will only be of great use until a 4.5 to 5+ level.  Great for the developing player, and it has helped my forehand topspin quite a bit!
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Well recommended for good reason. The video does a nice job of showing moves and positions easier for older seniors who cannot execute the typical postures of Yoga. Pick and choose what you can do. We need to practice more but, so far, I am pleased with this video
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I played the bass (self-taught) as a teenager and have now picked it back up after over 20 years of a break. Back then, I played with my friends who actually knew what they were doing, so I slacked on a number of core topics, like music theory.  This is my first attempt at a bit more meaningful instruction and I find this course is very well done. I am only about 3 lessons deep at this time. Roy spends a bit of time initially on music theory (I feel that this topic can be explained a bit better. Along with some basics from the Internet it can be easily augmented, though.)
The first two lessons were especially helpful to me. I could immediately learn some basics that improved my plucking technique as well as my left hand positioning and to avoid cramping and weird finger stretching.
The PDF version of the booklet is very helpful as well. Amazon offers this course at a significant discount over other online retailers (I think the SRP is about $250 and some other sites offer this for $200.)
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I have fluctuated between a 3 and a 6 handicap for the last several years, and have struggled with chipping and medium length putts more than any other aspects of my game.  As a relatively low handicap player, I was decent but not great with my short game and made my way off of my ball striking.  Previously I have worked on and utilized methods espoused by Stan Utley, Dave Pelz, Leadbetter, Harmon, and many others.
After golfing with a guy that was utilizing some of the techniques Mickelson teaches in this video I decided to order the DVD and give it a try.  Simply put, the guy was money.  He made fairly tough chip shots off of tight lies look routine, and he was very good inside 15 feet with the putter.

I immediately put Mickelson's chipping and putting stroke techniques into play and saw drastic results.  My biggest nemesis - chipping from tight lies - used to give me fits.  Many times I would chip twice or more on a single hole, either hitting chips fat or skulling them over the green.  The most important rule of wedge play is to make sure at all costs that your next shot is a putt.  The closer the putt that you leave yourself the better, but you must never ever leave yourself with another chip shot.  Using the hinge and hold technique, it just became much easier and my confidence soared.  That, combined with Phil's putting stroke technique has taken pressure off my iron game because I don't feel like I have to hit darts into the green and I can hit more conservative approach shots.

Phil's methods are simple and easy to learn.  He basically teaches to move the putter down the target line with a square face that closes on the through stroke to promote "draw spin".  His wedge tips are designed to keep the club gliding through the turf / sand as long as possible, and using an aggressive, accelerating swing.

I have posted 7 scores since i started using these techniques, and every one of the 7 rounds will count towards my handicap.  That means I'm playing my best golf in a long time, and it's thanks to the techniques from the DVD.
The production quality is good, and the materials well presented.  What can I say here - buy it, study it, practice it, put it into play, and watch your scores come down.
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very well written and very informative, my technique has improved greatly and my positioning is much stronger.
Gives tips in easy to understand ways to help improve regardless of fitness level.
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It is a fun way to learn how to play the guitar, it's easy for anyone just starting out. Being a visual learner, the pictures throughout the lessons make finger placement easier. Being able to actually see the placement on the guitar and where to strum would be a key to my success in learning the play the guitar. This book makes for a quick study. I would definitely recommend this book to someone who is just beginning their adventure in guitar.
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I bought this book with the intention of working my way through it to improve my overall tactical play. I found the problems well researched (no errors) and of sufficient level to challenge me. Im graded 1870 and managed to solve most of the problems but many of them took a while to figure out. I think that the problems would even provide useful practice for master level players.
So far, I've worked my way through the book two and a half times and I use it along with the Kindle book " Practical Chess Excersises:600  lessons from tactics to strategy"  as the base for daily tactical practice.
The book has helped my tactical play a lot and I'm very happy with it - money well spent.
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Great book.  This helped me learn to grip my guns better and with my stance.  I can shoot better more consistently using the techniques that Gabby teaches.
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well I liked this DVD!  The instructor broke things down at a pace that lets you to comfortably learn the moves before they move on.  Also, there is a wide range of moves to learn.
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I've only been playing for eight months, so this is a beginner's perspective...

I read this book five months ago, and did a few of the exercises one day while reading it.  Looking back, I believe that it helped me to discover that I can relax and trust my bodymind to handle the stroke mechanics. I putt pretty well for my experience level, and it amazes me how little I contribute consciously, once I've looked at the line.

The exercises are exploratory -- rather than instructing the reader on how to putt, they set up an experience where one discovers how to putt.  If you lack confidence in your putting, I'd suggest giving these ideas a try.
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So one thing I want to mention for any amateur magician or anyone who wants to be a magician is that you will need dedication. I've watched many magic shows, but this one actually taught me how to do the tricks. But one thing I will emphasize is that you need practice.

The very first thing in volume 1 is to learn (and of course practice) different card techniques. These take a lot of practice, and I realized how out of practice i was once I started manipulating the cards. Controlling the card and manipulating the card is part of the elegance of magic, so it's important to understand and know how to do it. It's necessary to be natural at your moves.

The DVD includes 2 lessons on technique and 5 tricks. I would recommend watching and practicing the techniques again and again until you can perfect it as that is one of the most important parts of magic.

The fact that this is a video dvd helps to see the tricks in action. And these tricks are ones that I haven't seen in magic lesson books either. But being able to replay the dvd again and again will help me learn the tricks. By the author's definition, I am a magician, and I suppose I'll admit I am. I just need to become more practised with it.

Would make a great gift for any novice magician.
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I found this book to be helpful in providing variations to existing techniques as well as developing counters, reversals and drills. I recommend this book, particularly to those whose style may not include controlling techniques.
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Great book, I have especially enjoyed the D4 and Spanish opening sections. I think that if your willing to play through the positions outlined many times it can really help to improve a beginners game.
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Good solid and sound training methods. Hard to go wrong following these techniques!