Golf Past 50

David Chmiel is editor in chief of Senior Golfer magazine, a national publication geared toward golfers 50 and over. Previously, he served as managing editor of Golf Pro magazine, where he wrote news features and opinion pieces and edited other writers' contributions to the magazine. A graduate of Temple University, David holds a BA in English. He is a member of the Golf Writers Association of America, the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association, and the International Network of Golf. He was awarded the Neal Award by the American Business Press for his story, "Cash and Carry," which appeared in Golf Pro magazine in September 1993. In his leisure time, David enjoys playing golf and basketball, participating in other sports, reading, listening to music, and doing home repair. He lives in Maplewood, New Jersey. Dr. Kevin Morris is the managing editor of features at Senior Golfer magazine. He has a doctorate in physical education and sports and is a visiting lecturer at Boston University. He is a member of the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association and the American College of Sports Medicine. A resident of Bronxville, New York, Kevin enjoys playing golf and visiting his family in New Zealand.

Chapter 1. Checking Your Swing- The Grip- Stance and Alignment- The Backswing- Weight Transfer and Balance- The Impact PositionChapter 2. Getting Some Extra Distance- The Setup- The Backswing- The Downswing- Making Solid Contact- Following ThoughChapter 3. Zeroing In on the Short Game- Who Wants a Better Score?- The Pitch- The Bump and Run- The Flop Shot- The Texas Wedge- The Lob Shot- The Lob WedgeChapter 4. Conquering the Greens- The Importance of Putting- Contact Sport- Speed and Direction- Drills and Preparation- The Right Cross?- Model Citizens- Don't Get Jumpy- The Dread DiseaseChapter 5. Managing the Course- Driving Strategy- Your Approach- Think Like an Architect- Adrenaline- Full Shots and Half ShotsChapter 6. Choosing the Right Equipment- You Can't Buy a Game... Or Can You?- Metalwoods- Irons- Wedges- Putters- Shoes- Bags- Grips- Bend but Don't BreakChapter 7. Practicing for Perfection- Shot Routine- Short-Game Problem SolvingChapter 8. Fueling Up- Protein: How Much- Hydration: The Importance of FluidsChapter 9. Keeping the Fun in the Game- You Against Yourself and the Course- Patience- Mechanical Minds- Analyzing Your Game- Building Your Confidence- Trying New Skills- Taking a Break- Smelling the Flowers