Roy Palmer

Roy Palmer

About

Author and Alexander Technique Teacher

I am a teacher of The Alexander Technique and teach sports people how to move in a way that improves performance and reduces the risk of injury.

I've written three books to date on the subject of sports performance and 'The Zone', my latest looking at how golfers can get into the perfect state of mind to play at the peak.

Murdo

Murdo

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<p>When Jessica Bryant pesters her wealthy parents to allow her to have a dog as a pet, the answer is a resounding &quot;No&quot;; but they soon come to regret their decision when thier home is broken into one evening whilst they are out and their daughter kidnapped and held for ransom. The kidnappers, in the form of four seedy and incompetent characters wearing Disneyland-type masks, take her hostage and keep her incarcerated in a place from which there appears to be no escape. However, they reckon without the resourcefulness of our heroine, and the courage of a wonderful stray dog who comes to her aid and whom she names 'Murdo'. And so begins an exciting and humurous accounting of the couples' adventures together as they consistently foil and outwit the abductors whilst on the run together.<br /> This is a lovely story of the friendship between a girl and a dog, bringing out themes of responsibility, camaraderie, redemption, salvation and self-sacrifice. It includes some wonderful dialogue sequences as Jessica teaches her new four-legged friend how to communicate with her, with additional delightful conversations between the animals when a rabbit and a sparrow join forces with them in an effort to outwit the kidnappers and restore Jessica safely back to her parents' home. </p>

Story Behind The Book

It was a golfer from Australia who put the idea into my head to write this book. He contacted me after reading my second book, 'Zone Mind, Zone Body' to say how much it had helped his golf. That book wasn't specifically about golf but he found the techniques I'd used to 'get into The Zone' changed the way he played golf - for the better :0) I'd taught a few golfers in my role as a teacher of The Alexander Technique, a remarkable movement re-education method, to help with reducing injury and realized just how many golfers make it harder than it really needs to be. The techniques in this book are the result of working with many golfers of all abilities and will show you how to become a more consistent, accurate and powerful player by eradicating poor habits you may not even notice. Feedback so far has been very encouraging and I hope you will find it just as beneficial to your game.

Reviews

&quot;I love this book and have used the author's suggestions with my students (and on myself) with great success. Over the years I believe I've tried and read everything about golf. This is something new. I'm reading the book again now for the 2nd time. <br /><br />This material helps you free your mind. That's something I've been trying to get across to students for years. This book has given me the language and tools to express that. The terminology found here is very helpful and it's reinvigorated my teaching and my game. Every golfer should read this book.&quot;<br /><strong>Dan Gensamer, Par Tee Driving Range. West Columbia, S.C. </strong><br /><br />&quot;The techniques in Golf Sense helped me eliminate frustration and confusion from my game. The simple tips on how to focus will make you aware of things you don't actually have to do. For example, many players tighten their jaw and grip before the shot. However, when they stop doing these things, they feel more in control of the shot. Golf Sense bridges the gap between idea and practice by giving practical examples of how to attain the `state' called The Zone. And golf seems so much simpler when you're in it! Excellent book - I'd recommend it to all golfers.&quot;<br /><strong>Andrew Neil, Australia</strong> <br /><br />&quot;Roy Palmer has created a valuable resource for all golfers. No matter what your skill level is, you can not fail to benefit from Roy's advice. I recommend this book to anyone, beginner or pro, who wants to give their game a mental boost.&quot;<strong><br />David Balbi, 1999 NCPGA Teacher of the Year</strong>