Language: English
Published by Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Sudbury, Massachusetts, 2000
Seller: Vero Beach Books, Vero Beach, FL, U.S.A.
First Edition Signed
Soft cover. Condition: As New. 1st Edition. As new condition glossy color photographic softcover wraps. Includes Praise for The Golf Doc; Author Dedication; Foreword by Chi Chi Rodruguez; A Message From the Author; Acknowledgments; Introduction; Appendix: CPR; Index; References; Credits and Quick Emergency Index. Profusely illustrated with color photographs, black-and-white photographs, color drawings, black-and-white drawings, charts and graphs. Signed and inscribed by the author, Ed Palank, with blue pen on the full title page. "Golfers of all ages can benefit from the health tips that The Golf Doc provides." - Chi Chi Rodriguez. "After reading The Golf Doc, I can't overemphasize the importance of fitness in the modern game of golf. Proper physical preparation and preventative care are invaluable when it comes to maintaining your game." - Greg Norman. "Do you know: Which is a better workout - walking eighteen holes or mowing your lawn? What to eat to improve your score? How to play with a heart condition? Why your eyeglasses may be hurting your putting? Dr. Ed Palank, the Golf Doc, knows. He understands that you can play better golf if you pay attention to your body. The Golf Doc is filled with health tips and useful information on allergies, nutrition, medication, heart care, skin care, vision, playing in adverse weather, exercises for those big drives, course safety, and the mental game. Dr. Palank tells how to prevent golf injuries and how to recover more quickly. You'll find advice on issues important to women, seniors, juniors, and players with disabilities. Stories from professionals and mere mortals who love the game offer inspiration and words of warning. Golf is a game for life; improve your game and your life by staying healthy ." - from the rear outer cover. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Ed Palank, M.D., known as The Golf Doc through his appearances on The Golf Channel and his articles in Golf Digest, is a cardiologist and lecturer for PGA of America. Signed by Author(s).