Neck Pain And Headaches

According to the front page of the “Life” section in the Toronto Star… “Chiropractors were right. Many headaches are caused by damaged structures in the neck – and scientific evidence proves it.”

The article interviewed a Toronto physician, Peter Rothbart, who concludes:

“We have been about to find an anatomical and physiological cause for many headaches. We’ve found damaged structures in the neck, and have gone on to prove they are the cause of the pain.

“We couldn’t believe it at first. We’ve been able to put together a scientific explanation for how structure causes headaches…”

In the past medical doctors have scorned the idea that neck problems cause headaches when it was suggested by chiropractors. But Rothbart says they will accept the anatomical research results.

Rothbart says doctors can check different bones in the neck to identify exactly where the problem is…If it is a structural problem that will respond to spinal manipulation, Rothbart refers the patient to a chiropractor to have it fixed.”

Footbath Full Detoxification

The ionic footbath is the latest in cutting edge technology and was developed to detoxify your body. This unique device was designed to specifically empower your body to more aggressively address and heal itself.

This innovative detox device will cleanse, balance, and enhance your vital energy force found in your bodily fluids. This ionic foot bath if routinely used, will increase physical and mental energy, vitality, and stamina, while detoxifying the body of harmful toxins, chemicals, radiation, pollution, synthetics, and other foreign material that have clogged up the layers of skin. This new technology as a therapy assists with internal cleansing of the liver and the irradification of parasites. This new process if done on a regular basis may result in less body fluid retention, reduced inflammation, improved memory, a stronger immune system, and more pain relief from headaches, gout, and arthritis pain. During an ionic foot spa treatment, you will actually observe the cleaning process hard at work. As the electric current interacts with the water you will begin to see your body purging or detoxifying. The ionic foot bath emits a very specific frequency that enables the cells to return to a healthy state and remove the waste or toxins.

Let your feet enjoy the warmth of the water. The spa detox will last approximately 30 minutes. Throughout the course of treatment you may see expelled toxins. The water may change color or consistency. It may vary from orange, brown, possibly even black, due to the release of toxic substances through the 2000 pores located on the bottom of each foot. When the water is changing colors, each color represents the area of body that is being cleansed.

30 Minutes a Week Is All It Takes

In their book Total Fitness in 30 Minutes a Week, Dr. Laurence Morehouse and Leonard Gross have put together a program that can get you in good physical condition in only two hours. (Even if you haven’t exercised in the past 20 years). Exercise can be done in the shower, waiting for the bus, or sitting at your desk.

Exercise sessions are done for ten minutes every other day. One minute is spent on limbering up, four minutes on muscle building, and five minutes on cardiovascular exercises. This is a great exercise program for those that truly hate to exercise. Remember – you are only two hours away from good physical condition.

Always consult a qualified physician before starting any exercise program.

Health Report U.S. GOVERNMENT REPORT SAYS CHIROPRACTIC IS BEST FOR BACK PAIN

According to a government study done by the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research, spinal manipulation is the most effective treatment for acute lower back pain.

Lower-back pain is suffered, at one time or another, by up to 80 percent of adult Americans. Next to the common cold, it is the most common reason men and women visit primary care physicians.

For lower back pain this is some of what the report recommends:

1. Spinal manipulation by a chiropractor.

2. Low-stress exercise such as walking, swimming or biking, if the problems are “mild or moderate.”

3. More rigorous “conditioning exercises” for the trunk muscles to start and gradually increase after the first two weeks of pain.

SOURCE: Chicago Sun-Times

(Dimethyl Sulfoxide) DMSO

DMSO was discovered in Russia in the year 1866. Its use was primarily as an analgesic for treating muscle strains, sprains and tendonitis.

Athletes found DMSO to be effective when dispersed over injured body parts. It was quickly absorbed when applied.

DMSO works by blocking the conduction of pain receptors in nerve cells.

The Toronto Maple Leafs baseball team was treated by Dr. Paul with DMSO. He found that an injury treated with DMSO responded in 28 days, compared to taking 42 days healing time for injuries not treated with DMSO.

DMSO can carry substances directly into the body. This can lead to toxic reactions when non medical grade DMSO is not used.

DMSO is best used in 70-90 percent sterile water, and applied about every 4-6 hours. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using DMSO.

Part II Depression

Depression starts when the mood area of the brain is disturbed. The brain communicates through chemicals called neurotransmitters. These chemicals control our behavior, and are controlled by the food we eat.

Eating carbohydrates helps calm down the mind, where ingesting proteins can make you more alert.

Consumption of B-Complex vitamins have shown to normalize brain function. The amino acid L-Tyrosine raises the happy chemicals in the brain, and influences mood in a positive direction.

Genetics can play a part in depression. Around 50 percent of people with depression have one or more parents that suffer from depression.

Consult a physician for more information.

Part I Depression

This is a subject that will affect most people some time in their life. Some get angry, and others become withdrawn. The good news is most cases of depression are short lived, and not serious.

Cardinal signs of depression are: fatigue, back and neck pain, headaches, loss of appetite, binge eating and worse case scenarios include suicidal thoughts.

Depression causes are vast. It can be brought on by stress, improper food intake, allergies and sugar. Lack of sunlight in the winter months can also trigger depression. Research has shown that two hours of a.m. sun is great towards alleviating depression.

Consult a qualified physician if depression is effecting your life.

What Is Degenerative Disc Disease?

Degenerative Disc Disease is not really a disease process. This condition occurs when the disc becomes dehydrated and starts to break down. The causes of D.D.D. are numerous: aging, bad diet, smoking, and a lack of exercise. When discs break down, they become more prone to serious conditions such as disc herniations, disc bulges, and spinal sterosis. The end result is a decrease in spinal strength, speed and flexibility. To a golfer this could be the difference between playing pain free or in pain

Spinal decompression machines can create a negative vacuum that actually helps the disc repair itself. Most golfers can recall playing the game in pain. Spinal decompression can help turn back the hands of time, and keep you on the golf course.

Carpal Tunnel Explained...

Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve (median), which runs from the forearm into the hand, becomes compressed between the displaced bones of the wrist (called subluxation). Nerve signals originate in the brain and follow tracts down the spinal cord through openings between the neck bones (vertebrae). The nerves then travel down the arm and into the hand. At the wrist a semicircular tunnel allows the nerves to travel through the highly mobile wrist area. The tunnel is a narrow and rigid passageway of ligaments and bones at the wrist and contains the median nerve and tendons. The tunnel deforms when there is sprain or damage to the ligaments allowing the bones to move away from their normal positions.

There are also other causes for compression, such as inflammation. Sometimes the nerve is more susceptible to compression at the wrist if it is also pinched or irritated at the neck level. When the nerve is compressed or irritated at both the wrist and neck area it is called a double crush injury or syndrome.

Sometimes, thickening from irritated tendons or other swelling narrows the tunnel and causes the median nerve to be pinched. This is why sometimes anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin or ibuprofen will decrease the pain in some patients. But they really are a no-end kind of treatment that never gets at the cause of why there is inflammation in the first place. They also have significant side effects, especially in older patients where they can cause stomach or intestinal bleeding (ulcers).

The median nerve controls sensations to the palm side of the thumb and fingers except the little finger as well as impulses to some small muscles in the hand that allow the fingers and thumb to move. Pain, tingling and numbness in the hand can be caused by neck problems such as a herniated disk, sprains or subluxations, and arthritis.

When carpal tunnel syndrome strikes the result may be pain, weakness, or numbness in the hand and wrist. Sometimes the pain runs from the wrist and back up the forearm. Many patients will also say that they have other bothersome symptoms such as back and neck pain or stiffness.

Many patients believe that surgery will help their condition or have had it recommended to them. It is important to make sure that a comprehensive diagnosis is obtained prior to contemplating surgery. Surgery is a very drastic and last resort type of option so one should try conservative treatments first. If the problem is an irritated or compressed nerve in the neck, no amount of wrist surgery will help that type of problem.

This information is solely advisory, and should not be substituted for medical or chiropractic advice. Any and all health care concerns, decisions, and actions must be done through the advice and counsel of a health care professional who is familiar with your updated medical history.

Do You Have Pain In Your Feet?

The human foot serves as the foundation of the body, combining mechanical complexity and structural strength. The ankle specifically serves as the shock absorber and propulsion engine of the body. The foot and ankle are designed to sustain enormous pressure while providing flexibility and resiliency.

The foot and the ankle are made up of……..

· 26 bones

· 33 joints and more than 100 muscles.

These components work together to provide the body with support, balance, and mobility. A structural flaw or malfunction in any one part can result in the development of problems elsewhere in the body.

Supination of the foot occurs when the foot rolls outward at the ankle. The most common symptoms of supination are pain through the arch of the foot or pain in the heel. The pain can usually be associated with plantar fascitis or heel spurs. Other symptoms can be back and knee pain.

Pronation of the foot is a condition that occurs when the arch of the foot collapses. Often, pronation occurs as a result of strain on the foot. If pronation is left untreated, serious problems can arise.

Who Am I And Why Should You Listen?

My name is Dr. Bob Moulas. I was born in Omaha, Nebraska in the year 1956. My mother grew up in World War II turmoil in England, and his Aunts in Nebraska raised my father. We didn’t have a lot of money, but most of the other kids in my neighborhood were in the same boat. The weather was usually to hot or to cold, but we still engaged in your typical routine of sports. We played football, basketball, baseball, etc.

I especially loved baseball! Pitching to be exact! My little league career was so much fun! We only had a coach for one year, and then he was drafted into the Vietnam War. My buddy Dan Adams and myself were player coaches at the age of 9. I used to love going up to the plate with my line up, and getting instructions from the umpire prior to the game. The other coaches were usually 50-60 years old. Talk about on the job training! I wouldn’t trade those memories, even for 51% share of Wal-Mart stock!

Why is a Chiropractor writing a mental conditioning book for golfers you ask? It all goes back to Little League Baseball. I discovered at the age of 10, that if you thought of pitching in your mind – it actually helped you on the field. We didn’t get much practice pitching, and I hated to look bad on the mound. It wasn’t long before I was daydreaming about pitching, and I fell asleep thinking of pitching quiet frequently. Sometimes I pitched entire games in my head. My mind taught me how to throw a slider and a curveball in my dreams. Sound Strange? If I had not fallen in love bodybuilding and power lifting in high school, you probably would have seen me pitch at Yankee Stadium.

I was not a natural at golf. I’ve hit a 1 iron 275 yards, and I have hit my driver 350 yards. Golf takes a lot of time and practice. So, I started playing golf in my mind. The results were astounding!

This book was formulated from all my experiences, seminars, workshops, books, friends, and other professionals. Wouldn’t it be great if most of us played scratch golf? Let me show you how to get an edge on that little white ball. Good Luck!

Conditioning By Sports Breathing

Important to relaxation is supplying the body with ample amounts of oxygen. The Sport-Breath will accomplish this goal. This type of breathing will dramatically change the physiology of the body. The Sport-Breath can be used before a golf match, during, and afterwards to help aid in recovery. It can also be used prior to studying, relaxing, lifting weights, etc. This breath should be taken when you feel the need to supply your body with and extra amount of oxygen.

The Sport-Breath is sometimes referred to as diaphragmatic breathing. In diaphragmatic breathing you inhale and draw oxygen deep into the stomach region. This will also totally inflate the lungs. Newborn babies and wild animals preparing for a kill breathe this way in to increase the energy of the body.

When confronted with a negative mishap – most people begin to pant (short, rapid breaths). This will make you tense, angry and fearful. Your heart rate increases and this will cause a loss of coordination, and concentration. Neither of these conditions have any benefit to an individual. Learning to monitor, and control breathing ensures optimal oxygenation for proper brain and muscle cell efficiency.

The Sport-Breath can be done either standing, sitting or lying down. It usually depends on the circumstances of the situation to which position you will use. Exhale through your mouth and empty all the air from your lungs.

Now slowly start inhaling through your mouth and empty all the air from your lungs. Now slowly start inhaling through your nose. Push out on your stomach muscles. You will actually see your stomach rising as you inhale. This will allow you to take in air to the lower section of the lungs. Most people are chest breathers. They never inhale oxygen to the lower sections of their lungs.

While inhaling slowly, it is important to expand you rib cage as much as possible. At the same time you will raise your shoulders to help your inhalation. Hold your breath for 10 seconds.

After 10 seconds, exhale slowly through your mouth. The exhalation should be done slowly, and take about 5 seconds. The body detoxifies it’s self during exhalation. The Sport-Breath should be preformed 5 times.

The Sport-Breath is a very simple exercise. But remember not to over look simplicity. This type of breathing is the secret power behind many golfers, martial artists, weight lifters, basketball players, etc. I recommend the Sport-Breath be performed 2 times daily for the rest of your life.

You must breath in about 18-22 ounces of air to get 1 ounce of air into your blood stream. Diaphragmatic breathing relaxes our emotions, and lets go of tension. The Sport-Breath strengthens abdominal, and intestinal muscles. This will in turn take pressure off the low-back region. While being a Chiropractor – I can really appreciate this exercise. Do it regularly, and it may keep you out of my office.

After a deep breathing session you will have better mental concentration. This in retrospect will increase your ability to create mental images. The more you use this exercise, the more efficient your body and mind will perform.

Improve Your Mental Game

What is your handicap? How much has it improved the past year? These are commonly asked questions within the golf community. The real truth of the matter is that most golfers have not improved their golf scores through the years.

Golf Synergy was designed to help you develop the necessary mental traits that many Championship Golfers posses. Psychologists agree that most sports require 75% mental, and 25% physical ability. I believe that to become a successful golfer you must be able to put 90% of your mental power into each and every shot.

Thomas A. Edison once said, “The only reason we need a body is to carry the brain around”. Our brains are more complex than any computer ever built. If a computer was to be built that would match the power of your brain, it would have to be housed in the Empire State Building, and it would take al the electricity used by New York City for a week, to run it for one hour.

A balanced golfer is able to react to adverse conditions without blowing his cool. He wants to know the cause behind the circumstances. A winner reacts to misfortune in an objective manner without involving a lot of unnecessary emotions.

This course has been divided into 6 modules. I have intended for you to spend about one week on each module. If more time is needed, please take it.

I have attempted to illustrate each module in a simple
Fashion. Please be careful not to over look the simple. It is only from the simple, that we may begin to explore more complex issues. The changes that occur will be made in a precise order, and exact time frame.

You will be taught how an average man like Tom Kite (in just about every sense of the word average) can make the jump to being one of the leading money winners of the P.G.A.

The answer to all of your questions about developing into a much-improved golfer is here. Take advantage of the opportunity to review each section on a daily basis. Repetition is the key to being successful.

If watching your golf scores drop dramatically is your goal, then the next six weeks will change your life forever!

Inferiority Complex

At some time in your life you made a decision to feel inferior to others. In the majority of cases most people develop inferiority complexes at a very young age. Maybe you were not very good at sports, school, singing, etc. The major problem with developing these complexes at such a young age is, that it can interfere with the development of your abilities as you grow. In some more severe cases people develop the “who cares attitude”. They give up trying to do things, when the going gets a little tuff.

I threw the discus in the 9th grade, and was reasonably successful at it. I got recognition, and had a lot of fun. I won most of my meets, and was ranked #4 in the state.

While warming up for the State Discus Finals, I was watching other athletes throw. At that instance, I decided that I could not win, and probably not place in the top 5. I convinced myself that I was inferior to these other athletes.

I relayed this message to my subconscious mind, and it obliged me. I threw 10 feet less then I had been throwing all week, and ended up in 7th place. Why did I do this to myself? I had brought out an inferiority complex that already existed in my mind. I actually believed that I didn’t deserve to win.

Others can force inferiority complexes upon you. It can be a parent or coach that tells you that you’ll never amount to anything.
Michael Jordan was cut from his high school basketball team, because his coach felt he didn’t have the ability to play Varsity basketball. This is a case where a person believed in himself, and his abilities. He chose not to develop an inferiority complex.

Once the inferiority complex is adopted by your subconscious mind, the game is on. At this point most people try to compensate for their feelings. They say things like “ I could of beat you on the 18th hole if the wind hadn’t blown my ball into the sand trap”. They don’t realize they have an inferiority complex. How can you fix something if you don’t know it is broken? The advantage of the golfer, who is aware of his complex, is that he may set up some plan or action to change it.

Other golfers will develop a habit of feeling superior. They have an outer armor that appears to be indestructible, but they are just putting forth a smoke screen to protect their inner fragile self.

Learn to accept your limitations, focus your goals on things that you can change. You have abilities that others do not. Build upon them day by day. Never accept your inferior complex as being unchangeable! Be honest with yourself, and keep looking for opportunities. Decide where you want your golf game to go and smash through all barriers that you encounter.

Auto – Action Portfolio

Why do you do the things you do? Sometimes it is hard for us to explain our actions. To help get answers about the inner you, I have included a series of personality questions. They will give you an inside track on figuring out what caliber of golfer you want to be, and what will you need to change to accomplish your goals.

As you read each question analyze whether it pertains to you. Take more time with those questions that have deep meaning with you.

These questions will have a dual advantage. They will give you valuable knowledge about yourself, and they will provide information on how to communicate with your inner subconscious mind. In the next module we will analyze your answers. Be honest with yourself when answering these questions.

Before you start to answer the following questions, close your eyes and take 5 minutes, and ask yourself where you want your golf game to be. Think about the skills and attributes you want to have, and think about the attributes you now have.

Auto-Action Portfolio

Answer: O = Occasionally Y = Yes N = No

1. Is decision making difficult for you?

2. Are you unhappy with your life?

3. Do you feel guilty about not doing things?

4. Are you irresponsible?

5. Do you have difficulty taking advice?

6. Are you under ambitious?

7. Do you lack energy?

8. Are you moody?

9. Do you lose your temper easily?

10. Do you often get mad at yourself?

11. Do you destroy things when you get angry?

12. Do you hide your feelings?

13. Are you a procrastinator?

14. Do you have low self-confidence?

15. Do you ponder over past mistakes?

16. Do you compete in every game you play?

17. Is relaxation difficult for you?

18. Do you fear criticism?

19. Are you afraid of losing?

20. Are you passive?

21. Are you slow to recover from emotional problems?

22. Are you unfocused?

23. Are you unwilling to take risks?

24. Are you pessimistic?

25. Are you unmotivated?

26. Are you dependent on others?

27. Do you feel intellectually inferior to your peers?

Auto-Relaxation Conditioning

The purpose of Auto-Relaxation Conditioning (A.R.C.) is to relax the nervous system. This is accomplished when the body secrets the hormone nor epinephrine. This hormone has a profound effect on muscle relaxation. When in a deep state of A.R.C., the muscles are relaxed, and the flow of electrical charges to the brain is greatly diminished. When a golfer becomes angry, i.e. hitting your ball into a sand trap. The muscles will tighten up, and overload the brain with electrical impulses. This creates tension in the body, and can dramatically affect our next shot. Worse yet, it can ruin your whole game. Anyone for shooting in the 150’s?

A.R.C. is commonly referred to as mental or psychological gymnastics. It can help rid ourselves of counter productive emotions that may plague us in competitive situations.

To become a master of A.R.C. will take approximately 3 months. Take your time learning this skill because it will set the foundation for learning the techniques of Golf Synergy. In as little as 3 sessions you will notice pleasant changes in your body and mind. Your concentration will become more focused. Don’t force yourself to relax, because this can create negative images within your subconscious mind.

Check List for A.R.C.

1. Practice in the beginning in a dark room.
2. May be performed while lying down, seated, or in a reclined position.
3. Loosen clothes, and remove shoes.
4. You may listen to soft music if desired.
5. Perform Auto-Breath 3 times.
6. Now make a fist with the right hand while saying the word “Relax” now relax your hand.
7. Say the following to yourself: My face is relaxing every wrinkle is being smoothed out. My jaw is relaxed. Repeat 2 times.
8. Both my arms and hands are becoming heavy and warm. Repeat 2 times.
9. My shoulders and upper back are slumped and relaxed. Repeat 2 times.
10. My chest feels relaxed, and my heartbeat is
steady and calm. Repeat 2 times.
11. My stomach and low-back feel warm and soft.
Repeat 3 times.
12. My legs and feet are becoming heavy and warm.
Repeat 3 times.
13. Repeat to yourself that you feel very calm and
relaxed.
14. Feel, as things appear to be moving in slow
motion. Don’t try to control your thoughts. Just
let them float by like clouds in the sky.
15. Be careful not to fall asleep at this stage.
16. Continue in this state for about 10-15 minutes. Always have a quiet clock in eyesight!
17. At the conclusion of you’re A.R.C. open your eyes and make a fist with your left hand while saying the word “GO” now relax your hand.
18. Now sit up slowly, and do some light stretching exercises. They will help wake up our body. You will feel as if you have taken a nice long nap. You are now ready to continue on with your day.
19. Practice A.R.C. everyday for 2 weeks. Then change your practice to 1 time per day, 3 days per week.

Auto – Goal Setting

Before you are able to improve your golf game, it will be necessary to set goals. This is where you tell your brain which direction it is going. You must set goals that will push your mind and body beyond its normal limits. You can accomplish whatever you really desire. Do not listen to those little voices of doubt in the back of your mind.

Decide where you want your golf game to improve. This is the time to get passionate! Let yourself dream of already accomplishing your goal.

Most people fail to goal set because they are afraid of failure. They want to avoid pain. Some are afraid of success. Learn to associate pleasure with goal setting, and link massive pain to not reaching your goal. Don’t let life pass you by. Nobody ever won on a sure bet. When you have a goal that excites you, every cell in your body becomes turbo charged! You will become obsessed, and nothing will be able to steer you from achieving your goal.

Make a picture of your goal in your mind. See every detail unfolding as if it were a motion picture. What will you see? What will you hear? What will you feel? What will you smell? Who will be present? It is imperative that your goals are stated in a positive format. An example of this would be: I want to win the company golf tournament, and set a new course record.

As opposed to: I don’t want to finish second place an out of the money.

Try to insure that all your goal outcomes are in your control. Do not become to dependent on others to reach your goal. Encouragement is good, but never let anyone interfere with unleashing all your untapped energy toward your goal.

Next, set a time and place where your goal will be accomplished. Don not let anything side track you from sticking to this time frame.

If possible, try to visualize any barriers that may stand in the way of you reaching your goal. Be prepared for the worst even though it probably won’t happen. Be very honest with yourself. If you run into a barrier, plow through it. Remember – link massive pain to not working through a barrier.

Decide where you are at the present time. What will be needed in the way of mentors, equipment, etc? Start to chart a road map that will lead you to success. Chart short, medium, and long-term goals to keep you on track. Know what needs to be done on a daily basis. Don’t waste time, because it is a precious commodity. Always stay focused!

Create a 15 Second Goal Mission Statement to help you stay focused on your goal. Include as much detail as possible about achieving your goal. Commit this statement to memory, and repeat it upon wakening and before retiring to sleep.

Try to feel as if you were actually achieving your goal. An example of a Goal Mission Statement would be: I’m at Augusta National on the 18^th hole. I am putting for a birdie that will insure me a victory at the Masters Tournament. I feel very confident and energized. After repeating your Goal Mission Statement, you should feel flooded with energy, and excitement. If you don’t maybe you have picked the wrong goal. Take your time with goal setting, because it will allow you to build a powerful mental foundation for life.

Auto-Diagramming

Golfers are capable of exhibiting multiple emotions. These emotions can be positive, or they may be negative in nature. Learning to communicate such feelings with your inner, (subconscious) mind will be quite helpful in reaching your goals.

Diagramming will uncover many facets of your life. It can show you that your future goals can be effected by past coaches, books, sports, people, etc.

This type of goal setting is not only productive, but is fun to perform. One thing will lead you to another. Some things will not appear to make sense immediately. Relax, and move your mind to another area of the diagram. Do not become critical of yourself. You can do no wrong here. Let the inner you take over.

Now go to a quite place where you will not be disturbed for the next 20 to 30 minutes. You will need a pencil, and a piece of paper. It’s time to construct your Auto-Diagramming Blueprint.

Diagramming Your Goal

1. Bring to mind a goal you would like to accomplish in the next 6 weeks. Make sure it is goal that really excites you.

2. Write your goal in the center of the paper and put a circle around it.

3. Now close your eyes, and relax for a few moments. Ask your inner mind to give you suggestions on how to reach this goal. This may seem a bit esoteric, but the answer you receive will amaze you.

4. Now open your eyes, and write down the first thing that comes to your mind. Put a circle around it and draw a line connecting it to your goal.

5. Please look at diagram 1-1. This person’s goal was to break 80 over 18 holes. Notice the many facets they have blended together. They equate breaking “80” as being fun, in control, and very enjoyable. Some of the things you will diagram will have a direct effect on your physical training, but keep in mind that our main goal here is developing mental toughness.

Past experience has shown us that the more clearly we can define our goals the more chance they will have of becoming a reality. Our will to win will be strengthened. This will directly influence our strength, coordination, balance, and endurance.

It takes about 2-3 seconds to swing a golf club, but keep in mind that your body and mind will process over 90 bits of information during this time.

After completing your Auto-Diagramming Blueprint. Put it in a place where you will be able to see it on a daily basis. The more you review your goal – the deeper it sinks into your inner mind. Make a habit of reading your Goal Blueprint upon wakening, and again before retiring at night.

Auto-Focus Conditioning

When on the golf course it is not uncommon to encounter many distractions. They come in the form of people talking loudly, airplanes, large trees, etc. It is imperative to develop the ability to focus, and block out all undesirable stimuli. You cannot pay attention to more then one thing at a time. Winners are able to focus all their attention on a single goal for a long period of time. Remember the following equation:Control of attention = control of focus. If you are not in control of your focus you are not in control of your golf game.

The following drill will help you learn how to develop the power of focus. Before beginning this drill, perform the Auto-Breath 3 times. Then relax your body through Auto-Relaxation. In time you will be able to reach full relaxation in 2-5 minutes.

Auto-Focus Drill

The purpose of this drill is to train our conscious focus on one event, and eliminate any extraneous interference.

Practice this drill 10 minutes 2 times per day for 2 weeks. The effectiveness of this Auto Focus Drill, you will be able to climb to the next level of Golf Synergy conditioning.

Sit in the middle of a room; with one radio about 3-4 feet from your right ear, and another radio the same distance from your left ear.

Have the radios at the same volume, but on different stations. Close your eyes, and focus your attention from one radio to the other every 15 seconds. Continue this drill until you are able to hear only one radio at a time.

This drill will come in handy on the golf course when people are trying to disrupt your focus.

Auto – Visualization

1. Bring to mind a golf shot you made that really impressed you.

2. Relive in you mind everything about the shot.

3. Visualize the scenery, the sounds you heard and the feel of the golf club, etc.

4. How did you feel emotionally?

5. What did you smell?

6. Now play the shot in your mind.

7. Focus in the parts of your body that were involved. Try to feel the sensations in these various areas.

8. Did you feel relaxed, tense, powerful, happy?

9. What can you recall about your golf

10. What did you see? If it was a putt, did you see

the ball breaking towards the hole, and dropping

into the cup?

11. What did you hear? The sound of your club striking

the ball? Then the clanking noise of the ball

dropping into the hole?

12. Now combine all pictures, sounds, and feelings to

Enhance this experience.

13. Now assign a “Title Word” to this mental movie you

just created in your mind. This will enable you to recall this experience at will.

14. Initially use Title Words before and after Auto

Focus Conditioning to further integrate the

Experience into your nervous system.

Learn to control your attention, and you will improve your golf score. We often think of terrible consequences if we don’t make a good shot. This can cause tenseness, and depression to occur immediately. Focus can add power to any event, mental or physical when teeing off don’t hear voices, don’t see T.V. cameras, etc.

Some Martial Artists are able to double focus with this we mean they are able to keep their focus on fighting after they have had bones broken in their body. Hopefully things will never get this extreme in the game of golf, but who knows? Someday you may be called upon t play with an injury. With this type of training you will be prepared.

During warm ups, take time before or after to focus on your up coming game. As you become proficient at Auto Focus Conditioning, you will only need to close your eyes for a few seconds to replay your mental movie. Experiment with this technique, and customize it t fit your needs.