Resources
Better Practice Better Golf
Books and workbooks designed to help golfers practice with more purpose, develop their skills and perform better on the course.
Written by Dr Nicky Lumb, drawing on her PhD research and experience coaching golfers from club level to tour professionals.
Better Practice Better Golf
The Ultimate Guide to Golf Practice and Playing Your Best Golf on the Course.
Better Practice Better Golf is a practical, straightforward, step-by-step guide that helps golfers at every level—from beginners to tour professionals—practice more effectively. By blending key concepts from learning, skill development, psychology, and performance, this guide offers a comprehensive approach to practicing and performing at your best.
The book is divided into two main parts:
- Part One explains how to practice and optimize your performance. With concise, easy-to-apply tips, you’ll discover practical ways to elevate your game.
- Part Two provides over 75 specific practice drills and scorecards, covering every shot both on and off the course. Whether you’re practicing with your driver, fairway woods, irons, wedges, or putter, you’ll find drills tailored to each club. Many practices also offer progression levels, so as your skills develop, you can continue to challenge yourself and get the most out of every session.
By applying the principles and engaging in the practices detailed in this book, you’ll gain confidence and see real improvements in your game.
Start your journey towards playing your best golf ever with Better Practice Better Golf.
Better Practice Better Golf workbooks
Explore the six accompanying workbooks, each designed to help you develop specific areas of your game through structured practice.
From the books to the app
The principles behind the Better Practice Better Golf book and workbook series also form the foundation of Golf Practice Buddy.
The app brings structured challenges, shot-by-shot scoring, personalised practice and performance analytics together in one place.
Ready to make every practice count?
Build your skills, track your progress and start working towards lower scores with Golf Practice Buddy.
Available on Android and web. iPhone app coming soon.