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Hello. This is my first post to this forum. I am a 57 year-old beginner from Long Island, NY. I've played just long enough to have developed terrible habits: an inconsistent bottom of my arc (sometimes topping the ball, sometimes hitting fat, sometimes just right), and a rather severe out-to-in , too steep swing path. I attended Mike Hebron's camp when I first started, but I don't recall him using TGM principles in the brief time that he spent with us. Frankly, he spoke in riddles. I have also taken individual lessons with several local pros, but still haven't come close to breaking 100. Given my background:
1. Do you feel that TGM can help me? From reading comments from TGMers on other forums, my impression is that most are already excellent golfers. I have always been a good athlete for my size (5'8"), so this is frustrating me. I am willing to work on my game, but I have much more time to do so during the summer.
2.If you feel that TGM would help, would it be better for me to focus on being a swinger or a hitter? Could you explain why in layman's terms?
3. From the excerpts I've read, Homer's book seems too advanced for me. Is there a video, other than Mike Jacobs' "Explosive Golf" that explains TGM in terms that I would understand and be able to execute? I liked Jacobs' tape very much, but it only taught the swinger method. For example, would Ben Doyle's or Brian Manzella's tape be better for a beginner? Or, is there a better option out there?
4. Finally, can you recommend a TGM teacher on Long Island, other than Mike Hebron? I was thinking of giving Mike Jacobs a call, but he's quite far from where I live.and I don't know if his swinger emphasis would suit me.
5. SwingNorthtoSouth, I noticed that you are from the Island. I would particularly welcome your feedback.

Thank you all in advance for any insights that you can provide.

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