The Path to Becoming a 'Putting Master' ③ Correct Practice Methods

Practice Solid Hits and Low Strokes Using Coins
Create a Steady Rhythm with a Tempo Metronome
Increase Putting Accuracy by Aligning the Jaw and Stick

Nothing is more important in golf than putting. It is a skill directly linked to the score. At the 87th Masters Tournament, the "Battle of the Masters," held last month on the 10th at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, USA, putting experts delivered impressive results. Here is a guide for amateur golfers to become "putting masters."

Golf is an honest sport. You get results proportional to your effort. Among the skills, there is one that can show effects in a short time: putting. If you practice diligently, you can receive compliments like "putts like a pro." This is a training method you can do at home. Prepare some coins. Place two 500-won coins stacked on a putting mat. Practice putting to remove one coin. This trains hitting the sweet spot accurately. It is good for practicing a low stroke. Your putting accuracy will improve noticeably.

Putting can show results in a short period of time with practice.

Tempo is important in putting. To maintain a consistent stroke, the swing should neither be too fast nor too slow. Download a tempo metronome app. Practice stroke tempo and rhythm according to the BPM. Generally, set it so that a sound is made at address, backswing, and impact. Putting strokes are usually done in 3/4 time. This secret helps eliminate distracting thoughts and focus only on rhythm.

The start of putting is crucial. The path of the putter when pulling it back is important. Use a ruler at home to practice starting the golf ball. Place the ball on a ruler about 30 cm long and make putting strokes. On the putting mat, align sticks or golf clubs side by side about the size of the putter head and practice strokes. Practice steadily whenever you have time. If your body shakes a lot, close your eyes and stroke. This is very effective for short-distance putting.

The most difficult thing for weekend golfers is distance control. This is due to the unfortunate reality of not being able to go to the field often. Place golf balls at different distances on the putting carpet. Repeat practice so that the balls gather within 50 cm past the target. Naturally, you will develop a sense of distance and gain confidence in putting.

If you booked a golf course just because it is famous for fast greens, you need to train differently. Use a yoga mat instead of a putting mat. The green speed of a yoga mat is about 3.3 meters. You cannot achieve the desired result with a hitting stroke. You need to make a soft stroke. On the yoga mat, the ball rolls consistently without bouncing. You can identify problems with your stroke.