Golf Tip #6: Open Putting Stance - Against The Grain But Effective

Author: Adam Beach

Article source: http://www.worldgolf.com/. Used with author's permission.

I know.....I know this is not your typical mainstream tip. Just hear us out on this one. Do you want something that works or do you want something that looks good? And this really does work.

Ever feel like no matter what, you are just never going to be a good putter? Well dont feel so bad, a lot of people feel that way. We have seen so many people putting with a (Square Stance), that we just do not question it. And we say to ourselves. "Well if the Pros do it then so should we." But if I am not mistaken the "Best Golfer of All-Time" until Tiger passes him putted with an (Open Stance). And if you ask a lot recreational golfers of his era they will tell you they too putted with an (Open Stance) back then. By the way we are referring to Jack.

So lets break down the putting stroke and why we feel it is better to putt with an (Open Stance).

Must Haves In A Putting Stroke

1. Square Shoulders to Line.
2. Eyes over ball.
3. Consistent take back and follow through along the intended path.

Disadvantages to Square Putting Stance

1. Lose sight of the intended path.
2. Does not allow arms to swing down the target line in a free manner.
3. Distances are harder to judge once you have lost contact with the hole visually.

Advantages to Open Putting Stance

1. Better sight line at address and during stroke.
2. Arms swing down the intended path more freely.
3. More comfortable.
4. Easier to judge distance control.
5. The list goes on........and......on

If you go out and give this a try make sure to still keep your shoulders square. Give it a try and let us know how it works for you.

Adam Beach
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