Finding Your Putting Rhythm

Like a metronome, your putting should have a rhythm that is consistent and constant; you want to use the same rhythm for each and every putt.

Regardless of the length of a putt, you want your rhythm to remain the same all the time.

When your putt is executed correctly the time it takes for your backstroke should be the same as the length of time for your through stroke.

Never rush the backstroke or force the through stroke to increase power, set the rhythm and stick to it.

Never make the mistake of decelerating during your stroke, always accelerate during the through-stroke.

An accelerating stroke is essential when putting uphill or on short putts when you want the ball to bang the back of the cup.

In order to determine your rhythm, are you a quick intense golfer or do you prefer to be a little slower and laid back.

This is an important consideration when developing your rhythm; you want your rhythm to match who you are.

Your walk on the course is one way of determining your rhythm, if you walk fast you will probably want a faster swing, if you are a slow lazy walker, you will in all probability want a more languid stroke.

If you arent sure of your walking pace, walk next to someone who is a fast walker and see how you do.

Now get a metronome, decide on a speed that is right for you (it should be somewhere between 60 and 110 beats per minute).

Choose a beat that is pleasing to your ear and easy for you to follow with your stroke, then practice, back-through (tick-tock) you will find that with some practice you will find the right pace for you to use in your putting.

Remembering the beat will help you if you begin to develop problems with your putting later.