This Putting Stroke Tip Will Drastically Help Your Short Game!

Learn how to improve your putting stroke with this simple golf putting lesson from Todd Kolb!
If you've been told that your putting stroke should be straight back and through, you've been misled. If you want a consistent putting stroke, this is one of the best golf putting lessons we have ever done!
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In this video, we look at the putting stroke down the line to help uncover one of the biggest putting myths in golf, help you understand proper putting stroke mechanics, and give you some great golf putting tips and putting drills to help you learn how to putt with more consistency!
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[@jeffpeterson9747]

Makes sense… some days I can’t miss other days I can’t make a 4 footer… this tip is why… when I’m on I don’t think about straight back and thru. When I struggle I think about straight back and thru… makes perfect sense and I am sure I will be making more pars and less bogeys and doubles!!! Thank you sir!!!

[@lindapowell117]

Jim Powell speaking. I do what you are teaching. However, I add one thing. When I set my putter I bring the inside of my elbows in so they just lightly touch my sides. That really helps me to be consistent with my stroke.

[@wpk286]

HI Todd, I had the worst putting of my life two days ago (10 3-putt greens), came home and checked out putting videos on KZbin. I'm a fan of yours (I bought your book) and saw the video where you talked about Cory Pavin and the tip he gave you about turning your left hand under the grip. I also have a balance issue (82 y/o) and tend to drift forward while putting and had been using a straight back and through stroke. I practiced a bit before today's round and 3-putted the 1st hole. I ended up with 5 1-putt greens, 2 birdies and 3 doubles. Show an 83 and my buddies couldn't get over how well I putted. Thanks for that great tip Wayne Kivi Cape Cod

[@USGOLFTVshow]

What a great story Wayne, thank you for sharing. Great to hear when we are able to help our fellow golfers. More one putts to come....

[@greggcarr5513]

Does it bring the putter face square? My miss when I putt is usually always right.

[@apaulmcdonough2170]

There are Two Reasons for a Right (Push) Miss. 1) Actually being Aimed more to the Right than you believe you are. This could be Your own Aiming, or having the Face Aimed more to the Right than you are "seeing". 2) Using a Putter that has Too MUCH Toe Flow. Or a Combination of these two. IF You are Aimed Correctly a Putter with less Toe Flow, even possibly a Face Balanced Putter will bring the Ball towards the Left (Pull)

[@joegonillo9288]

Thanks Todd. Can’t get enough of these informational tips….Will practice and let you know progress.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

You got it, if you enjoy our KZbin, you would really benefit from our book THE BAD LIE. You can find it on Amazon if interested.

[@philmcneish5324]

Thanks for another great video, Todd. I’m really tired of hitting the greens in regulation only to 3 or 4 putt. I hope this helps my putting

[@USGOLFTVshow]

We hear you Phil! Let’s turn those GIR’s into pars and birdies. 👊

[@johnpjacob]

One thing that you haven’t highlighted is that your shoulders are moving together with your arms and as they all move in one piece this keeps everything linked up and enables you to swing the putter smoothly and online.

[@idpaopl]

From San Diego, I "WAS "convinced that straight back and through was the only way. I have a whole golf bag full of putters and was leaning pretty hard into mallets. Your video is working on changing my mind about my stroke. The weaker grip is not something I would think would help, but dang, it does! I am going to watch all your putting videos, thanks Todd!!!!

[@USGOLFTVshow]

John, you made our day with your post and comments. I cover all this and much more in my book, The Bad Lie. Here is the Amazon link if you are interested www.badliegolfbook.com/

[@laurieharper1526]

This is really helpful, Todd. What really counts is that the putter face is flat and facing directly towards the target at the moment of contact with the ball. It makes a lot of sense to work with, rather than against, the way your body works.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

You got it! Appreciate you posting. Are you a subscriber?

[@laurieharper1526]

@@USGOLFTVshow Yes. Yours is one of the most helpful KZbin golf channels.

[@robertmazzarachio7939]

Up and in down and up and in AWESOME video and instructions Thanks Todd 👍👍

[@USGOLFTVshow]

We got you. Did I share our new book with you www.badliegolfbook.com/?r_done=1

[@keithhylton2139]

Great visual!!! Keep it simple!! 👍🏻

[@USGOLFTVshow]

S I M P L E 👍

[@axlpenny]

Hi, can this putting strike be done with a face balanced putter or should we change to a slight arc putter?

[@user-sc3ev1qq8l]

Incredible advice with instant results.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Glad you think so! Have you read our book THE BAD LIE where we cover the entire Vertical Line Swing. See here www.badliegolfbook.com/

[@richardsiles8206]

Wow Todd= great lesson. Thanks so much. What an improvement. Rich

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Very welcome! You can find more of our content at www.usgolftv.com if you would like more

[@patrickhiga803]

Hi Todd, the vertical line swing(The Bad Lie) is working when I excute properly. The misses are totally on me. I able to shot in the low 80s and high 70s regularly now. Thanks for the putting lesson, I'm actually a decent putter, but your lesson reinforced my natural stroke. Take care buddy! Pat from Kapolei HI.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Patrick, good to hear. Thanks for the feedback. Your area is an amazing place! Are you a subscriber?

[@Solittletimetoomany]

I use a long putter because of the yips. Would appreciate some tips. Have a hard time getting the ball online? Thanks for the videos. Very helpful.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Appreciate the post. We have a couple solid videos on our channel on face control with the putter. Are you a subscriber?

[@Solittletimetoomany]

Yes, I am. Like your videos. Very helpful.

[@user-is1lq6se5x]

Thank You for this great information. I really connected with this video as I'm new to golf and have been trying to be perfectly straight back and through with my putting stroke. Very hard to be consistent that way!! The slight arc is so much more natural and my contact is more consistently in the center of the face now!! What is your opinion of Center Shafted Putters?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Center shafted putters are a solid option for many golfer. Relatively easy to use. As a new golfer have you seen this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJC0c5d4hMubj9ksi=QcY4kl78hSsAFTru

[@TheEoconnor75]

Hi, Have you any advice for getting rid of the wips in putting. Ive had them for about 10 years and as a result i now put left handed without any issues. But I would still like to go back to right handed putting. Thank you. Eric O Connor

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Two ideas: Watch this kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4jSnoungLWSfacsi=FrFgy3PYKpmd7EM2 Read this www.badliegolfbook.com/

[@michaelrobertson8791]

Really enjoyed video! Good info! I will use the drills!

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Glad it was helpful! If you would like more, check out our book, The Bad Lie. We have a great section on putting www.badliegolfbook.com/

[@ScottMiller-rx2wc]

Great video Todd. I have done the one handed putt a lot. And it really works. I going to try the three swing drill one handed then add the other hand to get the fill of it.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

You got this Scott. 👊

[@SMahoney-nz6fj]

Thank you for the chipping tips!!!

[@USGOLFTVshow]

You are welcome!

[@jeffreyhumphreys6553]

Great video on putting, as all of your videos! Thanks.

[@orlandomartinez9622]

Great info made it simple and make sense TY again all your videos have been helpful

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Simple is always best 👊

[@carlor.s.4742]

When putting, is there a certain distance one should take the club back for a 6 fter, 10fter etc. or does the distance depend on forward momentum?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Not really as all greens have different slopes and speeds.

[@apaulmcdonough2170]

The consistency comes in the Tempo. Once you are More than about 6 Feet away from the Hole, *the elapsed time from the Start of the takeaway and then back to Impact should be as close as possible to the same amount of time no matter the Length of the Putt.* As Putts get Longer, the "Backswing" does Lengthen AND so the Clubhead Speed must also increase to produce the necessary Rolling Distances.

[@carlor.s.4742]

@@apaulmcdonough2170 Makes sense. Thanks!

[@StacyGator1977]

I’m going to try this. I was totally putting straight up and down and missing majority putts. I’ve been playing for a couple weeks now and I’m addicted. Now if I can learn to distance my putts as well.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

You got this. We have a full chapter on putting in my latest book www.badliegolfbook.com/

[@bryankem2192]

This concept makes perfect sense. I have tried going straight back and straight through and it becomes very inconsistent for me. Like the arc shining much better. Thanks.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Time to make some putts...where you from?

[@RPerry-zs3hl]

An easy way to practice with the putter is to take an alignment rod, or even an iron, and hold it under both arms just above both elbows and pin it to your chest. Take your putting stance and rock the shoulders back and forth and you will see the natural arc of the putting stroke. Do that for a minute or two on a regular basis and it also teaches you what square shoulders parallel to your intended line looks like and the minor adjustments needed in your grip for the putter face to form a right angle to the alignment rod. Give it a try…it works.

[@joeconstabile107]

Where should the ball be in your putting stance while putting? If in the middle of your stance what do you think is a good way to be sure it is always in the same spot. IE:Zipper on your pants, shirt buttons. I have a tendency to tip my head because I putt with an open stance how can I correct the head tip? Thank you

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Here is your answer, watch this kzbin.info/www/bejne/inXbimegbrCUiJIsi=jmEzdLl2hCCFGnu1

[@thomasclark631]

I use this putting method and integrate it with a toe-hang (weighted) putter. Through experimentation I have determined this to be the most reliable approach.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Thomas, you are learning and therefor improving...good for you!

[@michaelmalek3297]

I tend to hit a lot of putts to the right off the toe. I know it is probably related to my swing arc but is there a certain style putter type that would help me push less and hit my toe of the putter less? Would a SC Del Mar or a Seemore center shafted style help or is there another style that would help me ?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Watch this video, it addressed your specific challenge kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIrTYqaYp7B1as0si=YIWurxQEkIJcFpJW

[@lindapinkblue17]

I am just getting started with my putting with a mini golf course putting the problem I am trying to work on is getting a good swing from both my left side and right side

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Welcome, putting is a big part of the game. Are you a subsriber?

[@larrycouden8559]

With this putting stroke, do you recommend a face balanced or toe hang putter?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Generally we like a little toe hang, however it is very much up to the individual. We do cover putting in detail in our latest book THE BAD LIE which you can find on Amazon if you enjoy learning

[@user-ch2fq5tj6d]

Fred from Maine. I really like your videos and can't wait for spring to try your tips and the Maxvert driver I just purchased. You refer to an inside-out swing to cure a slice. Do I square the club head to my line of swing or the target line? Thanks

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Fred, thanks for the purchase and kind words. Yes we want the clubface square to the target line at address while the body is slightly closed. Here is a good video to watch kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqDFfGSEYrNsp7ssi=a_vUHTqf6sxq5sGJ

[@user-ch2fq5tj6d]

Thanks for the response Todd. The video on putting technique looks like it will help. @@USGOLFTVshow

[@thomash.6151]

Great video. Thanks very much indeed for that.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Boom, progress. Hope you are a subscriber and follow the channel, more great content coming.

[@henrywerth6531]

Hey Todd I really appreciate your content!

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Thanks Henry! What other topics would you like to see us cover?

[@richardgulan784]

Great demo and information! Thanks

[@USGOLFTVshow]

We got you covered!

[@Franck9476]

Hi Todd, Another great video, thanks. I don't know what kind of putter i am. For short putts (10 feet and under), i use some sort of pop stroke putting so pretty straight. And for longer putts, i play them with a natural arc. So, what kind of putter do i need : - Face balanced and straight, - Toe balanced for light arc, strong arc ?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Start with a face balanced putter. Most golfers would benefit from that style...

[@Franck9476]

@@USGOLFTVshow Thanks Todd

[@franco2k8]

Great

[@fredclives1276]

Green and putting make you win comps. Head movement dose not matter. I agree with you Todd. Body must be still. Good advice.

[@ElizabethVenuti-fq9dy]

Where can I buy The Lost Chapter. I have the original book, but cannot find the sequel anywhere!

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Hi Elizabeth, you can get a free copy of the Lost Chapter here: vlsgolf.com/pages/youtube Thanks for purchasing the book, be sure to leave us a review on Amazon!

[@johnburnette2191]

An aid that is popular is the Putting Arc which reinforces Todd's lesson.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

The putting arc is 💵 👍

[@leonardgraff7606]

I like your video and I’d like to putt better so I will try this. But… when you demonstrated the straight back and thru stroke, it was all arms. And when you demonstrated the arc you rotated your torso So not an apples to apples comparison.

[@galerauschenberger9411]

I use a long putter and I side saddle putt. I very seldom ever three putt. It's simple and it saves my back, especially when I practice a lot. What are your thoughts about side saddle?

[@stevekeller3643]

Gale- have thought of going this route. Which putter do you use ?

[@galerauschenberger9411]

@@stevekeller3643 it's an old Nike oversized head putter and it's 45 inches long

[@user-hy1gl5fz1q]

straight back on the short putts, arc on the long ones.This is even more true if you use an heavy putter

[@jpdoherty9581]

I like the video but I’d like to know more about reading putts. I just can’t figure them out as they can look different from opposite sides

[@USGOLFTVshow]

We can help there too! Here's a great video we did on reading putts: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZnCXmOqi6aAhK8 The entire process should only take 15-20 seconds, and should be done while others are putting as long as you aren't impeding their putt. Hope the info helps!

[@atxbowlingcoach]

That's great teaching

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Thank you! Did you see our latest video on a tip I gave myself? It added 20+ yards to my drives so I wanted to share. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYnPlGiaoK1ogtUsi=Fvv195iZ595QhHx-

[@lincolnprojectnemesis3253]

Can you elaborate on the importance of ball position. Logic tells me to far forward likely promotes pull, where too far back promotes push. Not only logic, but my personal nemesis. Or is it just me

[@TheSwineheart]

is there a difference between face balanced putter and toe balanced putter ?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Yes there is. This video does not cover your question exactly but is helpful kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZ-kdX-darGHarMsi=owfRBLP1ueZ5NjR8

[@drivinmenutsnuts3380]

Thanks👍

[@richardhurt7703]

I like that you are “rocking” your shoulders in your trail hand drill.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

The shoulders along with the arms and hands all play a role when putting 👊

[@ssobhraj]

Will try at my next housing

[@patrickduquette6614]

Différence between face balanced and toe hang Can you tell me how you will put with a face balanced ??

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Good question. You will want a more vertical shaft angle at address and more tilt forward at the hip joint. I have a full chapter on putting in my latest book The Bad Lie if you are interested www.badliegolfbook.com/

[@josephwilliams1905]

Does the balance of different putters apply?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Yes to some degree, not as much as some people think however, good question.

[@brunomai3337]

Awesome tip

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Thank you! Are you a subscriber/

[@jamesfinley3156]

Can't do the 1 hand drill with my Bernard Langer type putter.

[@user-so6fp7hf9g]

If you know you have an arc in your putting and your putter is face balanced, should you rather have a tie hang putter or does that not matter?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Yes, the putter does matter to some degree. However, it is not as important IMO as the proper set up and stroke. Hope that helps...

[@PaulRuwe-ep9ig]

If I have a center shafted putter would you still say I should not go straight back?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

More so than a putter that is built to swing, yes.

[@johnagricola5954]

It can be done, need to keep your left elbow pointing towards the target/the hole, and cup your left hand, works for me.

[@dennismazuki]

well explained

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Thank you. Hope you are a subscriber.

[@bobgerrykane2514]

Great video. Great drill

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Thanks! Are you a subscriber?

[@bobgerrykane2514]

@@USGOLFTVshow I believe so. If not add me

[@rickcudmore8156]

It would have been a great comparison to have seen both methods.

[@alangoudie2299]

Todd definitely proves NOT TO GO STAIGHT BACK & THROUGH. A more natural easy to do arc is the CORRECT WAY. Thank you Todd.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Thanks Alan, the Pizza Slice video we did proved that. 👊

[@shivashankar448]

Hi I am very interested in doing a 3 day putting golf lesson with you can you pls send me some details thank you

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Shiva, let's talk. Fill out this form for us to connect www.vlscoaching.com/

[@Norstein49370]

Todd, thanks for another instruction, however I do not totally agree, from what I see your hand position, right hand (wrist) below the left hand (wrist) lead to a lowering of right shoulder. I have found, that my grip, where palms are face to face, wrists even, index finger pointing down along the shaft and other fingers interlocking, creates a triangle with shoulders level. This grip lets me swing the putter in straight line, simply by rocking the shoulders. My eyes are over the ball and arms are virtually straight.

[@davidreynolds6401]

Lee Trevino putts on a straight line,best putting tip I have received, move the handle back with the putter head.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Lee is an all time great. 👊

[@raulpendas]

I will try your drills.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Be sure to let us know how it goes. Thanks!

[@Frank-jv3ey]

I heard a million different ways to grip the club when putting. Keep one finger pointing down the shaft - how should I grip?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Lots of ways to do it. We have more details in our new book www.badliegolfbook.com/?r_done=1

[@jimmusial6356]

If I putt with an arc stroke should I chip with an arc stroke?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

In some regards, yes. We cover this in our book THE BAD LIE which you can find here www.badliegolfbook.com/

[@tombatcheller3810]

Ball position makes a difference ?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Tom, you are correct. Watch this kzbin.info/www/bejne/npm9qaBjmMZ4m7s

[@gilellis5983]

We’re are your schools. I have the vls system but would like to attend one of your schools Thanks gil

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Contact us at www.USGolfTV.com for details

[@bobpappa8376]

Hi Todd. I just viewed your putting video. I have a face balanced putter. Can I still use a “pizza slice” swing?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Yes, but a toe hanging putter may be better. Good question

[@arielluna4399]

True 👍

[@garyowens3032]

Suppose u hav a face balanced putter? Gary Owens Myrtle Beach SC

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Same principles apply we believe. We do a deep dive in our new book on this topic www.badliegolfbook.com/

[@jbroering1]

Love it

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Thank you. Have you seen this video we just did kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZ-kdX-darGHarMsi=CfgqG3dRNVzLbOFB

[@niguel4438]

What about mallet putters? Aren’t they supposed to be swung on a straight line?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Yes and no, we believe it is best if there is a small arc to the putting stroke on the backswing.

[@niguel4438]

@@USGOLFTVshow thanks

[@pinstalker]

I do disagree somewhat. For putts 6' and under you do not need to swing on an arc. If you have a face-balanced putter (which supports the straight back motion), the backswing distance is only a foot or less and does not require manipulation of any kind. I pick my intended line, draw the putter straight back a foot or less, pause while looking ahead of the ball at the intended line (from Dave Stockton) and then swing straight down that line. Pausing promotes accelerating thru the putt. I seldom miss using this method. I also putt cross-handed which reduces wrist motion. On longer lag-type putts, then arc putting and some wrist action is useful. My two cents from one of your experienced golfers. Chicago suburbs.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Appreciate you adding to the conversation...thanks.

[@zacharyburton2613]

If you let your lead knee bend as u come back you can still stay on the straight line and my arm stay the same as my putter dose just like your pizza drill and I never not have a flat putt. As if I don't I push with changing the line is that still wrong

[@brianjohnson8918]

I don't have the live view thing, but a "pop" style putting (very short back & very short thru) stroke, which I find extremely useful on very fast greens, seems pretty much a straight line stoke to me. This is not to say an arcing stroke is not valid, but rather that there is more than 1 way to skin a cat.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

True!

[@apaulmcdonough2170]

With a "POP" Stroke any Arc in the Stroke will be less noticeable due to the Shorter Length of the Stroke and Faster Swing Speed of the Putter Head.

[@benmicah6883]

Amen!

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Thanks...time to make some putts!

[@sumitagg1]

What about ball position?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Here you go kzbin.info/www/bejne/npm9qaBjmMZ4m7s

[@charlottebraun948]

Do you use your shoulder or arms to putt?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Combination of the 3. Great question. Most golfers think it is just shoulders, not correct. I cover this in great detail in my book The Bad Lie if you would like to continue learning. You can find it on Amazon here www.badliegolfbook.com/

[@fredclives1276]

I agree you can't put straight back and through. I swing in to in.😀 I put my putter in between 2 tees and putt when i practice.

[@tkmisra6419]

The length of 1foot back and one foot forward for a 10 foot length is minimal hence for upto -10 handicap Don't worry

[@blairsterling6141]

I putted best when I concentrated on keeping my body and head extremely still. I would resist temptation to look up quickly. Keeping head and body still,,,listening for ball to go in.. this is number one fundamental.! ⛳

[@USGOLFTVshow]

You are spot on, being steady is key to good putting. Have you seen this video on putting kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4jSnoungLWSfacsi=4BdG4KzJhJVG9nEK

[@jephatchifamba1]

So the pendulum story has a incorrect? When putting

[@USGOLFTVshow]

We believe so, yes. Here is a good way to learn more kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYW3o5qQaJqmoJo

[@rickumscheid8881]

In your putting drill,do you keep your arms close today your body?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

In general yes...

[@DaveLeeNC]

You can putt straight back and straight through (without manipulation as the video demonstrates) IF your only movement is shoulder rocking in a vertical plane. I am not saying that this is a better way to putt, but the video is simply demonstrating how NOT to putt straight back/straight through.

[@maeu59]

One thing you didn’t cover was ball placement, it must be tangent to the arc or this doesn’t work.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

We cover more set up in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/npm9qaBjmMZ4m7ssi=qINteMHI0LmHiu7J

[@ThomasJensen-xb8nh]

Hey Todd Why can't I get a response to getting a refund for a maxvert that I purchased

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Drop us a note at [e-mail] and we will be sure to get you taken care of.

[@quantumpotential7639]

Not gonna lie. I ordered Dominos half way through this video. 2 medium pizzas later, I'm so full I can hardly stand over the ball and putt. But I feel full none the less.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Haha, hey as long as the info helps you roll the rock! Hope the pizza was good too!

[@grantlecompte5622]

When do you ever take the putter back a foot. Mostly all green speed you would not do that.

[@arielluna4399]

👏👏👏👍

[@paulbrilliant3187]

Happy face stroke happy golfer

[@jeffjackson4145]

Talk more about how to make correct stroke. 90% of video was on what not to do. Not much on actual “Good” stroke!

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Jeff, thanks for the feedback. We do have a full chapter in our book on the VLS putting system. See here www.badliegolfbook.com/

[@mikeruppert958]

You don’t use your shoulders?

[@USGOLFTVshow]

The shoulders are part of the movement, however not the main driver of the movement IMO. It is a combination of arms, shoulders and hands for the perfect mix. Make sense?

[@user-db5bk8wq5u]

always miss le

[@davidcavon637]

You don’t do a proper test! When you attempt straight back and through, you use all hands and arms, but we all know that we form a triangle with hands,arms and shoulders. When you hold steady hands and arms, rocking shoulders, the path of the club is much straighter.

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Fair points, note the examples are for visual and demonstration purposes only.

[@anthonypowell8626]

This is a bunch of bull. He is making exaggerated moves deliberately. He's not moving his shoulders up and down. Anyone can make swings do what they want to.

[@bluenose8442]

It’s not bull. He’s exaggerating it a little, sure but he’s right to a point. On short putts, straight back and through is easy. Longer putts are much harder to keep it straight. A small arc for me is more natural and it works. I guess it’s what works for the individual.

[@AndreeMarkefors]

The amount of misinformation here is staggering. First the whole speech and "demonstration" of what a "straight back-straight through" swing looks like 🤦🏼‍♂ and then the revelation when you bring in the pizza slice and realize "oh, wait, you CAN have the arc straight..." but with an 'on the spot' "explanation" that the putter would have to be vertical... Dave Pelz showed what a straight stroke is decades ago: your hands need to be under your shoulders and then you rock your shoulders in your forward leaning position. The hands-below-the-shoulders part is the vertical component you need. The fact that the putter leans on an angle is just a constant offset that has no impact on stroke shape as long as the hands are directly under the shoulders (creating that vertical plane). This doesn't mean that a straight stroke is best for everyone, but the level of misinformation here just disqualifies the rest of the content. Sorry for the harsh feedback, but I guess it's a case of "we don't know what we don't know".

[@USGOLFTVshow]

Appreciate your honest feedback, thanks. Have you ever tried to "rock" your shoulders without moving your spine or head? In our experience it is almost impossible for the average golfer. Inevitably they rotate their head down and forward on the backstroke and up and back on the forward stroke, end result, the low point of the arc is in constant movement and impact conditions are impossible to control.

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@@USGOLFTVshow I realise my first response was a bit harsh, but you still took the time to quickly reply to my feedback constructively. 👍🏻 I think I would have appreciated the fundamental mechanical baseline for a putting stroke which I'd say is: we're leaning over on an angle. If the hands are outside of our shoulders' vertical plane (straight vertical line from shoulders to ground) then you'll get a clear arc where the hands are moving inside to in. This is easy to test. If the hands are inside of the vertical shoulder plane, we'll get an out to out "reversed arc". Hands below shoulders means "straight". Now, we're not contortionists and I understand that the range of straight-straight motion is limited. But some might opt for it and I think it's valid. If you're looking at face balanced putters, for example, they are often marketed towards this category of golfers. Putting on an arc is equally valid-I think it's a matter of what's more intuitive and repeatable. I felt the notion of a straight stroke was too quickly dismissed.