Wrists or No Wrists While Putting
I was taught to minimize my wrist movements during my putting stroke. I have used this lesson throughout the years and feel I have a fairly solid putting stroke. I have tinkered with it over the years and have settled on my current stroke that involves very little wrist action. After watching a Brad Faxon video, I might wonder if I need to change or at least experiment with moving my wrists slightly while putting. I will have to think about that for a while, but the conversation is important.
Over the years, I watched many different putting strokes while playing golf. Some looked weird and yet effective. Others looked awesome, but never hit the target line. I do not think there is a 100% correct answer to this question and before I delve deeper into the subject, let’s see what Brad Faxon has to say:
The synopsis of the video is for each player to try varying styles suggested by Faxon and develop a unique putting stroke that works for your game. It really does not matter what it looks like as long your are comfortable and successful. I know that my stroke was developed after thousands of putts and every once in a while I get too wristy, especially on long putts. Once I identify my putting error, I revert back to my standard putting stroke and regain the confidence I usually feel on the greens.
Developing a putting stroke does take time, practice and usage in pressure situations. It is not something we as golfers need to rush into, but it does take a bit effort to hone our unique putting stroke. This process is definitely one of the paths of my golf journey and I think it might be one for you.
I am a grateful golfer! See you on the links!
