Golf Tips: Straight Back and Through Putting Drill

There are two primary methods regarding the putting stroke and the line the putter travels on.  The first is the "straight back, straight through" method.  The 2nd is called the "swinging gate." Straight back, straight through drill Today we are covering an easy drill which will help if you are trying to achieve a straight back and straight through putting stroke. Grab two pieces of wood, two large books, or two of anything you can lay down on the ground at the heel and toe of your putter.  Two 2x4's work great. Lay the pieces of wood (or whatever you are using) down parallel, just an inch or two wider than the width of the putter head.  Practice your putting stroke, trying not to allow the putter to make contact with the rails. [caption id="attachment_996" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Left frame: starting position. Middle frame: back stroke. Right frame: follow through[/caption] The lower your degree of skill, the wider you can start with the rails, putting them closer to the putter head's width as you fine tune your stroke. This drill will help you get the feel of the straight back and straight through putting stroke and hopefully help you get putts rolling on the intended target line better than before.