Today, I want to share some insights on how you can dramatically improve your putting skills, because we all know that a great putt can make or break your game.
There are two types of practice – block and random. In block practice, you hit the same shot, from the same lie, with the same club. Repeatedly.
Block practice is very useful if you're working on something new, particularly something like a new technique or swing mechanic that you're trying to ingrain. But at Titleist member Dr. Greg Rose shares that, block practice is not the most effective way to learn and build skills that will translate out on the golf course.
Example: Block Practice is hitting same shot 50 to 100 times in a row.
To make the most of your time and to see results the next time you play, you have to devote a significant amount of your time to random practice. In random practice, every shot is different. You hit one shot and then shift gears, planning a new shot where you switch targets, change lies, select a different club, etc. As Greg shares, every research study done on learning has shown that random practice is far more effective than block practice when it comes to building golf skills.
Random practice you make every shot different, one might be 4 foot, 3 foot, next is a 5 foot putt, from different areas around that hole, so you are learning to read the green, know the speed you need to have to make that shot.
So the next time you head to the range or short game area, switch it up. Move around, and force yourself to improvise. Play random shots and create different challenges. You'll see the results on your scorecard!
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