Adam Porzak of Porzak Golf explains the 'Rungs on a Ladder' system for mastering wedge distance control. By associating backswing heights with specific body parts—such as the pocket for 30 yards and the sternum for 60 yards—golfers can create a reliable system for hitting exact yardages. The video emphasizes finding a '50-yard baseline' as a reference point for calculating all other wedge shots.
Map specific backswing heights to body parts (pocket, belt, belly button, sternum, chest, shoulders, neck) to hit 10-yard increments.
Use the same club (e.g., lob wedge) to maintain consistency across the different ladder levels.
Develop a 'Find your 50' baseline; knowing your 50-yard swing length makes it easier to calibrate shots longer or shorter.
Focus on consistent tempo so that swing length remains the primary factor for distance control.
The ladder system provides a mental checklist to eliminate guesswork on the course.