David Blair of Swing Build Golf identifies the major pitfalls in putting, specifically the tendency to 'guide' the putter head rather than swinging it. He demonstrates a specific wrist-arching technique to stabilize the club and eliminate wobbling, emphasizing a 'freewheeling' motion for better touch and consistency. The video also covers a simple alignment routine for more repeatable results on the green.
Avoid 'guiding' or pushing the putter with a tense grip; instead, let the club head freewheel through the ball.
Arch your wrists slightly to allow the weight of the putter to rest on them, which prevents the club head from wobbling during the backswing.
A small amount of 'give' or natural wrist hinge is acceptable if it helps maintain the sensation of the club head's weight.
When putting on a break, align yourself to the specific target point (e.g., 6 inches left) and trust the swing rather than focusing on the hole during the stroke.
Focus on acceleration and rhythm rather than a long, slow, guided follow-through.
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