452: Marcus Potter - Proven Putting Secrets From a PGA Coach
Wicked Smart Golf
Tempo: use a metronome
Marcus advocates metronome work (two-to-one ratio) to normalize tempo, lengthen backswing and smooth acceleration.
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In today's episode I'm joined by Marcus Potter, founder of Potters Putting and one of the most respected putting coaches on the PGA Tour. Marcus has helped everyone from elite juniors to Tour winners develop a stroke they can trust under pressure — and today he breaks down the same principles you can use in your own game.
In this episode, we'll cover:
- Why putting setup is everything.
- The best training aids for your putter.
- How putting tempo can clean up your stroke.
- What the best golfers in the world do on the greens.
- What to do when you're putting well for future success.
- How to practice indoors this winter without ruining your stroke.
And a lot more tips to stop 3-putting. Make sure to follow Marcus on Instagram and use these tips to make your practice, "wicked smart" approved.
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