putting- body alignment

Question
Hi Robb,

I was wondering in putting should your forearms be aligned parallel with the target line?

Thanks,

Answer
Hi Connor;

Why not?

But then again you have to look at other putting styles.  Let me give some examples.

What about the person who putts side saddle? In reality only one of their arms will be parallel without them contorting their body into a position that makes them both parallel.

Or how about the person who uses a long putter or belly putter?  While it is possible with a belly putter to have the forearms parallel to the target line, with a long putter that does not necessarily hold true as with most long putters the hands and arms are separated.

Why not experiment with every type of putting style you can and find the one that works best for you.  I see you are in Australia, go see one of the professionals in your area, befriend them and pick their brain some.  You will be amazed at the different answers you get.

Talk with you soon and see you on the lessons tee

Robb Nunn
PGSA Professional