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The one-two beat

How to do it

Pick three distances (3, 6 and 9 paces) and putt to each one counting quietly 'one' on the backswing and 'two' at impact, always at the same beat. The only thing that changes between distances is the length of the backswing, never the speed of the count. Three balls to each distance; if the beat speeds up on the long ones, restart the round.

What fault it fixes

Frequently asked questions

What is the "The one-two beat" drill for?

Set a constant rhythm and regulate distance with backswing length only

How do you do the "The one-two beat" drill?

Pick three distances (3, 6 and 9 paces) and putt to each one counting quietly 'one' on the backswing and 'two' at impact, always at the same beat. The only thing that changes between distances is the length of the backswing, never the speed of the count. Three balls to each distance; if the beat speeds up on the long ones, restart the round.

How long does the "The one-two beat" drill take?

About 15 minutes per session, 18 reps.

Sources

• Dave Stockton (con Matthew Rudy) — Unconscious Putting
• Dave Pelz — Dave Pelz's Short Game Bible