In today’s edition of Play Smart, we introduce a game-improvement training aid from WhyGolf that will help golfers play smarter by teaching them to read greens with their feet. Being able to accurately read greens is an incredibly valuable skill that is often underrated. Without this skill, golfers are essentially throwing darts in the dark when it comes to putting on the greens.
Most golfers traditionally rely on their eyes to determine the break of a putt. However, our eyes can sometimes deceive us. A putt may appear to break in one direction, but in reality, it breaks the opposite way. That’s why it is crucial to have a plan B when our eyes and the course play tricks on us.
Using your feet to read greens is a game-changing technique. WhyGolf has developed a revolutionary training aid called the Slope Plate, which is a part of their comprehensive Green Reading System. This training aid allows golfers to measure the slope of the putting surface with their feet, enabling them to make more accurate judgments on how much a putt will break.
To begin reading greens with your feet, the first step is to determine the grade of slope on the putting surface. By straddling your line and feeling the slope under your feet, you can assess the severity of the slope and predict how much the putt will break. For instance, a gentle slope may have a 1% grade, while a more pronounced slope might be 4%. The extent of the break primarily depends on the severity of the slope.
Using the Slope Plate makes training your feet to identify the grade of slope much easier. Simply find a flat surface, place the training aid on the ground, and stand on top of it. The Slope Plate is designed with gradually increasing slopes on either side, with the severity of the slope intensifying as you move towards the edges. While standing on the training aid, you can look down between your feet to gauge the grade of the slope you are feeling with your feet. This training will significantly improve your ability to read greens accurately during your actual round.
Brad Ott, a WhyGolf ambassador, explains that the purpose of the Slope Plate is to “teach your feet how to feel slope.” By familiarizing yourself with the sensation of different slopes during practice, you will become more adept at recognizing and interpreting slopes on the course.
Once you have determined the slope of the putt on the actual course, you can utilize the Green Cards provided in the Green Reading System. These cards are designed to help you determine the amount of break your putt will experience based on the speed and slope of the green. Simply find the corresponding information on the card and it will guide you on how many inches your putt will break.
The combination of accurately determining the slope and speed of the green, and aligning your putt with the guidance of the Green Cards, will greatly enhance your chances of sinking putts. Your putt should track directly into the hole when executed correctly.
Using the Slope Plate and the Green Reading System from WhyGolf will revolutionize your green reading skills. Say goodbye to guessing and hello to precision. Train your feet to become your most valuable asset when reading greens. Watch the informational video above for further insights into this innovative system.
Frequently Asked QuestionsHow does the Slope Plate work?
The Slope Plate is a training aid designed to help golfers read greens with
their feet. It features gradually increasing slopes on either side, allowing
you to gauge the severity of the slope you are feeling with your feet.
What is the purpose of the Green Cards in the Green Reading System?
The Green Cards provide valuable information to golfers, helping them
determine the amount of break their putts will experience based on the speed
and slope of the green. These cards serve as a guidance system for more
accurate putting.
How can reading greens with your feet improve your putting skills?
By training your feet to detect and interpret slopes accurately, you can
make more informed decisions on how your putts will break. This enhanced
ability to read greens will significantly improve your putting performance on
the course.
Who is Brad Ott and why is he considered a WhyGolf ambassador?
Brad Ott is a recognized figure in the golf industry and serves as an
ambassador for WhyGolf. As an expert in the game, Ott provides valuable
insights and guidance on various aspects of golf, including green reading
techniques and training aids.The WhyGolf Green Reading System, incorporating the Slope Plate, allows
golfers to play smarter by developing valuable skills in reading greens. This
training aid provides golfers with an advantage in accurately gauging slope
severity and predicting putt breaks. By utilizing the Green Cards in
conjunction with the Slope Plate, golfers can effectively translate their
improved green reading skills into successful putts. Upgrade your game and
become a skilled green reader with WhyGolf’s innovative training aid.
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