Putting Alignment: Essential Guide to Perfect Your Golf Putting Setup
A proper putting alignment is crucial for consistent, accurate putting. Here's how to set it up correctly:
- Square the Putter Face First
- Aim the putter face at your intended target
- For breaking putts, aim at the initial start line, not the hole
- Build your stance around the putter's position
Golfer aligning putt on green
- Establish Parallel Lines
- Position your feet parallel left of the target line (for right-handed golfers)
- Use alignment aids during practice to verify parallel lines
- Ensure the ball-to-target line and feet line are perfectly parallel
Make sure the clubface is square to the target line when aligning for a putt
- Align Your Body
- Feet, knees, hips, and shoulders should form parallel lines
- Pay special attention to shoulder alignment
- Keep your body square to the target line
Parallel left alignment when putting
Align your feet, knees, hips, and shoulders parallel left when putting
Pro Tip: Include an alignment check in your pre-shot routine for every putt, both in practice and on the course. Regular checking prevents alignment issues from creeping into your putting stroke.
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