four days in, significant changes;
a) much more determined to start the putter back-swing with my right shoulder, rather than my hands. ( i already begin my swing with all other clubs w my right shoulder...stubbornly resisted doing that with my putter. no more. )
b) more fully understand that consistent putting tempo, especially at the transition, is crucial to consistently positive results.
( made every putt today under 10 ft. can't remember the last time that happened. )
C) weakened my right hand grip. I use a neutral left hand, but had allowed my right hand to slip into a stronger position. lost that snappy feel with wedges and irons at contact. the pitching drills have re-enforced the importance of keeping the left thumb snug in the pocket of my right palm. the improved grip added some yards to all my short irons today...which allowed me the chance to work on my lag putts and chipping
D) the focus on ball control through all the drills in this routine has greatly improved my tempo, especially at transition, perhaps the most significant improvement of all. slowing my swing, i've gained quite a bit of confidence over full-swing shots.
my best round ever is a 70. several years ago off the forward tees. i feel like this practice routine will help me beat that round this summer.