Wider Putting Stance

photo credit: idovermani  (Photo shows the “old” Mickelson putting style).  Improve your putting by widening your stance.  Most players putt with their feet too close together which promotes poor balance and an erratic stroke.  This is especially true on windy days. 

Kenny Perry, with his wide stance, started the new trend.  Perry stands with his feet greater than shoulder width, when addressing his putts.  Phil Mickelson, changed his stance after spending time with Dave Stockton from the Champions tour.  One of the first things Stockton did was suggest that Mickelson take a much wider stance.

With a wider stance you should choke down on your putter to compensate for the loss of height.  Try this style for greater stability and more 20 footers.