NYT piece on putting - look at the hole

[nevets88]

http://onpar.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/...le/?ref=sports

[Tifosinumerouno]

It's interesting how everyone kept knocking the analogies given, comparing it to watching a baseball or the outfield while hitting. The problem with that comparison is that the baseball is moving toward you, not sitting in the exact same place as you left it. A good putting stroke should bring the putter head back to the exact place you left it, and more importantly, the ball. I have dabbled with this technique a little bit myself. It helps long AND shoe putts because it keeps you from raising your head early to watch for the ball's path. I think his is the main reason it helps most golfers.

[DavidFehertysBike]

Well youre not always aiming at the hole. And looking up at your targert most likley opens up your shoulders, as well.