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Mental Game · Technique

Build a short pre-shot routine, commit before you step in

For golfers who don't have a pre-shot routine, Rotella says the first thing is to get one and make it as short and simple as possible. Don't step up to the ball until you've picked a target and committed to the shot you're going to hit. A simple template he suggests is one look and one waggle, or two looks and two waggles.

Channel: Mark Immelman

Watch official source at 26:08

Try it

  1. Pick a target and commit to the shot you're going to hit before you step up to the ball.
  2. Keep it short and simple - for example, take one look and one waggle, or two looks and two waggles.

Why this context matters

Advice aimed at listeners who say they don't have a pre-shot routine.