Welcome to Advanced Putting 3 by Matt Bell. In this course, we will be talking about the mental side of putting and going through the "1-2-3 -method" developed by Matt himself.

The best putters know how to forget all they have learned and know instinctively execute the putt. This is the most important goal we must be working towards.

Matt is talking about his style of putting and explaining the basics of the movements.

Most of us know power pocket from driving, but did you know that this concept can be found also in putting? Let's see what Matt has to say about that.

Now we start practicing the absolute control of the disc by controlling the spin rate when practicing. It's a long take but very important to get the exercise correct.

You can putt with a sidearm too. It's not about putting all the time with a sidearm, but it is a very useful skill to have, when you are in a tough situation behind a bush or an obstacle. This will also help you get to know your putter more intimately.

Sidearm is more common to be used outside C1. Matt runs us through why there is a reason why we can have a decent run at the basket with a sidearm at C2 and beyond.

Let's tackle the C2 distance with the 1-2-3 method. Giving the best chance for the putt to go in with the least amount of effort. This will give you a good frame to practice and make more of those c2 putts

Warmup routine is very personal. Matt talks about his routine and why he has chosen this way to give you an example. It is good to have a routine if you want to have more goal-oriented practice or make your competition rounds more focused.

What does grounding mean? Matt talks about his views on grounding and why it is so important.

Part of grounding and being still is breathing. Matt talks about the importance of breathing during putting.

How imaginary lines can help us when we are putting? Let's see what Matt tells us about that.

Let's talk about how you can assess the height of your putt and compensate for the elevation changes.

Matt talks about his routine from approaching the lie up to the point of the actual putt.

Here we have a good way to make sure that you are good to go and nail your next putt.

Matt gives you a good tip to climb up the skill ladder in putting.

We've all been there when the wheels have fallen off and we can't sink a putt. Matt talks about his way of resetting the putting game by doing his major adjustments.

Sometimes the change in momentum can be a very small thing. Don't let that slip out of your hand!

Marking the lie when you don't have a clear line of sight to the basket can make a difference betweeen a makeable and impossible putt. Matt shows us how to incorporate this check in to our routine when approaching an obstructed putt.

Let's dive deeper into the mental side of putting!

Matt discusses how expectations can hinder your performance and how to use expectations to your advantage.

Mental training can be difficult but when you realize what you are thinking, it will make a huge difference. Matt talks about believing in what you are doing.

Matt talks about how you pick your prefered putting style you practice and nurture.

Sometimes you miss, sometimes the basket denies your perfect entry. Matt talks about the mentality behind turning that mindset into something that will bring you forward.

Important short comment on the bigger picture that will help you to remember why we all love this game.

How serious should you be taking yourself when playing disc golf? Let's hear Matt's thoughts on the subject.

It's also important to be nice to yourself. This will definitely build your confidence and make you a better putter.

Matt talks about the correlation between adrenaline and power and how it affects your putting.

Now we see what Matt has to say about emotions and how they affect our game.

Matt talks about how containing our emotions - good or bad - will make us better at this game.

Let's explore the mantras as positive reinforcement when playing disc golf. It will help you to get into the zone.

Matt is talking about the way to get the most benefit from being outside your comfort zone.

Now Matt tells us about how we can move towards subconscious putting.

Let's go through the 4 steps of putting

In our modern world, instant gratification is running abundant. It is not very conducive to being consistent in disc golf. Let's see what Matt has to say about that.

There is always the next level ahead of you. This is one of the reasons putting is the most important thing to practice constantly.

We want to wrap this up with a quote from Moe Norman.