If you think about what constitutes the average golf game, you may be surprised. Yes, there are a few drives - 12-14 in any average round. There are 20-30 shots off the fairway or the rough, but then there are far more shots within 50 yards of the pin. Chip shots, flop shots, pitch shots, sand shots, and putts actually make up the majority of the shots on your scorecard.

So, the question really is why are you spending so much time, practicing on the driving range with your driver? Wouldn't your time be much better spent with a 9-iron, a sand wedge, or your putter? Yes, but for most golfers, it isn't as much fun.

But, if you want to really improve your overall game, you have to improve your short game and that is where golf putting tips can help. By shaving a few strokes on the green every round, you will see almost immediate drops in your overall score.

When it comes to golf putting tips, everyone has their own, but here are a few that work for me:

1. Some golfers say that you should take your time, study the putt, find a line, take a breath - but the more you think about it, the more you worry about it, the more you take away your natural skills and ability. Just find your line, step up, and knock it in.

2. Putting is one part of the game where less is more. Keep still, keep stiff, and let your shoulders do the work. Try not to involve your wrists or elbow, and definitely do not involve your hips or knees!

3. Don't be afraid to hit it long! No putt that is short will ever go in, but a few longer ones might! Some of the best golf putting tips are like this - common sense.

Rob Jeffries is a golf putting tips specialist and the director of the popular website My GolfGameNow.com. If you want to improve your game, lower your handicap, or simply have fun on the range, check out the website for free tips on how to improve golf game performance and more!

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