If you’re sitting on the edge of breaking 100, you’re not alone. One Redditor recently shared their journey dropping from 120-plus to nearly breaking 100. Of course, everyone wanted to know how they did it and what the one magic tip was to get it done. I’m not sure there is just “one” thing that can help you start breaking 100, though. Here are a few that I would suggest and that I’ve seen work.
Take Lessons — Then actually practice
This one isn’t the shortcut that most golfers want to hear. However, taking lessons and then practicing what you learned from them does make a difference. Lessons create understanding, help ensure you aren’t reinforcing bad habits and establish some consistency in your golf game.
If you’ve tried lessons and they didn’t work, try a new professional or ask for a way to practice what you’ve learned the right way. Also, consider a playing lesson or short-game lessons to change things up a bit.
Chipping and putting have to be the focus
You’re not going to break 100 by hitting perfect 7-irons. In fact, even gaining an extra 10 yards on your driver probably won’t be enough to help you break 100. However, if you can stop chunking your chip shots or make a fewer three-putts, it’s going to matter.
Try learning to simplify your short game. Keep the ball lower to the ground and putt every chance you have from the green. Shot Scope has done studies showing how effective it is to putt versus hitting a high-lofted lob shot into a green.

