The sternum refers to the middle of one’s chest.
While your upper body should be limber throughout the movement, keep your feet and legs relatively stable.
When you become more experienced with chipping, you may control the chipping force to accommodate the distance you want the ball to sail.
This rule doesn’t apply if you’re trying to learn the shot. If anything, you should practice the basics of chipping on a smooth surface before you move on to its usual application.
A sand wedge is good for a 1-to-1 ratio from the grass to the green. A pitching wedge is good for a 1-to-2 ratio. A 9-iron is a 1-to-3 ratio.
Holding a pool stick alongside the club also works in lieu of a long club.
