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A key skill for high performance. Do you have it?

Achieving excellence in combat shooting should be a goal pursued by every citizen - regardless of profession - who owns a firearm. This is even more crucial for those citizens who carry these weapons with them daily. However, unlike in a sport, the vast majority of shooters do not know what excellence in combat shooting entails, cannot identify it, and probably will never achieve it. In today's text, we will discuss one of the characteristics of excellence that should be present in high-performance shooters and should be pursued by those who are improving their skills.

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Science & Physiology

Effects of Complex Functional Strength Training on Balance and Shooting Performance of Rifle Shooters

Researchers Min-Hao Hung, Kuo-Chuan Lin, Chung-Cheng Wu, Jia-Hung Juang, Yen-Yu Lin, and Chi-Yao Chang published an article titled "Effects of Complex Functional Strength Training on Balance and Shooting Performance of Rifle Shooters" in the Applied Sciences Magazine in 2021. The objective of the study was to investigate the effects of complex functional strength training, involving whole-body vibration and unstable surface training, on overall shooting performance. This included assessing the shooters’ stability of hold, time on target, and body sway.

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Target Acquisition Tactics: 8 Strategies for Rapid Aiming

Some say you can't aim due to tunnel vision, while others argue you become too focused on the threat. The fact is, vision, the activity of seeing, is trainable. Does this mean you'll see better if you do the exercises I'll discuss? Not exactly. As far as I know, there are no exercises that can improve your visual acuity. So, when you take those eye exams for your driver's license, you won't suddenly see the smaller lines after doing exercises. However, visual acuity is only a relatively small part of the activities involved in aiming.

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5 Common Mistakes in Combat Shooting Training

In the dynamic world of combat shooting training, precision and proficiency are paramount. Yet, even seasoned marksmen can find themselves entangled in habits that undermine their effectiveness. In this blog post, we'll delve into five prevalent mistakes often observed in combat shooting training and explore strategies to circumvent them. By honing our understanding of these pitfalls and embracing a strategic approach to training, shooters can elevate their capabilities and readiness for any scenario they may confront.

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5 secrets to make the most of your shooting training time

Imagine a high-performance athlete arriving at his training ground. Is the behavior of someone who has developed to the limit of their goals random, thoughtless, occasional? Does what one does during training sessions directly impact their results? What are people doing most of the time at shooting ranges? I bring you 5 secrets to make the most of your shooting training time with suggestions for habit changes that will save time and increase your performance in combat shooting. Check it out.

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