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Developing Constants
A common mistake among shotgunners is to mount the gun, chase the target, and hastily correct the shot at the end – often followed by a string of frustrated exclamations. However, this approach ignores a crucial aspect of learning: embracing failure. Realizing that missing the target is an integral part of skill development is the first step towards improvement.Self-correction starts with reducing variables and predict... Read more…
Turning Negatives into Positives
It's a common human tendency to remember events more negatively than they actually were. This negativity bias affects our perception in various aspects of life, including clay shooting. Surely you’ve experienced a day when everything in your game feels as chaotic as a soccer game with six-year-olds playing with three balls. The negative comments start flowing, both from others and within your own mind. "What happened t... Read more…
Staying Calm Under Pressure
One trait stands out amongst successful competitors: the ability to stay calm under pressure. This calmness fosters clear thinking and a focus on the process rather than just the outcome. The mental state referred to as being "process-oriented" evolves through trial and error, successes and failures, eventually leading to a mindset that allows for clear decision-making even in high-pressure situations.When things are g... Read more…
The Impact of Gun Fit and Visualization in Shooting
Gun fit and visualization are two critical aspects of successful shooting, as demonstrated in a recent clinic. The OSP system, with its emphasis on understanding individual shooter needs, proved its worth yet again.One shooter in the clinic, using a Benelli over-and-under with 30” barrels, had an eye-opening experience with gun fit adjustments. After modifying his gun with shims to increase drop and cast off, he achiev... Read more…
How You Respond to Pressure
Every shooter experiences moments of failure and pressure. However, successful shooters differentiate themselves by how they react to these situations. A common response to pressure is to speed up – in movement, conversation, and actions. This rush often leads to increased tension, faster hand movements, and a loss of focus, all detrimental to performance.Understanding the physiological responses to pressure and failur... Read more…
