Videos tagged with Mental Management

This video emphasizes the critical distinction between performance-based and outcome-based training, particularly in shooting drills. The instructor, drawing from sports psychology principles, advocates for focusing on the process of executing shots accurately (performance) rather than solely on achieving a specific result like a fast time (outcome). By prioritizing correct technique and accuracy, students can overcome 'over-trying' and ultimately improve their speed and overall effectiveness. The book 'With Winning in Mind' by Lanny Bassham serves as a primary reference for these concepts, highlighting how mental management and focusing on the process lead to better results in shooting and life.

This episode of Team Glock University features interviews with team members Ashley and Miss T at SHOT Show 2025. They discuss their competitive shooting goals, training methodologies, and preferred Glock firearms for disciplines like USPSA and the Tactical Games. The focus is on honing skills, mental fortitude, and the reliability of Glock pistols in demanding environments.

This video details the Tessah Booth's experience at the second annual Marauder Multi-Gun Match, supporting the Su Spont Foundation. She covers each of the eight stages, discussing her performance, challenges, and lessons learned. Key takeaways include the importance of mental management, gear selection, and identifying weaknesses, particularly in long-range shooting beyond 200-300 yards. The match was a significant learning experience, emphasizing fun and positive engagement.

This video provides expert insights into competitive shooting, specifically USPSA. It details effective stage planning, emphasizing efficiency and playing to individual strengths. Key techniques include optimizing movement between shooting positions, target engagement strategies, and the crucial role of mental management in performance. The content also covers the specifics of shooting classifier stages and understanding scoring systems.

This video details five key takeaways from the 2022 USPSA Racegun Nationals, focusing on lessons learned from a personally challenging experience. The speaker emphasizes the critical importance of reliable equipment, proper sight zeroing, effective mental management of competition anxiety, practicing with diverse moving targets, and refining shooting 'indexing' for close-range steel. These insights are presented to help other competitors avoid similar rookie mistakes and improve their performance.

This discussion covers adapting shooting practices during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on dry-fire training, ammunition choices for competition, pistol ergonomics, Glock trigger modifications, and the effectiveness of advanced shooting instruction. The participants, experienced shooters, share insights on maintaining proficiency, optimizing gear, and mental preparation for competitive shooting.

This video features an interview with Steve Anderson, a prominent figure in practical shooting and dry-fire training. Anderson discusses his advanced class, focusing on mental management and competitive strategy rather than pure technique. He emphasizes the importance of structured practice, particularly dry-fire, and outlines different levels of participation in shooting sports. Anderson also shares insights from his books, detailing drills for improvement and the principles behind effective performance.

This episode features competitive shooter Bruce Pyatt discussing his recent win at the Bianchi Cup, his sixth overall. He shares insights into the mental game of competitive shooting, emphasizing stress management and focus under pressure. The discussion also touches on the benefits of defensive shooting competitions for concealed carry permit holders and law enforcement, highlighting how they help simulate stress and improve marksmanship.

This guide details how to develop a consistent shot process for Bullseye pistol shooting, as explained by 12-time NRA Pistol Champion Brian Zins. It emphasizes integrating mental and physical preparation into a simplified, repeatable sequence. Zins, a former Marine Corps competitive shooter, shares insights on refining grip, trigger control, and managing distractions to achieve success across all firing stages.