Videos tagged with Shoulder Tension

This video addresses the common 'tactical turtle' shooting posture where shoulders and traps are raised, leading to tension and reduced effectiveness. The instructor advocates for dropping shoulders by activating the lats, keeping the head up, and maintaining a stable structure for improved movement, target transitions, and recoil control.

This video explains why excessive shoulder and upper body tension is detrimental to shooting performance. Instructor Joel Park advises holding the firearm with hands and forearms, minimizing tension to increase speed and accuracy. He demonstrates how relaxed muscles facilitate smoother transitions, faster draws, and better recoil management, contrasting it with the inefficiencies of a tense, muscle-driven approach.