2 Simple Tricks to Manage Recoil

Published on August 3, 2017
Duration: 7:34

This video by John Lovell of Warrior Poet Society presents two simple yet effective techniques to manage firearm recoil. By adopting an aggressive, weight-forward stance and 'camming' the elbow inward, shooters can achieve flatter shooting and improved accuracy, especially during rapid fire. These methods can also help mitigate issues arising from less-than-perfect trigger control.

Quick Summary

Learn two simple tricks to manage firearm recoil: adopt an aggressive, weight-forward stance with weight on your toes, and 'cam' your elbow inward to create isometric pressure for a more stable grip. These techniques help the gun shoot flatter and improve accuracy.

Chapters

  1. 00:28Intro: Recoil Management Tricks
  2. 01:24Common Shooting Mistakes & Muzzle Flip
  3. 02:56Tip #1: Aggressive Weight-Forward Stance
  4. 03:53Tip #2: Camming the Elbow for Stability
  5. 05:32Benefits: Flatter Shooting & Trigger Control

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the two simple tricks to manage firearm recoil?

The first trick is adopting an aggressive, weight-forward stance by thrusting your head and shoulders forward and keeping weight on your toes. The second trick is 'camming' your elbow inward to create isometric pressure for a more stable grip.

How does leaning forward help with recoil management?

Leaning forward shifts your body's weight over the firearm, creating a more stable shooting platform. This helps counteract the backward force of recoil, allowing the gun to run flatter and reducing muzzle flip.

What is 'camming the elbow' in shooting?

Camming the elbow involves rolling it inward towards your body. This action creates isometric tension in your arm and shoulder, effectively 'sticking' your hand to the gun and providing greater stability and torque during recoil.

Can these recoil techniques improve accuracy?

Yes, by managing recoil more effectively, these techniques reduce muzzle flip and improve stability. This allows for faster follow-up shots and helps keep subsequent rounds on target, indirectly improving overall accuracy.

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