Former Green Beret Shows How To Be Accurate While Standing | Tactical Rifleman

Published on August 16, 2024
Duration: 9:49

Former Green Beret Karl Erickson details essential techniques for accurate standing rifle engagement. Key principles include adopting an athletic stance, proper hand placement for recoil control, consistent stock placement and cheek weld for optimal eye relief, and maintaining aggressive body positioning. These fundamentals are crucial for speed, accuracy, and effective movement in tactical scenarios.

Quick Summary

Former Green Beret Karl Erickson emphasizes an athletic stance for standing rifle shooting, with a lowered center of gravity and offset feet. Proper hand placement high on the backstrap and handguard aids recoil control. Bringing the optic to your eye and adjusting stock length for eye relief are crucial for accuracy.

Chapters

  1. 00:15Introduction & Sponsor Tease
  2. 00:24Sponsor: Shooting Targets USA
  3. 00:58Importance of Proper Rifle Stance
  4. 01:20Athletic Stance Fundamentals
  5. 02:51Hand Position on Rifle
  6. 04:09Stock Placement & Body Alignment
  7. 05:27Cheek Weld & Eye Relief
  8. 07:17Holistic Shooting Approach & Elbows
  9. 08:26Final Drills and Recap

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key elements of an athletic stance for standing rifle shooting?

An athletic stance involves lowering your center of gravity, with shoulders over knees, knees over the balls of your feet, and a slight forward cant. Offset your feet to enable movement in any direction, promoting stability and agility.

How should your hands be positioned on the rifle for standing accuracy?

Your primary hand should grip the backstrap high, like a pistol. Your support hand should be high on the handguard, gripping the side. This provides control for recoil and quick access to accessories.

What is the correct way to achieve proper eye relief when shooting a rifle standing?

Bring the optic to your eye, not your head to the optic. For standing, you'll typically need to shorten the rifle's stock compared to prone shooting to achieve optimal eye relief and a consistent cheek weld.

Why is it important to keep elbows down when shooting a rifle from a standing position?

Keeping elbows down helps manage recoil effectively and prevents them from flaring out, which can expose you or cause you to be hit when moving around cover. This is a key difference from competitive shooting stances.

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