GUNfit Exercise #8

Published on October 26, 2016
Duration: 22:39

This video details GunFit Exercise #8, a close-quarters shooting drill designed to enhance speed, accuracy, and adaptability in dynamic, multi-directional engagements. Instructor Lenny McGill emphasizes training for real-world scenarios where threats can appear from any direction at close range. The drill involves shooting at multiple targets with varying shot counts (1, 2, and 3 shots per target) for both body and head zones, timed to encourage rapid engagement. The importance of dry-fire practice with specialized tools like reset triggers and laser cartridges is highlighted for developing essential skills.

Quick Summary

GunFit Exercise #8 is a close-quarters shooting drill designed to enhance speed, accuracy, and adaptability in dynamic, multi-directional engagements. It involves shooting at multiple targets at close range with varying shot counts, emphasizing real-world threat scenarios where rapid engagement is critical. The drill encourages training beyond static lanes to prepare for unpredictable situations.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to GunFit Exercise #8
  2. 01:01Scoring Zones and Target Setup
  3. 01:51Real-World Distances of Gunfights
  4. 02:21Target Placement and Angles
  5. 03:11Understanding Human Reaction Time
  6. 04:04Speed Goals for the Drill
  7. 04:41Dry Fire Practice Tools: Reset Trigger & Laser
  8. 06:00Close Range Sight Picture and Trigger Press
  9. 07:39Drill Sequence: 1, 2, and 3 Shots
  10. 10:00Using a Shot Timer with Part Time
  11. 10:45Starting Position: Gun in Hand at 42 Inches
  12. 11:31Demonstration: One Shot per Target
  13. 12:04Demonstration: Two Shots per Target
  14. 12:23Non-Traditional Shooting Positions
  15. 13:09Encouragement for Dry Fire and Safety
  16. 13:54Live Fire Drill Setup
  17. 14:42Live Fire: One Shot per Target (Right to Left)
  18. 15:03Live Fire: One Shot per Target (Left to Right)
  19. 15:15Live Fire: Two Shots per Target
  20. 15:37Live Fire: Three Shots per Target
  21. 16:24Live Fire: Head Shots Introduction
  22. 17:13Live Fire: Head Shots - One Shot per Target
  23. 17:34Live Fire: Head Shots - Two Shots per Target
  24. 18:08Live Fire: Head Shots - Three Shots per Target
  25. 19:11Scoring the Targets and Results
  26. 20:49Overall Time and Score Analysis
  27. 21:45Conclusion: Fun, Fast, Furious Workout
  28. 22:05Visit GlockStore for Training

Frequently Asked Questions

What is GunFit Exercise #8 designed to improve?

GunFit Exercise #8 is designed to develop, maintain, and improve close-quarter shooting skills. It focuses on engaging multiple targets in multiple directions at close distances, simulating real-life threat scenarios and promoting adaptability beyond standard lane shooting.

What are the scoring zones and points in GunFit Exercise #8?

The scoring zones in GunFit Exercise #8 are: 5 points for hitting the central triangle, 3 points for any hit on the paper target, and 0 points for any shot outside the paper. The goal is to maximize points by keeping shots within the 5-point zone.

Why is close-quarters shooting important according to the video?

The video emphasizes that most shootings occur within 7 feet, with 80% within 5 feet. Therefore, training for close-quarters combat, including engaging multiple threats rapidly from various angles, is crucial for self-defense and tactical preparedness.

How does dry-fire practice benefit this drill?

Dry-fire practice, especially with tools like a reset trigger and laser training cartridge, is highly beneficial. It allows for repeated practice of trigger control, sight alignment, and presenting the firearm quickly and accurately, which is essential for the speed required in this close-quarters drill.

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