How To Stop Shooting Low And Left For Righties OR Low and Right for Lefties

Published on July 12, 2022
Duration: 11:33

This training drill, presented by Myles from Tactical Hyve, addresses common shooting errors of hitting low and left (or right for lefties) by focusing on proper trigger control. It emphasizes isolating the trigger finger and preventing sympathetic movement from the lower fingers. The drill progresses from dry fire to live fire with a modified grip, ultimately aiming to improve accuracy with a standard two-handed grip.

Quick Summary

To stop shooting low and left, focus on isolating your trigger finger. The 'Three Amigos' drill involves removing your bottom three fingers from the grip, forcing a clean trigger press without sympathetic movement. Practice this dry fire and live fire to improve accuracy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Shooting Low & Left Problem
  2. 00:41Cause: Sympathetic Movement
  3. 01:48Visualizing Muzzle Dip
  4. 02:36Drill Setup: Three Amigos Off
  5. 03:36Dry Fire Practice
  6. 06:51Live Fire Demonstration
  7. 08:52Transition to Two-Handed Grip
  8. 09:16Common Mistakes: Pushing
  9. 10:51Conclusion & Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes a right-handed shooter to hit low and left?

The most common cause is sympathetic movement, where the lower three fingers (pinky, ring, middle) squeeze or move the pistol grip as the trigger finger presses, causing the muzzle to dip low and shift left. Proper trigger isolation is key.

How can I practice isolating my trigger finger?

Use the 'Three Amigos' drill: grip the pistol with only your thumb, hand web, and index finger, keeping the other three fingers off the frame. Practice a smooth, straight trigger press during dry fire and live fire.

What is the 'Three Amigos' drill?

It's a training exercise where you intentionally remove your pinky, ring, and middle fingers from the pistol grip. This forces you to use only your trigger finger for the press, preventing sympathetic movement and improving accuracy.

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