Normal VS Natural - TENICOR

Published on April 12, 2022
Duration: 2:33

This video emphasizes that effective shooting techniques are not always 'natural' but rather 'normal' to the shooter's current habits. It highlights that initial discomfort and performance dips are expected when adopting new, more efficient methods, such as a symmetrical stance or adjusted grip. The core message is to embrace the awkwardness of learning new skills, as it ultimately leads to higher performance ceilings.

Quick Summary

Effective shooting techniques are not always 'natural' but rather 'normal' to a shooter's established habits. Adopting new methods often causes initial discomfort and performance dips, but this is a necessary step to break old habits and achieve a higher performance ceiling.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Normal vs. Natural
  2. 00:11Analogy: Wiping Your Butt
  3. 00:37Shooting Habits and Discomfort
  4. 00:51Shooting is Not Natural
  5. 01:10Performance Ceiling and New Methods
  6. 01:35Personal Experience: Stance Change
  7. 01:53Grip Adjustment Discomfort
  8. 02:10Subtle Changes for Higher Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do new shooting techniques feel unnatural?

New shooting techniques often feel unnatural because they conflict with established habits, which become 'normal' over time. The brain resists change, leading to discomfort and a perceived lack of naturalness until the new method is practiced sufficiently to become the new normal.

Is it normal for shooting performance to decrease when learning new techniques?

Yes, it is normal for shooting performance to decrease temporarily when learning new techniques. This initial dip is expected as you break old habits and adapt to a new system that, while initially awkward, offers a higher potential for long-term performance improvement.

What is the difference between 'normal' and 'natural' in shooting?

In shooting, 'natural' refers to innate, unlearned behaviors, while 'normal' refers to what a shooter has become accustomed to through practice. Effective shooting techniques are often not natural but become 'normal' through dedicated training, even if they initially feel awkward.

How can I overcome the discomfort of learning new shooting techniques?

Overcoming the discomfort of learning new shooting techniques involves recognizing that the awkwardness is a temporary phase. Embrace the discomfort, understand that it's a sign of growth, and trust the process that adopting more efficient methods will ultimately lead to better performance.

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