What is input?

This video by Ben Stoeger delves into the concept of 'input' in firearm manipulation, defining it as the physical action to return the gun to the point of aim after recoil. Stoeger emphasizes minimizing unnecessary input, maintaining a consistent grip, and practicing controlled trigger pulls to avoid pushing shots low. He also discusses trigger reset, wrist tension, and visual focus techniques for improving accuracy and speed in shooting.

John G. Johnson, a firearms instructor, emphasizes the critical importance of 'follow-through' in shooting accuracy. He explains that many shooters ruin their shots by lifting their head or dropping their arms immediately after firing to see the impact. This fundamental technique involves maintaining sight alignment and keeping the pistol level after the shot breaks, preventing inconsistency and low impacts. Practicing drills like the 'pause drill' can help develop this essential skill.

This guide details a highly effective pistol grip technique, emphasizing the importance of a solid backstrap connection, proper finger placement on the trigger, and maximizing support hand contact. The instructor, with extensive experience, advocates for a 'heel-to-panel' grip and a specific thumb position to enhance control and consistency. This method is presented as crucial for overcoming shooting plateaus and achieving improved accuracy.

This video emphasizes the paramount importance of trigger pull in achieving shooting success. According to a former police firearms instructor, a good trigger pull can compensate for other deficiencies in shooting form, while a poor one will consistently lead to poor results. Mastering the trigger press is presented as the single most critical element for accurate shooting.

This video provides three key techniques to improve shooting skills, emphasizing structured training over casual practice. It highlights the importance of cognitive non-ballistic training (dry fire) with self-recording for diagnosis, applied kinetic validation (live fire drills) with a focus on cold start benchmarks and technique-specific practice, and real-time stress performance evaluation through competition. The instructor, with clear expertise, advocates for deliberate practice at varying speeds to enhance overall shooting proficiency.

This video provides expert advice on achieving consistent grip pressure for firearms. Lead Firearms Instructor Joel Park addresses common issues with support hand pressure, emphasizing the importance of disconnecting hand pressures and focusing on one aspect at a time during training. He suggests dedicating dry fire sessions to perfecting support hand grip before addressing the firing hand, ultimately aiming for a balanced and controlled hold.

This video demonstrates a critical malfunction where the magazine drops during recoil, a common issue in competitive shooting. Ben Stoeger, a professional competitive shooter, highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing such failures. The guide provides steps to troubleshoot this specific problem, emphasizing safety and proper firearm handling.

This video demonstrates a critical safety incident: an uncommanded discharge of a Sig Sauer P320 during the re-holstering process. Expert analysis from Ben Stoeger highlights the visual evidence of the discharge originating from the holster, emphasizing the importance of constant vigilance and proper technique even when the firearm is supposedly "safe" in its holster. The incident underscores the need for thorough firearm inspection and immediate post-incident assessment.

Ben Stoeger, a professional shooting instructor, explains common misconceptions about red dot sights. He emphasizes that true proficiency comes from focusing on the target, not the dot itself. The guide details training methods, like occluding the optic, to develop this crucial skill, comparing it to the lifelong refinement needed for trigger control.

This comprehensive dry fire program, led by World Champion shooter Ben Stoeger, focuses on refining fundamental handgun skills. It includes a structured warm-up, detailed drills for draw stroke mechanics, efficient reloads (including strong and weak hand only), and positional shooting from kneeling. The program emphasizes precision and control, progressing to dynamic movements and transitions essential for competitive shooting.