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The Paradox of Perfect Practice: The Role of Contextual Interference in Performance Improvement

Photo: author My name is Mike Dasargo, and today I want to share with you the Paradox of Perfect Practice. But first, this is how I arrived here. I used... View Content

The Devil's in the Deviation

Deviation is the difference between where we want the bullet to go and where it can go. Photo: Ken Hoffman Deviation is defined as the difference between where you want... View Content

Bone Support, Bio Locks, and a Heavy Backbeat

What does drumming have to do with defensive use of a pistol? That is a good question, and on its surface, the answer is perhaps nothing. However, I made a... View Content

Be a Good Student

Photo: Erick BrennemanWhen members of the public choose to invest their time, effort, and energy to attend training, they usually research the instructor and/or the class. They give due diligence,... View Content

Competition Shooting: Potential Pitfalls for the Casual Competitor

Competitions are fun and a great way to improve your mechanical gun-handling skills. Photo: Lloyd BaileyI like to participate in shooting competitions, as do many hobbyists who primarily own and... View Content

The Well-Balanced Training Diet

Many training options are available to us, making it possible to train every day. Photo: author If we decide to take on the responsibility of being our family’s first responder,... View Content

The Future of Self-Defense Training

What training options does the defensive-minded shooter have if he can't attend a live-fire class every month ... or even every year? Photo: author As a student of self-defense, I... View Content

DON’T LOOK AT YOUR GUN WHILE RELOADING!

This article covers the reasons you shouldn’t look at your gun while working on it, period. This includes loading, unloading, and clearing malfunctions. View Content

Six Tips for Dealing with Gun-Free Zones

“Gun-free zones” are a part of life for just about everyone I know. View Content

Women & Shooting, Part 4: Feedback

You’ve got a gun? There goes the neighborhood! View Content

Usable Power for Personal Defense: Part 2

Two other areas of focus for those committed to personal defense preparedness: gear upgrades and emergency driving. View Content

Usable Power for Personal Defense: Part 1

Photo: author Car enthusiasts generally have a relentless pursuit of horsepower. But the pursuit triggers what sports car engineers refer to as the devil’s cycle, where bigger engines make a... View Content

Practice for Peak Performance

A sound training program relies on very basic principles. View Content

Women & Shooting, Part 3: Holster Selection

IWB holster: Great concealment and comfort.Photo: author Have you ever thought that female holster options for concealed carry could be better? Maybe you’ve thought that the only holsters made for... View Content

Tourniquet Dry Fire

Photo: author Ask any professional shooting competitor or firearms instructor worth their salt and they’ll tell you how important it is to conduct as much dry-fire practice as you can.... View Content

Women & Shooting, Part 2: First Range Experience

Photo: authorThis is the second article in a series aimed at helping new shooters become comfortable with the idea of not only engaging people in the shooting community, but also... View Content

Chest Ready Position

Chest ready position is achieved by simply bringing the gun back to your chest from a firing position. Photo: author There are many ready positions to choose from in defensive... View Content

Women & Shooting, Part 1: Getting to the Range

C’mon in. Range staff want to help. Hi. My name is Julie, and I’m a shooter. (“Hi, Julie.”) I’m being a little dramatic to make a point here, but sometimes... View Content

Defensive Visualization Tools

B-27 target (left) suggests human opponent but without specific form, making it perhaps easier for us to visualize the details. Photo: author First, the good news: there is a powerful... View Content

Armed or Unarmed: Simple Self Defense Drills Pay Off

Simple equipment can sometimes be the most effective.What makes you proficient at your particular skill set for personal defense? How did you get to your level of knowledge or skill?... View Content

Controlling the Variables

Although this holster is advertised as being the proper fit for this gun, the thumb break is clearly able to compromise the position of the thumb safety. Good gear selection... View Content

"Importance of Defensive Firearms Training" Essay Contest

Everyone has their own reasons for seeking out defensive training. PDN asked members of the Professional Outdoor Media Association to write a short essay explaining why they think it’s important.... View Content

Evolving As Defensive Shooters

Whether you are a student, instructor, military personnel, law enforcement, or a citizen who carries a firearm to legally defend yourself, evolving your mindset and defensive shooting techniques is paramount... View Content

About Being Curious...Adding New Skills to Your Personal Defense Plan

When was the last time you stepped outside your comfort zone and tried your hand at a new form of personal defense? Yes, I know my audience here, and I... View Content