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

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 to be... Read Article

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... Read Article

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... Read Article

Be a Good Student

When 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, prepare, and... Read Article

Competition Shooting: Potential Pitfalls for the Casual Competitor

I like to participate in shooting competitions, as do many hobbyists who primarily own and carry guns for personal defense. As I’ve written before, I believe that competitions are great... Read Article

The Well-Balanced Training Diet

If we decide to take on the responsibility of being our family’s first responder, a serious training regimen becomes not only a necessity, but a lifestyle choice. Considering how the... Read Article

The Future of Self-Defense Training

As a student of self-defense, I have taken literally hundreds of hours of self-defense training courses spanning the broad spectrum of self-defense learning. Unarmed courses, armed courses, different types of... Read Article

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. Read Article

Six Tips for Dealing with Gun-Free Zones

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

Women & Shooting, Part 4: Feedback

You’ve got a gun? There goes the neighborhood! Read Article

Usable Power for Personal Defense: Part 2

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

Usable Power for Personal Defense: Part 1

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 car heavier,... Read Article

Practice for Peak Performance

A sound training program relies on very basic principles. Read Article

Women & Shooting, Part 3: Holster Selection

Have you ever thought that female holster options for concealed carry could be better? Maybe you’ve thought that the only holsters made for women are the ones that fit in... Read Article

Tourniquet Dry Fire

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. Every step... Read Article

Women & Shooting, Part 2: First Range Experience

This 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 taking... Read Article

Chest Ready Position

There are many ready positions to choose from in defensive firearms and even more opinions on why you should or should not use a certain ready position. I choose and... Read Article

Women & Shooting, Part 1: Getting to the Range

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 to the non-shooter trying to learn more... Read Article

Defensive Visualization Tools

First, the good news: there is a powerful resource available to you ... right now … free of charge … that can greatly increase the value of your defensive training... Read Article

Armed or Unarmed: Simple Self Defense Drills Pay Off

What makes you proficient at your particular skill set for personal defense? How did you get to your level of knowledge or skill? How do you plan to improve upon... Read Article

Controlling the Variables

I’m not the most detail-oriented or scientifically inclined guy in the world. For proof, just look through the archives here at the Personal Defense Network and read how I usually... Read Article

"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.... Read Article

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... Read Article

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... Read Article