There are several reasons that “multiple shots to the high center chest” is the default advice given to defensive shooting students in regard to responding to a typical threat with a handgun. This Session introduces the definition of the Defensive (or “Combat”) Accuracy and why understanding the concept is important. The physiology of the High Center Chest is discussed, as is why looking at it as a general area on the human body (as opposed to set of specific organs or smaller divisions) is vital to development efficient shooting skills.
