Train, Don’t Just Shoot
You’re not as trained as you think. Most people go to the range to shoot and have fun, but few actually train. That kind of thinking wastes ammunition, money, and time.
Hard truth: Shooting without a plan isn’t training—it’s entertainment. If you don’t actually want to get better, be my guest. If you do, read on.
What real training looks like
- Standards: clear times, distances, and hit criteria (cold).
- Reps with purpose: drills that isolate a skill (draw, reload, transitions, movement).
- Measurement: timer, scored targets, and a written log.
- Pressure testing: add time, distance, or complexity once you pass at baseline.
- Dry practice: 10–15 focused minutes, several days a week.
- Coaching: outside eyes to correct inefficiencies you can’t see yourself.