Training Group Live by PSTG: Recent Episodes
Joel Park
USPSA Grand Master Joel Park and panel discuss all aspects of training and competing in practical shooting. Full episodes are available at PSTG.US
The Waltz 9 has gained a lot of interest in an industry that is fairly stale. I had Dave Petta on to share some behind the scenes information on the pistol and give you an updated timeline for release.
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Professor Kim is joined by his friend Dennis. They discuss the most difficult skills to learn.
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Sometimes there are too many options and it's tough to know which one to buy. Kyle McNabb and I discuss dot size and color preference amidst all the options out there. Kyle also has a new concept he's been training on, and I think it's worth giving it a try.
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Most people have heard of things like accuracy mode or match mode, but what is required to make that work? Nick Young and I dig into the details of what we think matters and share what we think about in practice.
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Details matter, but when can they get to be too much? Andreas, Kyle and I discuss gun setup preferences and debate the benefits of process vs outcome focus.
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Today you're in for a treat. Professor Kim explains his process for making drills. Let us know what other topics you'd like Hwansik to cover.
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It's easy to play word games and when talking about process vs results you can easily justify anything you want to. Max Gates and Nick Young join the conversation to share their ways of thinking and how they assess improvement.
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Kenny Florian is talented at anything he does, but just being talented doesn't ensure he'll learn nuances in a new hobby right away. Kenny and I talked about his growth as a shooter and the process of learning.
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Kyle and I have taught a few classes together with more already scheduled. We discussed observations and takeaways from Kyle teaching his first open enrollment class and ways to ensure students get the most from class.
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The PSTG summit is a unique training event. Andreas, Kyle and I discussed the changes made to the event this year and what we learned in our personal training. We also give a few hints about possible changes for next year.
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Sometimes there is an aspect of shooting that seems almost impossible to pass. Kenny Florian and Nick Young are here to share the biggest hurdles they've worked through in their shooting and hopefully their perspectives will help you as you improve.
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The PSTG Summit is coming up and there isn't anything quite like it. Andreas and I discuss expectations, what you should bring, and how to get the most from the summit and any class you attend.
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Today is something a little different. I'm joined by Chris Redfern at Nighthawk Custom. Chris gives us some behind the scenes of what goes into a custom gun shop and some education for someone in the double stack 1911/2011 market.
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There is a lot of educational material out there, but how do you separate the treasure from trash? Nick Young and Max Gates join me in sharing the things we look at when evaluating instructors, class formats and teaching styles.
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There is a lot of educational material out there, but how do you separate the treasure from trash? Nick Young and Max Gates join me in sharing the things we look at when evaluating instructors, class formats and teaching styles.
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Adrain and Kyle have a lot of experience teaching shooting to a variety of skill levels. We discussed the most effective ways they've discovered for building skills quickly and the coaching methods they use at work.
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Kyle's Bucket Drill has been going very well and we've received a lot of good feedback on it. Andreas has been using the drill in classes, and we discuss the setup and what we are seeing for results.
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A common correction I give in class is just telling people to go faster, but what is the desired output? Nick Young joins the conversation to explain why he uses that feedback in class and shares some helpful ways to direct your focus.
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I receive a lot of great feedback about content with Kyle McNabb talking training. I asked Kyle to talk about the lessons he's learned as he moved from one of the best shooters in his department to the guy teaching everyone else how to improve.
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Max Gates is a smart guy that has a lot to offer but rarely speaks unless spoken to. I've known Max for a few years, and I asked him to share his thoughts on a variety of topics such as teaching, training and the pitfalls in the shooting community.
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For the first time, Ben, Hwansik and I taught back to back classes together. We used all new drills and introduced an standards drill in the class that was designed to test all areas of shooting. We discussed the class, the standards and some interesting takeaways.
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This is part 2 of my conversation with Christian Sailer. Chrisian has won everything there is to win and continues to dominate. We sat down to talk about what Christian thinks matters and doesn't matter for training as well as some misunderstood topics like hit factor math.
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Christian Sailer has won everything there is to win and continues to dominate. We sat down to talk about what Christian thinks matters and doesn't matter for training as well as some misunderstood topics like hit factor math.
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One of the things I appreciate about Kyle is he's always looking for better ways to do things. He's created a new drill that is quite interesting and I plan to try in some of the classes I teach. Andreas shares some recent discoveries with match performance and bringing the best version of yourself when you need to perform.
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Kyle talks about Testing Gen 6 Glocks and his thoughts so far. I talk about being a Nighthawk owner and the learning curve getting up to speed with it.
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Sometimes you get to a point in practice where you don't feel like it's being productive. Maybe pushing more will yield a breakthrough, or it could just be time to call it a day. Nick and Geoff are here to discuss where that point is and how to get the most from your practice.
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Each handgun recoils a little differently, requires a different minimum grip pressure and different amount of input to return. Nick Young, Jeff and I get into the nuances of determining preferences in guns and how each gun has something to teach you.
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This was my first year at Shot Show and it wasn't exactly what I was expecting in several ways. Nick Young is a veteran of Shot Show and we discussed what show is and isn't and if you should have any interest in attending.
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I sometimes make jokes about getting the police department admin to sign off on things like training, gear and other expenses. It just so happens I know an admin that is a part of an impressive program. I sat down with my friend, Jesse, to gain a better understanding of how fundamental changes to law enforcement training are made.
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Listeners love list episodes. Nick Young and I each came up with a list of the 3 most important things for training. Some of them might surprise you, but they are all things I wish I knew when I started shooting.
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Andreas and I have been using the offseason for testing equipment. We each talk about what we've been working on, and Andreas shares the process he's working on to be more effective in matches.
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Adrian is an interesting guy that shoots and teaches at a high level. We talked about his evolution as an instructor and his approach to training as he's grown in skill and understanding of shooting.
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Andreas's last match of the year didn't go as planned. He shares what happened with me and Kyle and we talk through some ideas to bring to training. We also talk about training with and without background music and why it could possibly help or hurt your performance.
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Kyle McNabb shares some new methods he's using for teaching and I'm very interested in the results. We also talk about off-season training and overcoming obstacles of training indoors.
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Brian Nelson is a very high-level competitor in a variety of practical shooting disciplines. I sat down with Brian to learn the processes he uses for setting up his gear and what his training looks like. We only scratched the surface by talking about rifle training and I plan to have Brian back on in the future to discuss other disciplines and platforms.
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Brian Nelson is a very high-level competitor in a variety of practical shooting disciplines. I sat down with Brian to learn the processes he uses for setting up his gear and what his training looks like. We only scratched the surface by talking about rifle training and I plan to have Brian back on in the future to discuss other disciplines and platforms.
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Kyle and Andreas talk about knocking off the rust after taking a break from shooting. We also discuss training with an injury and answer some gear setup questions.
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Kyle and Adrian are full-time firearm trainers for their departments. They discuss teaching practical shooting to the masses and some processes for training that are a little unconventional and yield great results.
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This is part 2 of my conversation with Drew Estell.
Drew Estell is an OG in the training space. Drew owns a company called Baer Solutions and has written a book, created the Baer Standards Drill that is quite popular, and is the brains behind a few companies that manufacture gun belts. Drew gives us the real story behind how the Baer Standards came into being and we talk about teaching and training.
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Drew Estell is an OG in the training space. Drew owns a company called Baer Solutions and has written a book, created the Baer Standards Drill that is quite popular, and is the brains behind a few companies that manufacture gun belts. Drew gives us the real story behind how the Baer Standards came into being and we talk about teaching and training. This is part one of my conversation with Drew.
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Professor Hwansik Kim has been testing a variety of guns in search of the optimal gun. We talk through switching guns, gun weights, trigger preferences, belt setups and techniques that work well with any platform.
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The Summit is something special for PSTG members and it was Nick Young's first time attending. We talked through the instructors, the material and what we have planned for next year.
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Dirty Harry said a man has got to know his limitations, and he was correct. Nick, Andreas and I talk about setting up practice and how to adjust the difficulty and keep yourself engaged.
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How many classes do you need to teach to get to a point where you're a good teacher? How often do you need to teach classes to maintain that skill? Nick Young and I share our thoughts on teaching and discuss some things you should be thinking about even if you don't teach.
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Not everyone is training for world domination and sometimes being a casual shooter is more appealing. My guest for today is David Riddle, the host of the Casual Shooter Podcast. I got to know David better and learned why he decided to start a podcast and how he trains on his terms.
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A training partner can be a key piece to your success as a shooter. Andreas and I discuss some takeaways from training with a partner and share some preferences in red dot optics.
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There are sometimes you look at an instructor and know immediately that you would or wouldn’t want to take a class from them. Nick Young and I talk about the thought process we go through when we look for instructors we’d like to take a class from.
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Sometimes doing unconventional training is helpful in generating new ideas and discoveries. Andreas shares some ideas to change your training and add some new challenges.
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Training on your own sometimes doesn’t offer lessons you can learn while training with a friend or in a class setting. Nick Young and I talk about breakthroughs we often see in classes and offer some advice for training with a friend. We also discovered substantial amount of very negative USPSA Director info that bled into the podcast.
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A quick Google search yielded several articles that call Kenny Florian an undisputed legend in the fighting world. I’ve had Kenny in class several times, and he’s so humble I wouldn’t have ever guessed how famous he is. I sat down with Kenny to discuss pressure, mindset and preparation and there are a lot of crossovers between shooting and training to fight.
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Calvin Truong has been in the firearm space for quite a while. Calvin creates content on the Firepower United channel across multiple platforms and is an M class USPSA competitor. We discuss social media, guns and practical shooting.
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Andreas has been doing scenario training with intentionally limited walkthrough time which is creating situations where he forgets targets. Nick Young and I interrogate him to determine if it’s a good idea or not.
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Nick Young and I discuss how our experience in shooting has shaped the feedback in give in classes. We also talked about the usual progression people have through shooting.
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Tom Castro is back to offer his unique perspectives on teaching and training. We talk about people that get the same results year after year without getting better and finding success in practice.
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Brantley Merriam finished second place at USPSA Carry Optics Nationals this year. I interrogate him to discover what his training is like leading up to the match, and hear about his process for staying focused at the match.
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Kyle McNabb and I have had a fair amount of time training with comped handguns. We talk about who it is and isn’t for and if they’re worth investing in. We also talk about Kyle’s recent experience of attending a class as a student and what he took away.
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Andreas had some recent personal breakthroughs with target focused shooting. Kyle and I ask questions to learn more, and we also discuss using rimfire handguns for marksmanship training.
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Christian Sailer made a post on Instagram asking for listener questions and he got over 50 questions sent to him. We work our way through the list answering the things you want to know about Christian.
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It’s been a while since I’ve had Christian Sailer on the podcast. We talk about Christian’s training program, Nationals and World Shoot prep, and a few unexpected topics along the way.
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Watching videos of you shooting and trying to diagnose the issues is not as easy as it sounds. Nick Young explains the process he uses for digital coaching, and we give some tips for diagnosing your own shooting videos.
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Andreas took a shooting related class that didn’t focus on making him any better at shooting. We talk through the class as he shares his takeaways. Andreas also bought a new 2011, and it’s not what I was expecting.
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Getting back up to speed after taking a break and getting used to a new gun is the double whammy of obstacles. Handsome Kyle McNabb talks through his decision to switch guns and how he is getting up to speed with it.
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Throughout our shooting journey there are things we discover that we wish we could go back in time to tell ourselves. Nick Young and I each share 3 things we had to learn the hard way. Hopefully they will help shortcut your learning curve.
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There are a variety of shooting tests such as department quals and USPSA classifiers, but just going to the range and doing normal training might not be the most effective way to prepare yourself. My guest and I look at some shooting tests and explain our thought process on breaking them down and how to train for them.
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Paul Costa is a well-known shooting instructor, and he recently organized a class for me and Ben. I found him very likable and enjoyed talking to him during class. I asked Paul to come on the podcast to learn more about his teaching and training style. I decided to split the interview into two parts, and this is the second half of that interview.
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Paul Costa is a well-known shooting instructor, and he recently organized a class for me and Ben. I found him very likable and enjoyed talking to him during class. I asked Paul to come on the podcast to learn more about his teaching and training style. I decided to split the interview into two parts, and this is the first half of that interview.
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Today I have something a bit different for you. Professor Hwansik Kim explains his theories on studying shooting and the path to improvement while working smarter, not harder. Kim processes material in a much more analytical way than me, and I am excited to have him on the podcast more often.
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GM is the highest classification in USPSA. Nick Young, Jeff and I discuss what it takes to earn that classification and the most effective ways to train for it.
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Nick Young and Jeff join the podcast to discuss teaching and the lack of class videos online. We also discuss how we evaluate instructors.
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Nick Young and I discuss high accountability shooting and what it takes to build that ability. We also talk about some actionable rules you can put in place to keep yourself under control in matches and during other shooting test you face.
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Andreas has been teaching for quite a while. We compare notes on how classes have evolved and the lessons we’ve learned along the way.
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Carbine training is fun, but not cheap. Ben Stoeger and I compare notes for the most effective use of time and money for carbine training. We discuss balancing platforms, how PCC’s compare and our favorite setups.
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I don’t even know how to intro this because I have no words after hearing this story. Tom Castro has been through a lot lately and he sat down with me to tell me what’s been going on and answer my questions.
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It sounds good to say you’re a perpetual student and always learning, but that just isn’t the case with some people. Handsome Kyle and I discuss ways you can ensure you continue to grow as a shooter. We also discussed some methods to determine if your favorite instructor is as dedicated as they say they are.
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The discussion for today is regarding learning new skills and changing techniques. We make some arguments for why you should keep doing what you’re doing, and also why you need to try new things so you can grow as a shooter.
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Handsome Kyle and Andreas talk about high end pistols and if the performance justifies the additional cost. We also talk about high hit factor stages and some words of caution.
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Kyle McNabb has been teaching for a while and has some different approaches for marksmanship fundamentals. We talk through what he’s doing differently and the results he’s seeing in his students.
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How should you determine what to practice and know when it’s a good time to stop for the day? Nick Young is here to answer those questions and give some new perspective to take back to your training.
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Handsome Kyle and Andreas are back to discuss the value and mindset in intentionally shooting a drill incorrectly. It sounds a little bit out there, but the logic makes sense. We also talk about variable training and when it is and isn’t a good idea.
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Andreas had some time training with Ace VR. We compare notes and discuss we areas we do and do not see value in. Kyle shot a match that is something a bit different. We talk about the format and unique objective.
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My friends, Tim and David, gave me the run down on PCSL Nationals. We talk about the good, the bad, and the amazing potential the organization has.
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Andreas and Handsome Kyle answer follow up questions from the knowing your limitations episode. We talk about the dangers of treating matches like practice and some strategies for bringing pressure to your practice.
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There have been a lot of questions on PSTG regarding efficient practice and motivation. I sat down with my guest, and we discussed cold shooting, assessing your practice and staying motivated.
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Hwansik Kim has had a very busy year. We talked about planning for next year, teaching classes and his recent departure from the Walther team.
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One of the most talked about blocks from the PSTG Summit taught by Professor Kim’s. I was able to sit down with the Professor to explain the concepts and answer some listener questions.
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Not everyone is able to progress from good to great. Brantley Merriam has become a top name in performance shooting, and I sat down with him to learn the secrets of his success.
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There has been a lot of very bad press for USPSA recently. The board just removed the President of the organization for a second time and there is a significant issue with rules interpretations and unjust match disqualifications. I sat down with Andy Erickson to talk about the changes to the Area 3 match for this year and get his read on the issues troubling USPSA.
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Tom Castro was in full send mode while he and Kyle McNabb discussed shooting instructors that are just a copy of a copy. We talk about a variety of ways we use to assess the source we get shooting information from. This is sure to trigger some people.
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Every good man has got to know his limitations. Kyle McNabb and I talk about finding limitations and how to stay within them when necessary. We also talk about training at an indoor range and how to make the most of it.
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After being given a lifetime ban, Ben Stoeger has been reinstated to USPSA. We talk about his plans for competing and his recent trip to Iraq.
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Does new gear help you buy skill? Andreas Yankopolus talks through his reasoning for trying a 2011, and how it’s going so far. Kyle McNabb talks about teaching and the progress he’s been making.
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Most people like the idea of being efficient in practice, but it’s tough to put those hopes into action. My guest and I discuss efficient and effective practice as well as the importance of an off season.
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I believe this year’s Summit was the best yet. Kyle McNabb and Andreas Yankopolus discuss the event for those that didn’t attend. We talk about some of the behind the scenes preparation, and some take aways from the event.
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This is part 2 of my discussion with Christian Sailer.
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Christian Sailer is a top competitor in practical shooting on an international level. I asked Christian a lot of difficult questions, and I’m surprised he was willing to answer some of them. This is part 1 of that discussion.
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It’s not often I get to sit down with an employee of a major firearm manufacturer. Jack Rapala is in sales and marketing for ADM and answered all my questions about their intellectual property for rifle setup and tuning as well as best practices for general rifle setup and maintenance. Jack had a few answers that really surprised me.
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Is there a time when you need to move past fundamentals training, and what does that training look like? Nick Young from Velox Training Group is on deck to discuss his training and share some observations from teaching a wide range of students.
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Andreas and Kyle discuss randomized training and who it is and isn’t for. We also talk about switching guns and the upcoming PSTG Summit.
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Kyle McNabb and I talk about his personal training and teaching police officers. We also dig into nighttime shooting with white light and night vision.
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Kyle Defoor is very experienced with training civilians and the military in handgun and carbine shooting. We discuss shooting technique, gear setup, teaching and how he trains himself. I find Kyle very interesting, and I plan to have him back in the near future.
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Kyle Defoor is very experienced with training civilians and the military in handgun and carbine shooting. We discuss shooting technique, gear setup, teaching and how he trains himself. I find Kyle very interesting, and I plan to have him back in the near future.
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This is part two of the discussion I had with Tom Castro and Nick Young. We talked through some recent breakthroughs and some very different teaching styles between us. I enjoy talking to people that have different approaches because there’s often something to learn and I appreciate different perspectives.
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This is part one of the discussion I had with Tom Castro and Nick Young. We talked through some recent breakthroughs and some very different teaching styles between us. I enjoy talking to people that have different approaches because there’s often something to learn and I appreciate different perspectives.
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Rifle training is a lot of fun and Kyle McNabb took a weekend off to come train with me. We shot a variety of drills with different rifle setups and formed some opinions about technique and favorite gear setups.
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This is part 2 of my conversation with Brian. We got into some spicy topics such as the dismissal of the lawsuit against USPSA, the separation of IPSC from USPSA and more.
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My friend, Brian Conley, joined the podcast to give some education about vison and lens choice. We discuss issues like eye fatigue and light sensitivity and some helpful advice that applies to all eyewear.
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Carry Optics Nationals was a very stacked match for the top talent in practical shooting. Nick Young and Professor Hwansik Kim talk about the match, their mindset and some takeaways for training.
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As you improve at shooting, you will likely become more critical of your performance. Kyle and Andreas talk through the process of improvement and some self-reflection. We also talk fairly crazy about prep and press. This is not an episode you want to miss.
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I received a lot of comments regarding the shooting related injuries podcast. Ben Stoeger shares past and present shooting related injuries. We also talk about some changes we’ve made to classes and the new book that’s coming soon.
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There have been several visualization related questions in the podcast requests thread in PSTG. Tyler Turner is on deck to answer them and give you some new perspective to take back to your training.
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There are lots of methods people use while preparing for major matches. Nick Young shares what he’s been working on in his training and his mindset as he prepares for his first trip to USPSA nationals.
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It’s easy to get stuck in your ways. Andreas and Kyle discuss processes for evaluating new equipment and how to tell if changes are needed. We also discuss the important distinction between variable setup drills and standard drills.
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The Cornhusker Classic is the first big Hit Factor match my club has run. Todd and Michelle Woitzel join me to discuss what went into the match to make it all happen. We discuss match appearance, marketing, the stages, ruleset and we have a bit of crazy talk about the difference between USPSA and Hit Factor matches.
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Life gets busy. Having time for family, friends, training and matches can be very tough to achieve. Tyler Turner gives some perspective and shares how he manages his time. We also discuss how we decide what is and isn’t worth our time.
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Hunter Constantine is well known for his carry belt. Hunter shares how the belt came to be. We also discussed what it’s like for him to balance a busy schedule as an influencer and perform at a GM level in competition.
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Christian Sailor dominates every match he attends. We talked about his mindset, training and what he does that makes him a champion. As usual, I had lots of follow up questions and Christian had some very interesting answers.
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My dear friend, Cody Axon, is back to share what he’s been up to. We talk about his switching to a Glock with a red dot and what his future for shooting looks like.
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If you train long enough, you’ll likely face some form of injury or discomfort from shooting. Kyle McNabb and I share our experiences and some methods we’ve used for recovery.
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Being efficient is something most people try to do, but how do you know where you’re wasting time? Kyle McNabb and I break down dry and live training to share the methods we use to get the most from our training time.
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Ben recently attended a scoped carbine course taught by Joe of Bruiser Industries. I sat down with Ben to hear what the class was like, what he learned, and if his rifle setup was sufficient for the class. Ben and I also share the news of what’s instore for all the coming soon dates on his take a class page.
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Nick Young is back to discuss all the things we wish we knew when we started getting into carbine training. We talk about everything from rifle setup to lessons learned in training and how to make the most of the ammo you have.
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A friend of mine that works at a high level in the military makes a guest appearance to share what it’s like being expected to perform at a high level over a variety of skills while staying proficient at all of them. We also discuss battling ego, the mental side of performing at high level and training with infinite resources but limited time.
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Andreas and Kyle discuss what they’ve been up to in training. We discuss earning every alpha, developing an index and taking yourself too seriously.
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Mason Lane and Joel discuss teaching classes together. They talk about the formats of the classes, methods for giving feedback, and some new drills that PSTG members haven’t seen. They also talk about having lunch with the Area 2 Director.
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Going faster is never as easy as it sounds. Lots of bad things can happen when you push for speed from trigger freeze, shoulder tension, and lack of focus. Nick Young is on deck to share some methods to help fight through tension and gain consistency. There’s also some crazy talk at the end that is sure to trigger someone.
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Area 3 Director in Exile, Scott Arnburg and Great Plains Hit Factor Championship match director, Andy Erickson, sit down to discuss the status of the Area 3 USPSA match. We also discuss the status of USPSA and the effects the protest is having on matches and the board of directors.
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Ben Stoeger and Joel discuss several new things that are in the works including a new venue for teaching classes, what’s going on with YouTube and a new training system that they’d like PSTG members input on.
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There is a lot of talk surrounding PCSL. Andreas Yankopolus interviews Max Leograndis and Alex Goking to explain the benefits of PCSL and why you should give it a try.
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When Professor Kim told Joel was attending an Eric Graffel class, Joel immediately replied that he wanted to interrogate him as soon as he returned home. Hwansik explains how the class was structured and shares his takeaways.
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Some self-appointed leaders are never followed, and some people lead regardless of their role or title. Todd Woitzel is the match director of the Cornhusker Classic matches and the President of the Eastern Nebraska Gun Club. We discussed USPSA drama, hit factor matches, the cease-and-desist letter his wife received and how to lead a successful club.
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Andreas and Kyle and back to discuss a variety of topics such as handgun fit, reviewing training video and training yourself to be target focused.
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It can be tough to discern which techniques are effective, and data can be manufactured to support any viewpoint. Nick Young discusses processes for evaluating whether a technique is worth pursuing or if it’s just click bait.
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There’s been a lot of recent developments in USPSA. Area 7 director, Frank Rizzi, and Area 3 Director in exile, Scott Arnburg, discuss the events that have transpired and offer direction on where we go from here.
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The off-season is the best time to try new things and train unconventionally. Mason Lane shares what he’s been up to with topics ranging from training with a stock handgun to pickleball.
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Some listener questions are so good they deserve a full episode. Ben Stoeger and I discuss preparing for the season, organizing your calendar in a way that allows you to train, budgeting ammo, and more.
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Whether attending an in-person class or watching free material online, not everyone is effective at retaining, assessing and implementing the information they are seeing. Nick Young teaches a lot of classes and shares the common trends he sees with students. We talk about getting the most from instruction, looking at conflicting information and evaluating instructors.
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There are a lot of emotional topics surrounding USPSA. I interviewed Lafe Kunkel to find out why he wants to run for Area 5 Director and what he brings to the table. We discussed club disaffiliation, the constant infighting on the board, and integrity.
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Have you ever noticed some people learn the same lessons over and over, or are late to the party to discover what everyone else already knows? Tyler Turner has some very interesting thoughts to share about being engaged in your training and not repeating mistakes while finding your way. This is an episode you will likely want to listen to more than once.
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Would you like some ideas to change your training and motivate you to get better? Professor Hwansik Kim is here to discuss avoiding burnout and some ideas for setting goals and motivating you to train.
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The road to improvement doesn’t always follow the path you expect. Ben Stoeger explains a video he posted on PSTG and he and Joel discuss plateaus and what it takes to improve.
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Nick Young from Velox Training Group is back. Nick and Joel discuss topics ranging from scoop draw with a handgun to carbine training. Nick is a smart guy, so it’s always fun to pick his brain regarding techniques and training.
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This is a recording of the Area 3 membership virtual meeting Scott Arnburg held on 11/29/2023.
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What’s the difference between an excuse and an explanation? How do self-awareness and demeanor factor into your success as a shooter? Mason Lane and Kyle McNabb discuss behaviors and thought processes that are helpful for performing at a high level.
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Imagine arriving at the USPSA Limited Nationals match and knowing in your heart that you were going to win. Scott Brown joins me to talk about winning his first national championship, his training, and what he’s learned along the way.
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IPSC matches are hosted at some beautiful tourist destinations and more and more shooters are interested in traveling to them. Jared Fox breaks down how the matches are run, how the matches are different from USPSA and why he is attending more and more international matches.
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Professor Hwansik Kim is on deck to discuss what it takes to shoot aggressively. The Professor and Joel look at several different dynamics from stage planning, visualization, and confidence.
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Andreas Yankopolus runs the show this week and interviewed Max Leograndis. Max talks about being a USPSA national champion with a rifle and pistol in the same year and his training and preparation.
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Ben Stoeger has been traveling a lot for classes. Joel finally caught him at home, and they talked about handgun and carbine training, ammo considerations, the offseason and managing tension.
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Tyler Turner is back to discuss USPSA Iron Sight Nationals. We discuss the stages, match difficulty, and the fireworks that everyone is talking about from the member’s meeting.
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It’s easy to decide you want to change something about your shooting, but how do you make that change permanent? Professor Hwansik Kim is here to explain the process and give some advice for training. Professor and Joel also talk about stage strategy based on hit factor and how much it does or doesn’t matter.
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Mike Pannone and Matt Pranka have very impressive resumes. However, they continue to push themselves to be better at teaching and shooting. They discuss all aspects of instructing, assessing, and growing as a shooter. The conversation went long enough that it’s been broken it into two parts.
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Mike Pannone and Matt Pranka have very impressive resumes. However, they continue to push themselves to be better at teaching and shooting. They discuss all aspects of instructing, assessing, and growing as a shooter. The conversation went long enough that it’s been broken it into two parts.
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Frank Rizzi (Area 7 Director) and Scott Arnburg (Area 3 Director) discuss the minutes from the 9/18/2023 USPSA Board Meeting.
Having a productive practice session isn’t as easy as it sounds. Nick Young and Joel give suggestions on choosing drills for live and dry fire training and developing a training plan. They also discuss how they determine their strengths and weaknesses and where they put their focus during training.
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Tyler Turner is back. Tyler and Joel discussed the block Tyler taught at the PSTG Summit, current training, and settle the debate of metal guns versus polymer.
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Joel sat down with Ben Stoeger to ask a variety of questions that most people think to ask unless they know Ben well. Questions range from learning how Ben wired himself to ignore what happens around him in matches to his first time doing military training.
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Scott Arnburg and Joel had an open discussion about the Area 3 USPSA match. It was Scott’s first time running the match as an Area Director and they discussed what went well, and what will be done differently in the future. This was the most involved Joel has been in an Area match, and it offered some new perspectives.
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Ben Berry and Kyle Stephens are the candidates for Area 6 Director. I asked them a barrage of questions to find their views on a variety of subjects. Some of the discussion got a little heated, and I will drop the full questions list in the show notes.
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What qualifications do you have for being an Area Director?
Do you plan to do anything different than your predecessor? If so, what will be the biggest changes?
How would you describe USPSA's current culture? Is a change needed?
What does transparency mean to you?
- When do you feel executive session is appropriate to use?
Conflict of interests get discussed online. Do you feel there is an existing issue?
- How much do you feel should be disclosed?
How do you plan to bring fiscal responsibility to the USPSA organization?
- From what you can see, do you believe the current budget is healthy and will sustain the organization for many years to come?
How do you feel Nationals should be conducted?
- how many should we have? Combined, individual etc
In regards to match staff, what plans, if any, do you have to revamp the RO program?
- What are your feelings about the current system for compensating RO's and do you feel it is adequate?
If you had to pick one thing that needs to change about the organization, what would it be, and how would you plan to actually make that change a reality?
How you feel about the rule set?
- What changes, if any, do you feel we need to make to equipment or division rules? How often do you feel they should be made?
Why do you, or don’t you, feel it's important for the Area Director to be the Match Director at their Area match?
There are times when an overly analytical mind can cause someone to get in their own way. The opposite to that of not paying attention to what’s happening doesn’t encourage reflection or growth. So, what should the mix be? Andreas and Kyle are here to give their perspectives and share what they’ve learned along the way.
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We have a new face on the podcast. Andreas and Joel interviewed Tyler Meisenheimer to learn his process for teaching and competing.
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Andreas shares some recent breakthroughs that have been changing his perspectives on shooting. Ben Stoeger joins the conversation to see if all the hype is worth it.
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Carry Optics Nationals created a lot of conversation in the USPSA community. Professor Hwansik Kim breaks down the match from facility to stage design and difficulty. We also discuss our thoughts on what elements make for the best shooter.
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After nearly a month of teaching in Texas with Matt Pranka, Joel sat down with Ben Stoeger. Ben and Joel discussed their takaways from the carbine/handgun classes Ben taught and Joel’s experience as a student in one of the classes.
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Kyle McNabb and Joel shot the Cornhusker Classic match together. They discuss the match as well as the aspects of matches that affect their decision to return to the match the following year.
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Kyle McNabb and Andreas Yankopolus are on deck to discuss stage planning and how critical a stage plan can be. We also share our processes for reviewing our own shooting videos and the videos of others.
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The Professor is back. Hwansik Kim and Joel discuss effective teaching and the best ways to provide helpful and direct feedback.
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Luigi Li is a familiar face for most people that attend major matches. I sat down to talk with Luigi about shooting, training, match pressure and running for USPSA President. With the elections opening so soon, I am dropping both podcasts early to give voters more information to vote with.
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Luigi Li is a familiar face for most people that attend major matches. I sat down to talk with Luigi about shooting, training, match pressure and running for USPSA President. With the elections opening so soon, I am dropping both podcasts early to give voters more information to vote with.
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It’s been a while since Ben Stoeger has been on the podcast. Ben and Joel catch up on teaching, discuss some observations from classes, and answer a listener question about tips for earning a higher classification.
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Why do we sometimes learn the same lessons over and over? Kyle McNabb and Andreas Yankopolus discuss negative cues, some advice to repeat mistakes less often, and vision issues.
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Last week’s podcast with Ben Berry ran longer than expected, so it got split it into two parts. In this episode, Ben explains why he wants to be an Area Director, the current issues he sees with the organization and his plan to make USPSA better.
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Ben Berry is an accomplished podcaster, shooter, teacher and is running for Area 6 director. I sat down with Ben to learn what’s kept him podcasting and competing for so long.
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Andreas and Kyle are back to talk about recent match lessons, strategies for moving targets, grip, vision, and more.
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Kyle McNabb is a familiar face on the podcast with a lot of interesting experiences and perspectives. I sat down with Kyle to interview him one on one to learn his processes and find out what makes him tick.
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Mason Lane is back to discuss a variety of topics including Dragon’s Cup, overcoming mistakes, match pressure, and reduced aiming schemes. Mason is one of those guys that I listen to any time he has something to say. This is my favorite podcast with Mason to date.
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Brantley Merriam was 4th at the 2022 Carry Optics Nationals. Andreas and Joel sat down with Brantley to learn how he trains and how he’s been able to accomplish so much in such a short time of shooting.
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The PSTG Summit held in Atlanta was our biggest event so far. Joel sat down with Ben and Andreas to discuss the event and our takeaways.
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Joel sat down with USPSA President Yee-min Lin and Scott Arnburg to talk about the recent board of directors meeting. We discussed the state of USPSA’s finances, the new Limited Optics division and more.
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Jason Bradley is back to discuss getting back up to speed with training and share what he’s been up to.
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Choosing someone to practice with is easier said than done sometimes. Andreas Yankopolus and Kyle McNabb join the conversation to discuss keeping your practice productive and ensuring all the participants benefit from the training.
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Professor Hwansik Kim is back from winning the Florida Open. We discuss the match briefly, then deep dive into how to best use par times in training.
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The sequencing of drills and how they layer skills is a very interesting conversation. Andreas Yankopolus and Kyle McNabb are back to discuss stacking skills from the perspective of a competitor and an instructor.
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Mason Lane is back to discuss some recent breakthroughs at matches, off season training, teaching classes and an exciting new podcast that’s coming soon.
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The USPSA Board Meeting on 2/28/23 was unique because three quarters of the board members voted to waive confidentiality. Joel sat down with Area 3 Director, Scott Arnburg, to discuss USPSA finances, new divisions, and updates on major matches within Area 3.
Andreas Yankopolus and Kyle McNabb are back to talk about timers, using par times, training and mindset. These guys always make for fun conversation.
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It’s always fun to have a new face on the podcast. Randall Towles is a top finisher in Carry Optics that trains a lot. Randall and Joel discussed training, mindset, tracking scores, and much more.
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Andreas Yankopolus shares some recent breakthroughs from training and matches. Kyle McNabb and Joel interrogate him to learn more as we discuss strategies and thought processes that happen at matches.
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It’s been nearly 5 years to the day since the first episode of the Shoot Fast Podcast aired. Cody Axon is back to talk about carbine and handgun training.
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Marksmanship fundamentals are taught a lot of different ways. Joel’s friend, Tim, makes his first appearance on the podcast to discuss the processes he uses to help his coworkers push beyond traditional marksmanship.
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Tom Castro is well known in USPSA. He teaches classes, does digital coaching, and has a podcast. Andreas Yankopolus and Joel sat down with Tom to hear his thoughts and ideas on teaching and training.
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Tom Castro is well known in USPSA. He teaches classes, does digital coaching, and has a podcast. Andreas Yankopolus and Joel sat down with Tom to hear his thoughts and ideas on teaching and training.
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How much ammo should you expect to shoot in a year and how should you budget your ammo consumption? What’s the easiest way to determine which matches you want to attend, and should you drive or fly to them? Ben Stoeger and Joel answer these questions and many more as they share how they plan for the year.
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Registration is open for the 2023 PSTG Summit. Andreas Yankopolus and Joel share their plans for the event and explain what to expect.
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Scott Arnburg is back to share some important updates about the Area 3 Board of Directors election and the 2023 Area 3 match. Scott and Joel talk about stages, prize tables, registration and things they think are essential to matches.
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Mason Lane has had a fantastic year and it’s been a while since he’s been on the podcast. We talk about his 6th place finish at the World Shoot in Production Division, teaching , training, and some breakthroughs in his personal shooting.
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The World Shoot is the Olympics of practical shooting and only happens once every 3 years. Hwansik Kim breaks down the match and shares his mindset, preparation and strategy that allowed him to finish within the top 10 in the world.
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There are a lot of benefits that can come from teaching. Andreas Yankopolus and Joel discuss the things that motivate them to teach and what they've learned from it.
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What is team teaching, and does it offer any advantages to students over having only one instructor? Ben Stoeger and Joel share their experiences and observations from teaching classes together and separately. They also discuss cues, visualization and how to program a stage plan that will call upon your training.
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The CMP range in Alabama is a familiar place for USPSA Nationals. The odd pairing of PCC and Production divisions for a combined nationals created a lot of conversation. Jared Fox and Josh Martin sat down with Joel to discuss the match, stages, strategy, officiating and our plans for the off season.
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Joel sat down with the three candidates running for Area 3 Director to have a conversation about issues within USPSA and how they plan to make a difference if elected. The candidates were sent a questions list ahead of time, but they didn’t know which of them were designated for answering each question first. At the end of the discussion, they were each asked a question specific to them that they were not allowed to prepare for.
For reference, the questions list is below:
Luke
What qualifications do you have for being an Area Director?
- Do you feel personal shooting ability ties into being a good area director?
Kevin
You were all asked to describe the current culture of USPSA for your bio’s. Knowing what you think of the current culture, how do you think you can change the culture to make it a more welcoming environment for new and current shooters?
Scott
The bans are a very hot topic. What behavior do you feel warrants a ban or suspension?
- What guidelines do you think should be established to endure bans are made objectively and not subjective to a board members feelings towards a particular member?
Kevin
What does transparency mean to you?
- When do you feel executive session is appropriate to use?
Luke
How do you plan to bring fiscal responsibility to the USPSA organization?
Kevin
If you had to pick one thing that needs to change about the organization, what would it be, and how would you plan to actually make that change a reality?
Luke
What changes, if any, have you made at your local matches that have been successful that you could implement on a bigger scale?
Scott
In regards to match staff, what plans, if any, do you have to revamp the RO program?
- What are your feelings about the current system for compensating RO's and do you feel it is adequate?
Kevin
How you feel about the rule set?
- What changes, if any, do you feel we need to make to equipment or division rules? How often do you feel they should be made?
Scott
Why do you, or don’t you, feel it's important for the Area Director to be the Match Director at the Area match?
Blind Questions:
For Luke:
Your campaign seems to be based on creating suveys to poll the members. How do you plan to handle decision making in board meetings if you don't have the ability to have members think for you in the moment?
For Kevin:
The bans and suspensions are a very hot topic. As someone that voted in favor of the bans, what was your thought process behind voting to ban the members and how do you think it reflects on the membership?
For Scott:
Most people see you as very agreeable and not polarizing in any way. I've had several members ask me privately if you are willing to have uncomfortable conversations and go against the flow if you don't agree with something, or if you will be a go along to get along guy. How would you respond to that?
PSTG has a bunch of new sections, and Joel sat down with Ben and the Professor to discuss them. We also talk about off season training and why it’s so important for your development as a shooter.
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Tim Dunderi better known as Tanfo Timmy is well known in the USPSA community. Tim is a Grand Master in Carry Optics division and is always a top finisher. Joel sat down with Tim to find out how he trains, balances his time, and manages high pressure situations at matches.
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Tim Dunderi better known as Tanfo Timmy is well known in the USPSA community. Tim is a Grand Master in Carry Optics division and is always a top finisher. Joel sat down with Tim to find out how he trains, balances his time, and manages high pressure situations at matches.
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Scott Arnburg is M class in USPSA and an established Range Master and Match Director. I sat down with Scott to discuss his training and how it’s changed in the past few years. Scott also shares some behind the scenes information into why the Iowa Section match is so successful.
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Scott Arnburg is M class in USPSA and an established Range Master and Match Director. I sat down with Scott to discuss his training and how it’s changed in the past few years. Scott also shares some behind the scenes information into why the Iowa Section match is so successful.
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The IPSC Pan American match was a big deal to some people. Joel sat down with Jared Fox and Josh Mate to find out what all the fuss is about and heard some very interesting stories along the way.
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It’s time for another drill of the month. Our friend, Cody Axon, posted a drill in PSTG called 3 Cone Cody. Professor Hwansik Kim and Joel discuss the drill, and how to train to correct the things that will likely go wrong.
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Ben Stoeger dropped a video in PSTG explaining when to shift your mindset from just not making mistakes at matches to showing up as a mercenary that is there to win. The video received so many responses and follow up questions, we recorded a podcast to expand on the topic.
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Professor Kim and I took a deep dive into how he prepares for matches. We discuss everything from mindset the days leading up to a major match, managing pressure, and handling situations such as first and last stage jitters.
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Andreas Yankopulos is back on the podcast to discuss some breakthroughs he’s had in recent matches. We discuss training before a major match, stage planning, mental programming and more.
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Anytime champions get together to train, there is bound to be some good takeaways. John Stremmenos traveled from Greece to train for a week Ben Stoeger. We discuss their training, what they are learning and get both their impressions on Ben’s new Shadow 2 carry optic guns.
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Some people talk a lot without saying anything, Nick Young from Velox training group is not one of those people. Joel met Nick recently while teaching a class and he was impressed by how fast Nick picked things up and his attention to detail. Joel sat down with Nick to get his thoughts on training and teaching.
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The Area 3 Championship match has a reputation for having a lot of goofy things you don’t see at other matches such as a pool noodle car wash, tractor tires for shooting boxes, and shooting poppers at 50 yards that are spray painted brown.
This year the match had a new match director, Matt Hopkins, and the stages and match were drastically different. Cody Axon, Jared Fox, and I discuss the match and how it compares to the previous years.
The Area 3 Championship match has a reputation for having a lot of goofy things you don’t see at other matches such as a pool noodle car wash, tractor tires for shooting boxes, and shooting poppers at 50 yards that are spray painted brown.
This year the match had a new match director, Matt Hopkins, and the stages and match were drastically different. Cody Axon, Jared Fox, and I discuss the match and how it compares to the previous years.
There’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes of a major match. I sat down with Scott Arnberg to learn the methods and thought processes he uses for creating a great club culture and running very successful major matches.
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Plateaus are something that happen at some point in almost everyone’s shooting career. Professor Hwansik Kim and Tyler Turner discuss some things that can cause plateaus and share some creative ways to work through them.
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How much does physical fitness tie into being good at practical shooting? Are there specific areas of fitness that matter more than others? What are the best methods we’ve found for managing the heat throughout the match? Tyler Turner and Andreas Yankopolus are here to answer those questions and more.
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Sometimes a podcast receives so many follow up questions it deserves a second podcast. Ben Stoeger is back to discuss teaching classes. We discuss everything from drill selection and progression, how to choose the advice that is given, and the biggest improvements that have happened in classes in the last few years.
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There’s a new video on PSTG that all members need to watch. Professor Hwansik Kim discusses his natural firing hand grip position video and explains some common issues with grip. The Professor also breaks down common causes of tendonitis and how to avoid issues.
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Preparing yourself for a match from a technical shooting standpoint can be tough to do. However, how do you prepare for all the ups, downs, and feelings you have during a match that can’t be fixed with hard skills? Ben Stoeger and Joel share some behind the scenes conversations they’ve had about programming for matches days before the event, and some rules that get put in place to help stay on track during the match.
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Lafe Kunkel is a competitor, match director, manufacturer, and sponsor. Lafe is in a unique position to see matches from multiple viewpoints. We discuss everything from running matches, how GX Products got started, and some unexpected obstacles he’s had to overcome in his shooting.
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Professor Hwansik Kim, Josh Mate and Joel discuss the Cornhusker Classic level 2 match they shot together. They also discuss the format and content for the two days of training they did after the match. There was a lot of interesting conversation on the range and seeing different perspectives always makes for enjoyable training sessions.
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It’s time for a new drill of the month. Professor Hwansik Kim breaks down mounted movement and explains how vital it is to being successful in action shooting sports. Professor also shares his takeaways from several days of training with Max Leograndis.
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Mike Pannone is a wealth of knowledge of training, competition, and real-life engagements. Mike has a training company named CTT Solutions that teaches a variety of topics from handgun, carbine, low light, and force on force.
Mike’s very open to new ideas and is always looking for a better way to do things. His no-nonsense approach and calling it like he sees it makes him very interesting to talk to as we discuss a variety of topics from teaching and training.
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What should your practice look like the last few weeks before a match? Should your training be different if you aren’t feeling very confident? What behaviors or mindset should you have to prepare yourself the best you can?
Professor Hwansik Kim and three-time National Champion Mason Lane share their processes for training and preparation for major matches.
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Cody Axon is a USPSA top 16 finisher, a Grand Master in Limited Division, and the host of the Shoot Fast Podcast. Joel sat down with Cody to discuss shooting, training and to learn the secrets of his success.
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Ben Stoeger is one of the best shooting instructors in the world, but how did he get that way? Ben and Joel sat down to discuss teaching classes and the process used for selecting drills, format, and what prompts class changes and tweaks.
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Scott Jedlinski is a well-known name in handgun training. He’s the lead instructor for Modern Samurai Project, a podcaster and holds a Classification of Master in USPSA.
Scott works with a wide variety of shooters in classes. Andreas Yankopolus and I sat down with Scott to learn his perspectives on teaching and shooting.
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Everyone wants the most effective and efficient practice, but what does accomplishing that actually look like? Mason Lane, Andreas Yankopolus and Joel discuss the essential gear you need to train with in live and dryfire. They also discuss some common training practices that are not ideal.
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Most people agree it’s important to help at your local club. However, it’s not easy to help build stages, run the timer and the scoring device while still performing at your very best when it’s your turn to shoot the stage. Hwansik Kim and Ben Stoeger discuss roles they have at their clubs and the process they use for being effective in both roles of staff and competitor.
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Mason Lane and Joel discuss some observations from training and the importance of critical thinking to analyze the results you are getting. They also share the processes they use for diagnosing their shooting and methods for telling if what you think is happening is actually happening.
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Mason Lane has a new drill he created, and it’s a very interesting take on marksmanship fundamentals. Mason explains what the new drill is and the procedure for using it in training. We also discuss where your focus should be when doing the drill and some things that are likely to go wrong.
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This is part 2 of our interview with Max Leograndis. We discussed technical aspects of shooting and what skills set Max apart and allow him to do the things he does. We also discuss tracking scores, match pressure and training.
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Max Leograndis is well known for being a multiple time PCC National Champion, but Max is involved with several very interesting projects some shooters might not be aware of. In this episode, Max shares who he is, how he got involved with the SupersetCA youtube channel and explains his vison for 2 gun matches.
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Everyone has different theories on organizing and structuring their training. How do you know what to practice and how do you track your progress? When should you reevaluate?
Joel sat down with Ben Stoeger and Hwansik Kim to discuss the process used for creating training plans for members at the gold membership level in PSTG. We also discuss how to create a training plan if you are training yourself.
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There has been lots of good discussion online regarding iron sighted shooters learning from using a red dot, and red dot shooters learning from using iron sights. Andreas Yankopolus and Kyle McNabb are experienced shooters that have been cross training with other sighting systems. They share their observations and breakthroughs regarding vision and training.
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It’s not often that you meet someone that is a top finisher in two different sports simultaneously. Lane Gries is a USPSA two division Grandmaster and a consistent top 16 finisher at USPSA Nationals as well as a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt that competes on a national level.
Lane sat down with Hwansik Kim and Joel to discuss his training routines and processes that has made him successful in two very different sports.
Lane's website is: https://www.bastionblackperformance.com/
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It’s time for a new drill of the month. Professor Hwansik Kim has a new drill to explain that tests many aspects of shooting. We break down the drill and look at each component, so you know how to assess your results and give suggestions for training. After the paywall we discuss the upcoming PSTG Summit so you know what to expect and explain why this an event you will not want to miss.
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In 2021, Joel drove to Tennessee to train with Lucas Botkin, and It was a great experience for them both. During this interview Lucas shares why he invited Joel out and the expectations and goals he had for the weekend. Lucas and Joel also discuss the style of training they did and some of the takeaways Lucas had including the process of upgrading to #AimBotkin2.0.
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Lucas Botkin is well known and very visible in the shooting community. He is the CEO of T.Rex Arms, a firearms trainer, a Twitch video game streamer and he played a role in the Call of Duty video games. His company T. Rex Arms created the popular Sidecar holster and sells a variety of other shooting products.
Lucas is unique from other content creators because of his shooting ability and his large social media following. During this episode topics discussed range from Lucas’ role in Call of Duty to how he evaluates gear and his training before he and Joel met.
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It’s always fun talking to high level shooters that have different perspectives and experiences. Ben Stoeger and Joel interviewed Max Latulippe. Max is a super squad level shooter from Canada that primarily competes in Production Optics division. Max is highly skilled with an attention to detail which makes him very interesting to talk to. We discussed lots of topics ranging from training, evaluating performance, taking classes, dealing with pressure, and goal setting.
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Hwansik Kim and Joel interviewed Keith Garcia. Keith is active law enforcement and a top competitor in multigun matches. Keith shares his methods for training, teaching, and winning matches that has made him so successful in shooting.
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Ben Stoeger, Calvin Truong, and Joel discuss teaching classes. They each share their thoughts on how to teach the most effectively and lessons they have learned along the way. Regardless of if you teach classes or not, there are lots of take aways.
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Hwansik Kim demonstrates why we call him the Professor while explaining inductive and deductive learning and how it should apply to your training. Hwansik also introduces a new drill of the month while explaining how inductive and deductive methods should be applied to it.
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Phil Strader is known for being a super squad level competitor that doesn’t practice very much. Joel and Ben interviewed Phil to find some surprising answers while learning Phil’s processes and how he has became so successful in shooting.
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Ben, Hwansik and Joel discuss the upgrades that happened to PSTG in 2021, upcoming plans for 2022, the PSTG Summit, and a breakthrough or accomplishment they’re each proud of.
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Hand-eye coordination isn’t a topic that most people think about when they think about shooting. Hwansik Kim and Andreas Yankopolus break down how critical of a skill hand-eye coordination is for shooting as we discuss everything from online gaming to things you can do to increase your skills.
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I had the opportunity to interview Hwansik Kim one on one to learn more about his processes and perspective on shooting and learning. We discussed lots of topics from the origin of training group to his process for creating his own drills. There are a lot of insights here, and this is likely an interview you will want to listen to more than once.
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We’ve received a few requests from Training Group members to have Mason Lane back on the podcast for a question and answer episode. Mason answers questions about off season training, goal setting, changing between divisions, recent changes to his dryfire practice, and much more.
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Burnout is a serious topic, and sometimes you don’t realize it’s a problem until it’s too late. Special guest Jason Bradley and Hwansik Kim share their experiences as we examine emotional, mental, and physical burnout. Regardless of how much time you invest into the sport, there are bound to be some takeaways.
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How to you assess the shooting techniques, methods, and strategies you use? If you wanted to make a change, where would you start and how would you know if the change is for the best?
Hwansik Kim and Andreas Yankopolus share lots of insight for ways to plan for the future and the process of improving your shooting.
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It’s time for a new drill of the month. Hwansik Kim and Andreas Yankopolus discuss Hwansik’s Trigger Break Exits drill. They explain the setup and goal of the drill, as well as explaining how to assess your progress and some things that are likely to go wrong along the way.
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Trigger Break Exits Drill on Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2XymFODH0M
Some shooting seasons have ups and downs, the goals you started the year with may have been met in a month or could still be a work in progress. Hwansik Kim and Andreas Yankopolus discuss ways to analyze your previous shooting season and goals. They also discuss planning for next year by using yearly goals and smaller goals while using metrics to track your progress.
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We have a special guest on the podcast. Ben and Joel interviewed John Stremmenos from Greece. John is a National and Regional Champion, who is very disciplined in his training schedule and shooting. John’s mindset and demeanor make him very interesting to talk to, and there are a lot of good takeaways.
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Hwansik Kim is back on the podcast to discuss Carry Optics Nationals. Hwansik explains the difference between the zones and the different strategy he used each day. We also discuss different shooting styles used by competitors and how to look for a shooting style that works for you.
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We’re excited to have Mason Lane back on the podcast to discuss winning his second national championship. We discuss his training leading up to Carry Optics and Limited Nationals, as well as the strategies, visualization, and mindset he used.
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Andreas Yankopolus and Joel ask Ben Stoeger the remaining visualization questions from their list. Ben explains his personal make ready process, ways to visualize familiar drills and low difficulty stages, and some areas to prioritize if you want to get better at visualization.
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What does the mindset of a national and world champion look like? How is that champion visualizing stages and does the process change based on available time? When and why should your visualization include things other than vision?
Andreas Yankopolus and Joel interviewed Ben Stoeger to ask questions regarding visualization for how he has programmed himself and transformed into a world champion. The interview turned into a visualization podcast unlike anything you have likely listened to before.
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Going faster and staying relaxed are not things that come naturally for most people. Andreas Yankopolus brought the topic, and has some very interesting things to say about how to build speed as you fight tension. We also discuss ways to create tension in your own training and ways to mitigate it.
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Mason Lane is back on the podcast to talk about tracking scores. Generally accepted advice is just shoot the match and worry about the scores at the end. Mason and I discuss some benefits to watching the data, such as understanding the scoring system better, understanding how much or how little mistakes actually cost, and building a strategy for the match.
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Ben Stoeger and I discuss the Wisconsin Section match from an admin perspective. We discuss the stages, a stage reset system that is new to some, choosing staff, and how we overcame any issues we came across.
After the paywall, it’s time for a new drill of the month, and it’s a doozy.
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The Iowa Section Match is one of my favorite matches I attend every year. Cody Axon, Jared Fox and I break down the match and discuss the features we feel makes the match an example of how other matches should be run.
After the paywall, we each share 3 things you can do to make the most of your training.
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Due to numerous requests, Matt from Xray Alpha and Josh are back on the podcast to answer the rest of the questions we didn’t have time to answer the last time they were on.
There’s a wealth of knowledge shared on topics ranging from handgun and carbine training, department training, ratio of time spent between carbine and handgun training, and bringing in outside help for instruction.
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We have a special guest today, Jason Bradley and I got to talk with Calvin Truong. Calvin is a USPSA Master class shooter who runs a very successful social media channel called Firepower United. Calvin has been in PSTG for a while and we talk about everything from why he got into competitive shooting to what changes would he make if he was king for a day.
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It’s time for a new drill of the month. Hwansik Kim and Andreas Yankopolus introduce the new drill, Doubles on the Move. They explain how to do the drill, what you should be learning from the drill, some issues that could happen, and what type of results you should be able to achieve.
After the paywall, we talk about how we create training plans that are actionable and make sense. We also discuss how things like setup and complexity of the drill should tie into your training plan.
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When two heavy hitters get together to train, I always have questions: What did you learn? How did it go? Was it what you expected? Will your training change going forward?
Jason Bradley recently traveled to Wisconsin to train with Ben Stoeger and he was nice enough to let me interrogate him about it and Jason was even kind enough to leak the new drill you will be seeing on PSTG in the future.
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Andreas Yankopolus and I discuss a question that seems to go through most people’s head at some time, which is: Should I try to overcome this shortcoming of my gun by training more? Is my gear holding me back?
We have convincing points for both sides of the argument and discuss a few points you should be assessing of your own gear.
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This week we have two very special guests. Matt from Xray Alpha and Josh are answering the questions submitted in the podcast forum of PSTG. Topics covered range from what differentiates tactical training from USPSA training, teaching and what makes a good instructor, and carbine and handgun training.
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Hwansik Kim and Rob Epifania discuss an interesting video they made for training group with Christian Sailor discussing situational training and how you could use the data to help you make choices in a match.
After the paywall, we introduce the August Drill of the Month and explain how it greatly applies to major matches.
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Today we have a new, but likely familiar voice on the podcast. My friend Matt Hopkins and I compare notes as we discuss our experiences from training with a Carry Optics gun after spending a lot of time in Production division. We also talk about breakthroughs in training, stage breakdown, and some vision tips for target focus and not staring at the dot.
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Andreas Yankopolus and Joel interview Mason Lane to ask hard hitting questions about the process he followed to become a champion and what he is doing that keeps him constantly improving. The questions asked were personal enough that Mason was asked to approve them before the interview. This is not an episode you will want to miss.
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Mason Lane and Andreas Yankopopus join the conversation to discuss ways around your natural disposition. Andreas shares what he’s doing to speed up and stop being afraid of missing, and Mason shares ways he’s used to build discipline and become so effective at matches.
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Ben Stoeger has been interviewed many times, but I wanted to ask him some extremely specific questions about how he has become so dominant in practical shooting.
Ben agreed to share the story of how he turned himself into a winner, discuss his self talk in matches and practice, and explain misconceptions and where he sees lots of gains coming from. This is not an episode you will want to miss.
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It’s the first Tuesday of the month, so It’s time to introduce a new drill of the month. Jason Bradley and Joel recap the previous drill, distance change up, and introduce a new drill for this month that may surprise some people.
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Ben Stoeger and Hwansik Kim discuss the 2021 Cornhusker Classic.
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Rob Epifania shares his techniques and cues for gun handling, programming stages, and mindset.
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National Champion Mason Lane discusses the PSTG Summit and an interesting way to break down stages. After the paywall, Mason explains what you should be learning from his drill, "Finding 100" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGvfoVXfrk8
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Ben Stoeger answers listener questions submitted in the PSTG forum.
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Jason Bradley and Andreas Yankopolus introduce the new drill of the month and offer their experience on shooting the drill and how to diagnose things that could go wrong.
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Andreas Yankopolus discusses par times. What are they, when should you use them, when should you not use them, and what should you be learning from them?
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Ben Stoeger and Andreas Yankopolus discuss the PSTG Summit and a few of the instructor blocks before heading home.
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Ben Stoeger shares his process for switching back and forth between different guns during the season. We also introduce a new drill of the month.
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Jason Bradley and Jon Anderson share the things they wish they knew when they started.
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Jon Anderson and Jason Bradley break down rules many shooters follow when creating stage plans. They explain which rules are valid and which are myths.
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Hwansik Kim and Jason Bradley talk about the biggest issues they've faced in shooting and share how they overcame them. After the paywall, Jason and Hwansik explain their testing of flashlights for USPSA and if they plan to use them for competition.
Hwansik Kim and Ben Stoeger discuss some of the breakthroughs and common corrections we saw in the last month, and introduce a new drill of the month.
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Jason Bradley and Andreas Yankopolus discuss how to turn a bad practice session into a good one. What should you do if you just can't shoot as well as you expected to? After the paywall Jason and Andreas share some tips on making dryfire more productive.
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Ben Stoeger and Joel Park discuss front sight focused shooting vs target focused shooting. After the paywall, Ben and Joel discuss how how to best prepare for a class, and some tips to get the most from the class.
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When you grip a handgun, would your grip be described as front to back, side to side, or all around? Hwansik Kim discusses different grip techniques and explains the pros and cons to each.
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Cody Axon and Jason Bradley share the methods they use to be successful on classifiers under match pressure. After the paywall, Cody and Jason explain how they ramp up their season and how they pick the skills they want to focus on in training.
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Ben Stoeger and Hwansik Kim talk about the upcoming PSTG Summit, recap takeaways from our first drill of the month, and introduce our second drill of the month.
Ben Stoeger, Jason Bradley and Joel discuss match management. How should you train up for a match? How do should you deal with first stage jitters? Should you track the scores and should you even want to know the scores? What should you do if things are going worse than you hoped? Should you try pushing? and more.
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Mason Lane, Andreas Yankopolus and Joel Park discuss budgeting ammo and ammo saving methods for training.
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Jason Bradley, Kenny Nguyen and Joel Park share the benefits of looking at shooting completely fresh at the start of the season. We also discuss some breakthroughs Kenny had and how he is breaking through plateaus.
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Hwansik Kim, Matt Pranka, and Joel Park discuss how Instagram has ruined shooting and introduce the podcast's first Drill of the Month. After the paywall, we deep dive into gun handling and the techniques we use to be successful.
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Ben Stoeger and Joel Park are joined by special guest Matt Pranka of XRay Alpha https://www.xrayalpha.com/. Matt explains why practical shooting is so relevant , and the best uses for your training time. After the paywall, Matt discusses the carry over between pistol and carbine shooting and some methods he uses for training.
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Ben Stoeger and Joel Park discuss how important it is to fit your gun to your hands, and explain some of the frequent gun fit issues they see in classes. After the paywall, Andreas Yankopolus joins the conversation to explain the most efficient ways he's found to get up to speed with an unfamiliar gun.
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Ben Stoeger, Hwansik Kim, and Joel Park explain this new podcast and what to expect in the future. After the paywall, we discuss Confirmation Drill and explain the common misunderstandings of the drill.
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