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  • Why Holding Still Makes You Shake

    Why Holding Still Makes You Shake

    q&a week 4 mental

    Jan 19, 2026

    Shaking during aiming is rarely a strength problem. It is usually a control problem. This article explains why trying to hold still creates instability—and how accepting movement leads to calm execution.

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  • When Control Ends

    When Control Ends

    q&a week 3 mental

    Jan 12, 2026

    Overthinking is not a lack of discipline. It is a misunderstanding of where control actually belongs in the shot. This article explains how a clear shot plan defines where preparation ends—and trust begins.

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  • Focus Without Force

    Focus Without Force

    q&a week 2 mental

    Jan 5, 2026

    Many shooters believe good aiming requires intense concentration. In reality, aiming improves when attention becomes quieter, simpler, and more observational.

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  • Tension is a Habit

    Tension is a Habit

    q&a week 1 mental

    Jan 2, 2026

    Many shooters assume tension appears only under pressure: competitions, finals, important shots. So when tension shows up during an easy training session, it feels confusing—or even discouraging.

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