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by ForceAwakens
Wed Jan 30, 2019 10:48 pm
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Minimum shots/day?
Replies: 9
Views: 2114

Re: Minimum shots/day?

Videos don't cover the finer points in instruction. A good coach is a better investment. Nothing beats a coach yelling at you that you are f**ing up and then showing you how it is done!! 2 videos playlists are below for your reference. Have fun https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8HQhBPJjU8&list=PL...
by ForceAwakens
Sat Dec 15, 2018 2:17 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: new book by R. Skanaker
Replies: 10
Views: 2874

Re: new book by R. Skanaker

Credit card / paypal doesn't work on the shopify link, finally gave up Here is a link to the pdf -> http://www.lulu.com/shop/ragnar-skanåker/master-competitive-pistol-shooting/ebook/product-22671225.html Has anyone bought the pdf? Want to confirm it is the same version. The hardcover has 184 pages a...
by ForceAwakens
Mon Jul 23, 2018 10:44 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Autogenic training
Replies: 2
Views: 841

Re: Autogenic training

Thanks Ramon. I will go through the book for more information. Will revisit this topic again after applying the training

Found the link I was referring to --> https://attainingmentalfocus.wordpress. ... -training/
by ForceAwakens
Mon Jul 23, 2018 6:41 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Autogenic training
Replies: 2
Views: 841

Autogenic training

There is a lot of material available on autogenic training, but its focused on the autogenic training process itself e.g. - how to go through the steps of autogenic training, monthly/weekly plans etc. I haven't seen anything that would shed light on how it can be used to improve pistol shooting!! Th...
by ForceAwakens
Fri Jun 29, 2018 9:47 pm
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Adding weight on Steyr LP50C
Replies: 3
Views: 927

Re: Adding weight on Steyr LP50C

Thanks Dave. Will go by your suggestion.
by ForceAwakens
Fri Jun 29, 2018 12:04 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Adding weight on Steyr LP50C
Replies: 3
Views: 927

Adding weight on Steyr LP50C

hi, I am working with a physio for strengthening my holds and avoiding the dreaded twitch shots. He has recommended to add weight to my pistol - Steyr LP50 compact....0.5kg, then 1kg - basically slow progressive fashion over weeks. This is only for holding and not for shooting I am thinking of hangi...
by ForceAwakens
Wed May 30, 2018 4:32 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Summary of The Psyche of the Shot (Sport Psychology)
Replies: 3
Views: 1059

Re: Summary of The Psyche of the Shot (Sport Psychology)

I got permission from Heinz to publish this summary :)[/quote]

Ok. No issues. Just wanted to make sure. Happy shooting!
by ForceAwakens
Wed May 30, 2018 4:05 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Summary of The Psyche of the Shot (Sport Psychology)
Replies: 3
Views: 1059

Re: Summary of The Psyche of the Shot (Sport Psychology)

Hi Ramon - I quickly looked at it, the verbiage is very similar to the book - its an actual summary and not a book review. Please do check for copyright issues - better to stay out of trouble. Just my 2 cents
by ForceAwakens
Mon May 28, 2018 10:00 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Arc of movement in 10 circle
Replies: 7
Views: 1560

Re: Arc of movement in 10 circle

Rover wrote:Have you tried vodka therapy?
not yet, I heard it has meditative effects :-)
by ForceAwakens
Mon May 28, 2018 1:44 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Arc of movement in 10 circle
Replies: 7
Views: 1560

Arc of movement in 10 circle

Any idea how long it takes to get the minimum arc of movement in the 10 circle? Do we need to do any specific holding exercises for it? I generally perform 20-25 second holds for 30-40times as part of holding exercises. My current arc of movement is in the 8-9 circle, depending on the day. Pls do sh...
by ForceAwakens
Thu May 17, 2018 4:02 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Steyr LP50 servicing
Replies: 5
Views: 1190

Re: Steyr LP50 servicing

Does the pistol have any problems that need to be serviced or you’re just worried about the rust? Are you storing the pistol in a dry environment along with a silica gel desiccant pack? There are no problems with the pistol, I am just worried about the rust and if it will cause bigger issues later....
by ForceAwakens
Wed May 16, 2018 11:30 pm
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Steyr LP50 servicing
Replies: 5
Views: 1190

Steyr LP50 servicing

Hi All - I have a Steyr LP50C which I bought about 18 months go. I had recently replaced the grip and noticed some rust on the inside. Do you normally service the pistol yourself or you take it to a servicing center? I am based in Pune, India. Please do advise.
by ForceAwakens
Wed Feb 07, 2018 11:20 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Resistance band exercises or dumbells
Replies: 1
Views: 795

Re: Resistance band exercises or dumbells

Most senior shooters I know recommend theraband/resistance bands over traditional weights though none could tell me why. Tom Brady in his TB12 method recommends resistance bands over weights - his argument is resistance bands make the muscles long and flexible (pliability) while allowing a big fluid...
by ForceAwakens
Fri Jan 05, 2018 7:22 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Tinted glasses for pistol shooting
Replies: 11
Views: 3825

Re: Tinted glasses for pistol shooting

Might reduce the glare when outdoors and paper target is used for 25m. I am guessing, no experience with shades though
by ForceAwakens
Fri Jan 05, 2018 5:59 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Tinted glasses for pistol shooting
Replies: 11
Views: 3825

Tinted glasses for pistol shooting

I participate in 10m and 25m ISSF pistol shooting events. Finally found an optician who understands shooting needs and took an appointment for tomorrow. He mentioned that they provide tinted glasses only in amber color. I wonder if the same tinted glasses can be used for both outdoor as well as indo...
by ForceAwakens
Sun Jul 16, 2017 4:05 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Free Pistol SCATT Traces
Replies: 5
Views: 2620

Re: Free Pistol SCATT Traces

Is there a scatt viewer available? I downloaded the Scatt Basic software, but it doesn't allow to open external scatt files
by ForceAwakens
Fri Jul 14, 2017 7:11 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Twitch Shot in 10 Meter Air Pistol
Replies: 58
Views: 18284

Re: Twitch Shot in 10 Meter Air Pistol

kevinweiho wrote:
ForceAwakens wrote:Others can comment
The Force ain't witcha, that's why you're twitching. You must master the Force...
Agreed :-(. I have not been training daily, that can also lead to the delay in elimination of twitches.
by ForceAwakens
Thu Jul 13, 2017 11:17 pm
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Twitch Shot in 10 Meter Air Pistol
Replies: 58
Views: 18284

Re: Twitch Shot in 10 Meter Air Pistol

I have a similar issue, my wrist twitch goes towards 2oclock...putting the shot anywhere between 6 to 2 :-(. My twitches are very less on the days when I run/jog earlier in the day. If I don't do any exercise, there are a lot of twitches. Guess it has something to do with muscle tremor when the body...
by ForceAwakens
Fri Mar 31, 2017 9:28 pm
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Impact of holding exercises in the match
Replies: 10
Views: 2498

Re: Impact of holding exercises in the match

Need to continue my training even if things don't turn around quickly. As Yoda said "“If you end your training now — if you choose the quick and easy path as Vader did — you will become an agent of evil.” Desperately need a solution as I have a series of matches lined up from next month. That’s...
by ForceAwakens
Tue Mar 28, 2017 8:55 am
Forum: Olympic Pistol
Topic: Impact of holding exercises in the match
Replies: 10
Views: 2498

Re: Impact of holding exercises in the match

this makes sense. Let me try warming the muscles by stretching and try for few sessions. Will post the results. From everything I have run across, activities that could tire your muscles are counterproductive right before a match. It is recommended that any strength training be discontinued several ...