Training Group Live by PSTG

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. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/   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?

The podcast discusses the impact of an overly analytical mind on performance in shooting matches and the importance of balance between analysis and being present in the moment. It explores different approaches to finding a balance, the importance of perseverance and analysis in skill development, and balancing conscious and subconscious thinking. The speakers also share personal experiences on overcoming mental blocks in sports and engaging the brain during shooting practice. They discuss problem-solving approaches and invite audience participation.

We have a new face on the podcast. Andreas and Joel interviewed Tyler Meisenheimer to learn his process for teaching and competing. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

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. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

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.   Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

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. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

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. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

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. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

The Professor is back. Hwansik Kim and Joel discuss effective teaching and the best ways to provide helpful and direct feedback. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/

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. Log into Practical Shooting Training Group to watch the video feed for the podcast, view the content linked in the show notes, and ask follow up questions at http://pstg.us/