Training Journals

[Lisa]

I am going to start keeping a training journal for shooting. I have been told that this helps you reflect on what works and what doesn't. Keeps track of ideas and methods you have used.

I am figuring on the following format:

DATE:
Shots Fired: How many shots fired during practice
Result of shots fired: Not an amount but moreso how many 9's etc and what I did to fix shots to the left/right, etc.
Changes in stance: Any modifications I have made that I am going to keep doing, example of this is recently I started turning my right foot inward, it helps keep my hip locked and in position.
Equipment modification: Changes to site optics, etc.
Emotional state: How I was feeling.

Anything else anyone can add to help me keep an accurate record would greatly be appreciated.

Does anyone else do this and how do you find it helps?

 

[CoryKS]

Wind speed/direction

 

[Lisa]

Wind speed/direction

I shoot indoors. but that is a good point for others.

 

[thardey]

In the last few months I have become a big fan of dry-firing -- I learn different things from that. Perhaps you could include a section for that?

Also, If you have a digital camera, record your targets!

(since I usually shoot at cans, that would be pointless for me )

I also would echo the mood you're in -- both before and after practice.

 

[Lisa]

In the last few months I have become a big fan of dry-firing -- I learn different things from that. Perhaps you could include a section for that?

Also, If you have a digital camera, record your targets!

(since I usually shoot at cans, that would be pointless for me )

I also would echo the mood you're in -- both before and after practice.

Dry firing...yeah...that is a good one, very important part of training.

Never thought of the digital target, that is really good, Thanks!

The other thing I have been doing during training is calling my shots. Stating "Left, 9" and seeing if it actually is where I believe I placed it.