Category Archives: Practice

The Right Habits: Your Personal Defense Depends on It

Posted on 18 September 2023

As most of you know, I do not use the term muscle memory. Muscles don’t have memories, and what we are really talking about are habits, good ones and bad ones. And, if we pay attention and think about what we … Continue reading →

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Get the Most From Training: Listen More, Talk Less

Posted on 28 August 2023

One time I was working with a film crew out here in the desert Southwest. These folks were a long way from home and not at all familiar with my part of the country. So I gave them a brief … Continue reading →

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Means and Skills: The Winning Combination

Posted on 21 August 2023

I recently saw this interesting quote on social media: “Willingness is a state of mind. Readiness is a state of fact.” While this may apply to many situations, it is critically important to the armed citizen, so I call it … Continue reading →

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Practicing One-Handed

Posted on 10 July 2023

This morning I am sitting here nursing a sore hand, the result of it getting smacked around during outdoor work. Some folks might say I am clumsy. I prefer to call it an “active lifestyle.” However, I have to admit … Continue reading →

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