DanBettin Posted March 8, 2018 Report Share Posted March 8, 2018 (edited) As you might notice from a few of my threads, I over-analyse things, which is why I've struggled to improve for years and why this sport is great for me - teaches me to stop thinking. I find I've made MASSIVE improvements to my shooting (literally doubled my score) by only allowing myself to put it any conscious effort up until the point I call pull, then I shut my mind up. I'm into the details of how things work, so was looking into why it's so effective and wanted to share some of the videos that explain the science behind what exactly happens when you enter that 'flow' state. Interesting stuff. EDIT: Just noticed the irony in over-analysing the science behind over-analysing things. Interesting to know why it works, anyway. Edited March 8, 2018 by DanBettin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted March 8, 2018 Report Share Posted March 8, 2018 (edited) What medication have you forgotten to take? Edited March 8, 2018 by TIGHTCHOKE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanBettin Posted March 8, 2018 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2018 26 minutes ago, TIGHTCHOKE said: What medication have you forgotten to take? haha well I find it interesting anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehb102 Posted March 8, 2018 Report Share Posted March 8, 2018 Doesn't Henry Hopkin talk about flow state in his brain training? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted March 8, 2018 Report Share Posted March 8, 2018 I'd rather be breaking clays, understanding pattern after the shot has been through the choke is useful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanBettin Posted March 8, 2018 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2018 7 minutes ago, TIGHTCHOKE said: I'd rather be breaking clays, understanding pattern after the shot has been through the choke is useful. The two aren't mutually exclusive mate. It's just a couple of science videos, not everyone's cup of tea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted March 8, 2018 Report Share Posted March 8, 2018 But you stated you over-think things, I don't, I go shooting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanBettin Posted March 8, 2018 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2018 (edited) 7 minutes ago, TIGHTCHOKE said: But you stated you over-think things, I don't, I go shooting. The thread's simply not for you then. If this adds no value because you're not interested in the science behind sports psychology, that's totally fine. I'm not sure I understand your point. And, again, going shooting and taking an interest in what happens when you perform well/badly at shooting aren't mutually exclusive. Edited March 8, 2018 by DanBettin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanBettin Posted March 8, 2018 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2018 44 minutes ago, ehb102 said: Doesn't Henry Hopkin talk about flow state in his brain training? Just had to google, never heard of him. It wouldn't surprise me if somebody's incorporated flow into brain training. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howling Hound Posted March 8, 2018 Report Share Posted March 8, 2018 The vids were very interesting in many ways but I think it all depends on what you wont out of your sport, everyone's different. I go with a group of lads to the local clay ground every Tuesday when its quiet, after which its a steak at Wetherspoons. Then its home to our wives, with battery's recharged. Its great fun with the cracks, jokes and comments. Do we hit much? - no, but we frighten a few. (too busy laughing) Are we improving? - probably but would improve better if we took the day more seriously Would we change anything - yes bigger clays (18" dia would do) Once met a very good shot who was very upset that he missed 4, I was ecstatic that I had hit 65. I know who was happiest. Old Man once told me that Perfectionism is the Anti-Christ of Fun. You can get a lot of enjoyment out of getting something as near perfect as possible, but you get very little fun out of it. It all depends on what you want out of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanBettin Posted March 8, 2018 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2018 35 minutes ago, Howling Hound said: The vids were very interesting in many ways but I think it all depends on what you wont out of your sport, everyone's different. I go with a group of lads to the local clay ground every Tuesday when its quiet, after which its a steak at Wetherspoons. Then its home to our wives, with battery's recharged. Its great fun with the cracks, jokes and comments. Do we hit much? - no, but we frighten a few. (too busy laughing) Are we improving? - probably but would improve better if we took the day more seriously Would we change anything - yes bigger clays (18" dia would do) Once met a very good shot who was very upset that he missed 4, I was ecstatic that I had hit 65. I know who was happiest. Old Man once told me that Perfectionism is the Anti-Christ of Fun. You can get a lot of enjoyment out of getting something as near perfect as possible, but you get very little fun out of it. It all depends on what you want out of it. Living the dream. Fully agree it depends what you want out of it, interesting how subjective it is. For me, I don't do it for social (even though your routine sounds quality), it's more that I spend day in day out thinking problems through for work, non-stop, so to challenge myself to progressing at a sport that's all about 'just shooting' and not thinking is a buzz, and a bit of a break. That's been the challenging bit, though - stopping the thinking. Reassuring to see people a lot more qualified explaining why it's important. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokersmith Posted March 8, 2018 Report Share Posted March 8, 2018 I was talking to a chap about flow a fortnight ago. He's off to the Commonwealth Games again at the moment and won the test event late last year. Clearly not for everyone. Depends if you want to shoot, or be as good as you can be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanBettin Posted March 8, 2018 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2018 38 minutes ago, Smokersmith said: I was talking to a chap about flow a fortnight ago. He's off to the Commonwealth Games again at the moment and won the test event late last year. Clearly not for everyone. Depends if you want to shoot, or be as good as you can be. Yep, which is fair enough. It's a bit heavy for some people, it's a fun sport after-all - this is the kind of analysing that can put people off. It's fascinating to me though. I don't think it's coincidence that who you spoke to is both successful and aware of what goes on when you're in 'the zone'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.