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Episode 72: Training for Fear? Increasing Gunfight Accuracy by 450%

By Riley Bowman / November 23, 2016

Having to respond to a deadly threat will induce fear and stress in any sane individual. We talk often about training with an elevated heartrate, but is it the same as training for a truly fearful encounter? And if not, what are some things we can do to train for these sorts of situations? Listen in on Riley and Jacob’s discussion to found out these critical answers!

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The Concealed Carry Lifestyle is Noble

By Craig Martin / November 22, 2016

As I am sure most of you are aware, there are plenty people and publications that take a look at concealed carriers and the CCW lifestyle with a very negative eye. Perhaps the most well known anti-CCW piece in recent memory is this one from the New Yorker.

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Episode 71: What One Judge Did That’s Costing Him Dearly Now

By Riley Bowman / November 21, 2016

Apparently Maine has more residents interested in stopping gun control legislation than voting for the president, gun sales may be slipping now that Donald Trump is President-elect, and what one judge did with a gun that has him in hot water now. The guys discuss this plus FOUR amazing justified self-defense stories. Listen in now…

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Challenges to Donald Trump’s Proposed National Reciprocity Bill

By Craig Martin / November 17, 2016

With Donald Trump making his way into the White House on January 20th, many gun-owners are rejoicing. And with more fervor than with a typical Republican incumbent. Mr. Trump has…

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Episode 70: Muscle Memory Mistakes [MMM]: 8 Inadvertent Training Blunders

By Riley Bowman / November 16, 2016

You hear us talk often about the importance of developing muscle memory and what it means for increased speed and response in violent encounters. But muscle memory can also work against us sometimes because we pick up bad habits without realizing it. What are some of these training mistakes and how can we avoid them?

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Guardian Nation Live with Alex Ragulsky!

By Jacob Paulsen / November 16, 2016

It is that time again, as USA Firearm Training brings you another monthly Guardian Nation broadcast! This month we will be speaking with Alex Ragulsky. Alex is an awesome guy whose…

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How Many Repetitions Does it Take?

By Craig Martin / November 16, 2016

We recently did an experiment internally. We asked interested employees and trainers to practice a specific holster draw drill 30 times per day or 7 days… or just a total of 210 repetitions over 7 days. These 210 repetitions made a…

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Irresponsibility: 4 Year Old Gains Easy Access To Gun, Shoots Self and Mother

By Craig Martin / November 15, 2016

In Indianapolis, a tragic and easily avoidable accident occurred as a 4-year-old girl shot herself and her mother in the head Sunday morning on the city’s north side after the young girl got a hold of a gun from a nightstand.

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Episode 69: National Reciprocity a Reality?

By Riley Bowman / November 14, 2016

Florida and Wisconsin are keeping the election momentum by moving forward with so pro gun rights legislation… and Jacob has some strong opinions about the Wisconsin proposal. Remington is facing another “trigger” lawsuit and there are some challenges to Trump’s promise of National Reciprocity.

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3 Things To Do IMMEDIATELY After Your Concealed Carry Class

By Jacob Paulsen / November 11, 2016

The very next day after your class you can do a few simple things that will help prevent failure and maximize your chances for absolute success in firearm related defense. Don’t waste time waiting for your permit by neglecting to do these three things immediately following your class.

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Election Night 2016: Gun Rights Winners and Losers

By Craig Martin / November 11, 2016

The 2016 election season is finally over, and no matter who you voted for, that’s got to feel nice to hear. But what did we learn? We know that there have been plenty of changes to our government and some of those changes are going to vastly affect gun owners.

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Episode 68: Battle Scars: What the Election Means Going Forward

By Riley Bowman / November 9, 2016

In the gun rights community there is some rejoicing from the outcome of the recent Presidential election but don’t get to excited. We lost some of the battles and the war is just getting started

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What to do if Your Gun is Taken From You in a Fight

By Craig Martin / November 8, 2016

As with holster retention, having to fight for your firearm while it is in your hand can be avoided by maintaining impeccable awareness. A situation of actual hand to hand combat can be avoided altogether if you are covering someone with a firearm and not get too close or never allow the target to approach close enough to…

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Episode 67: Concerned Citizen Stops Criminal Pursuit

By Riley Bowman / November 7, 2016

Today we talk about CRAZY cities doing CRAZY things against the 2nd Amendment and we talk about CRAZY people doing CRAZY things in the CRAZY cities! Also a couple of great JUSTIFIED stories to hopefully brighten your day! Listen in now…

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Functional Artwork: Conceal Canvas – Hide In Plain Sight Storage [Review]

By Riley Bowman / November 3, 2016

If you are looking for a strong hide in plain sight device you should consider the Conceal Canvas. This comprehensive video review shows how the product is made and how it can be leveraged for use.

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