As I have mentioned in previous threads, I am starting to shoot matches regularly again. I took a few years off due to work commitments and I am enjoying getting back on the horse. Here is my latest issue... I have been practicing ALOT lately. I have been disciplined about my practice and trying to as efficient as possible to make the best use of what time I have at the range. Though I have made some good progress in certain areas, I find that I am going backwards a bit. In addition, I am developing tendonitis or some some soreness in my forearms and elbows from shooting/dry firing. WAAAAAY back when I was a competitive cyclist if these types of things started to happen I would take some time off and let my body heal and get my mind focused on something else outside of the sport. I am having a hard time doing that as there are SO many things I would like to work on from a competitive shooting perspective. I am finally getting comfortable with my ability to break down stages efficiently and effectively. However, my footwork could use some work and my reloads from my 4th and 5th mag pouch (Production) could be better.
How do YOU handle a slump? Shoot through or take a break?