{"id":1377,"date":"2023-11-16T09:29:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-16T09:29:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1377"},"modified":"2023-11-16T09:29:02","modified_gmt":"2023-11-16T09:29:02","slug":"understanding-movement-in-a-gunfight-fluidity-rotation-and-angles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1377","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Movement in a Gunfight: Fluidity, Rotation, and Angles"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/\">Home<\/a> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/category\/personal-defense\/\">Personal Defense<\/a> \u00bb <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\">Understanding Movement in a Gunfight: Fluidity, Rotation, and Angles<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>I was doing some research recently, while looking for a topic to write about, and stumbled onto some YouTube videos about getting off the deadly \u2018X.\u2019 Although being able to exercise proper <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=understanding-movement-in-gunfight-fluidity-rotation-angles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">firearms<\/a> skills while moving is important, what I witnessed was a bunch of instructors and students running around the ranges like so many proverbial chickens without their heads.<\/p>\n<p>It was movement for movement\u2019s sake, without any thought given to the angles, how the movement should be exercised (to take advantage of how the human body moves most effectively), and critically, when and if one should move at all. I will cover the how. Then, I will cover the when. First, let\u2019s consider the following.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"572\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Proper sight alignment for a handgun on a silhouette target\" class=\"wp-image-80640 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/FSP-4.jpg?w=572&amp;ssl=1 572w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/FSP-4.jpg?resize=298%2C300&amp;ssl=1 298w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/FSP-4.jpg?resize=150%2C151&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/FSP-4.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 572px) 100vw, 572px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/FSP-4.jpg?resize=572%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"572\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/FSP-4.jpg?resize=572%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Proper sight alignment for a handgun on a silhouette target\" class=\"wp-image-80640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/FSP-4.jpg?w=572&amp;ssl=1 572w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/FSP-4.jpg?resize=298%2C300&amp;ssl=1 298w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/FSP-4.jpg?resize=150%2C151&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/FSP-4.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 572px) 100vw, 572px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/how-to-use-flash-sight-picture-shooting-method\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Flash Sight Picture<\/a> is a method that allows the defensive shooter to get quick hits on a threat using the level of accuracy that is needed in close-range gunfighting.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Considerations<\/h2>\n<p>Shooting firearms and training with them for defensive or offensive purposes must be considered a martial art. As such, much more consideration should be given as to how the human body works best when under stress. Oh yes, we give it lip service but don\u2019t really break it down the same way other disciplines do.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest?utm_source=CTD_Blog_AD&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_range_day_friday_mobile&amp;utm_content=square\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>Even the most rudimentary fighting technique, <em>Western Boxing<\/em> is way ahead of gun fighting when it comes to using physicality and angles to the best advantage, let alone <em>Karate, Aikido, Taekwondo, Judo, and Japanese Jujutsu.<\/em> To prove my point, watch a highly trained and skilled practitioner of any of the fighting skills walk down the street.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>It\u2019s like watching a <em>Prima Ballerina<\/em>. Every step is preparation for a counter or a strike\u2026 Beautiful! However, the same cannot be found with millions of CCW holders, even the ones who train. That is, if they are not texting.<\/p>\n<p>But let\u2019s get back to the ones who <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/self-taught-or-trained-are-you-really-prepared-fight\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">train<\/a>, because the others have already lost their fights. If you have taken classes from a competent instructor, and go to a range twice a month where they allow you to make presentations from the holster and practice movement, that will put you well ahead of the pack. What I am going to tell you, however, might just rock your world. Before I start, let me say I am a proponent of movement. But only correct movement and only when necessary. Heresy! I know\u2026<\/p>\n<p>According to FBI statistics, most shootings take place at or within 21 feet. That means, your assailant will likely present himself at that distance. In that moment of violence, muscle memory, built by training, will be your only ally.<\/p>\n<p>Taking desperate seconds to assess the terrain, to run off in <em>unfamiliar<\/em> territory is asking your brain, in a moment of fight or flight, to do complex processing setting you up for failure. Drawing your weapon, taking aim at the most dangerous threat first, and eliminating him, is something your mind can do reliably when under stress, precisely because you have practiced that repeatedly in training (or have you?).<\/p>\n<p>That alone \u2014 despite all the other solid reasons \u2014 makes <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/speed-accuracy-accurate-aimed-fire-ends-fights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">accurate shooting<\/a> of the utmost importance when you are surprised with violence. That said, let\u2019s consider movement and what type of movement is most effective.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"167\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Illustration #1 The correct response to an assault when you are the only armed member of your group and need to wrangle your gaggle.\" class=\"wp-image-91769 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-movement-1.jpg?w=167&amp;ssl=1 167w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-movement-1.jpg?resize=87%2C300&amp;ssl=1 87w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-movement-1.jpg?resize=150%2C517&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 167px) 100vw, 167px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-movement-1.jpg?resize=167%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"167\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-movement-1.jpg?resize=167%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Illustration #1 The correct response to an assault when you are the only armed member of your group and need to wrangle your gaggle.\" class=\"wp-image-91769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-movement-1.jpg?w=167&amp;ssl=1 167w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-movement-1.jpg?resize=87%2C300&amp;ssl=1 87w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-movement-1.jpg?resize=150%2C517&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 167px) 100vw, 167px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Illustration #1 The correct response to an assault when you are the only armed member of your group and need to wrangle your gaggle.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Proper Movement <\/h2>\n<p>So that there are no misunderstandings, this assumes the type of attack we are talking about is by 1\u20134 assailants armed with striking weapons or handguns. The environment would be a public space of some kind like a sidewalk, restaurant, store, mall, parking lot, or like area. The first thing I want to cover is your response, after you realize you are being attacked.<\/p>\n<p>Accepted doctrine states that your first response should include some form of dynamic movement that will also help counter the attack. Most instructors advocate moving off the \u2018X\u2019 as you make your <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/draw-stroke-quickly-present-pistol\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">presentation<\/a>. Keep in mind that most of this instruction is geared to law enforcement or the military.<\/p>\n<p>Although movement is important, the type and angle of movement are what really count. Movement for movement\u2019s sake can be counter productive. The following is why most common tactical wisdom is shortsighted\u2026<\/p>\n<p>When civilians are out in public, they are not usually alone. Think, is it appropriate for the armed member of the family or group to race off for a better tactical position while leaving the members of the group exposed, to be robbed, beaten, or worse? We are most likely accompanied by a male or female, excuse me, non-gender specific friend, our current birthing person, parents, etc. As their armed companion, we are their shield, if you will.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"177\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Illustration #2 The next move in response to an assault is a stabile stance for delivering accurate fire to the next most dangerous assailant.\" class=\"wp-image-91765 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-2.jpg?w=177&amp;ssl=1 177w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-2.jpg?resize=92%2C300&amp;ssl=1 92w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-2.jpg?resize=150%2C488&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 177px) 100vw, 177px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-2.jpg?resize=177%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"177\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-2.jpg?resize=177%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Illustration #2 The next move in response to an assault is a stabile stance for delivering accurate fire to the next most dangerous assailant.\" class=\"wp-image-91765\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-2.jpg?w=177&amp;ssl=1 177w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-2.jpg?resize=92%2C300&amp;ssl=1 92w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-2.jpg?resize=150%2C488&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 177px) 100vw, 177px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Illustration #2 The next move in response to an assault is a stabile stance for delivering accurate fire to the next most dangerous assailant.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Is it appropriate for their shield to start running around for a better tactical position while leaving them exposed? I think not! The best move and your responsibility is to safely evacuate them from the area or to cover, when possible \u2014 if not shield and protect them. To do that, you must present your firearm and deliver accurate precise fire on the degenerates waving weapons and demanding your valuables.<\/p>\n<p>You cannot shoot accurately if you are bouncing around hither and yawn getting off imaginary X\u2019s. It\u2019s accurate shooting and ONLY accurate shooting that will bring hostilities to a rapid conclusion in your favor. Remember, you are to be shooting, and only when not shooting, reloading or moving. Now that you understand that shooting accurately should be your first priority, let\u2019s look at the other options and when they are appropriate to employ.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest?utm_source=CTD_Blog_AD&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_range_day_friday_mobile&amp;utm_content=square\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p>Please take note of illustration #1. In that you see the defender, guiding his people behind him. He then engages the most dangerous threat first and that would be the knife wielding attacker at 9 feet. Do I have to explain why he is the highest priority target? I hope not.<\/p>\n<p>In Illustration #2 the defender has eliminated threat number 1 and has assumed a Modified Weaver stance to engage the gun wielding assailant with more accurate fire as that would be the next most serious threat. It\u2019s the stabile stance that allows you to put accurate precise and effective rounds on the target and quickly neutralize the threat. Speaking of stance, take a quick look at illustration number 3. Notice both the Isosceles and Weaver stances are shown. You tell me which one makes a smaller target.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"424\" alt=\"Illustration #3 Which target would you rather be \u2014 the wider target or the narrower one?\" class=\"wp-image-91766 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-3.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-3.jpg?resize=300%2C199&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-3.jpg?resize=150%2C99&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-3.jpg?resize=640%2C424&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-3.jpg?resize=640%2C424&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Illustration #3 Which target would you rather be \u2014 the wider target or the narrower one?\" class=\"wp-image-91766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-3.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-3.jpg?resize=300%2C199&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-3.jpg?resize=150%2C99&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Illustration #3 Which target would you rather be \u2014 the wider target or the narrower one?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>If one chooses to move first because you are alone, obviously you should simultaneously be presenting your handgun if the response requires lethal force. If there is enough distance between you and the assailant, and the weapon is a striking object, retreating to a defensible position might be in order \u2014 if terrain allows.<\/p>\n<p>I have seen instructors advocate turning your back on the threat and running to cover. I personally do not think it\u2019s ever a good idea to turn your back on a threat. That said, moving to a defensible position is always a good idea \u2014 when possible. Just don\u2019t ever do it in a straight line, with your back turned, and don\u2019t leave your loved ones behind.<\/p>\n<h2>Rotation and Angles<\/h2>\n<p>The next option we see presented most often is that of moving laterally while presenting your firearm to return fire. On first view, this seems acceptable as you are hopefully increasing distance. Let\u2019s assume (for ease of description) that everyone involved is right handed. For those of you that say, \u201csee it doesn\u2019t work\u201d it does I just don\u2019t have the space to cover every possible hand combination and direction in this article.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s first start with moving to our right as you present your defensive firearm. You rotate to the right and start moving as quickly as your age and health will allow. This presents the first problem, the more you move off your line, the more awkward it becomes for you to point your weapon in the general direction of the assailant, let alone hit him or anything for that matter.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s because it is all about the angles and you are working against your body\u2019s natural rotation by compressing as opposed to extending or opening. Maybe if I shoot over my shoulder with a mirror\u2026 That\u2019s sarcasm, so keep up. Additionally, if I am eyes on target, I can\u2019t see where I am going because my head is turned to the left looking behind me. The farther I travel, the more that spells catastrophe. See the problem?<\/p>\n<p>Next, let\u2019s try going to our left or weak side next\u2026 OK! This works much better. I can extend my arm out and point shoot pretty good going to my weak side because my body position is opening. I hope you all learned something? If not, let me tell you.<\/p>\n<p>Always move to your weak side to shoot a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=understanding-movement-in-gunfight-fluidity-rotation-angles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">handgun<\/a> easily and more accurately. The reason for that is the way we are built. We are more flexible and have a greater range of motion when we are opening our stance than when we are closing our stance \u2014 especially when it comes to arm extension, rotation, and angles.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"302\" alt=\"Illustration #4 Moving laterally to either side. Attempting to return fire forces us to move more slowly, because we need to rotate our upper body away from the direction of travel. Try moving forward as you twist your body radically to either side and see what happens. You also can\u2019t see where you are going when you are trying to aim.\" class=\"wp-image-91767 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-4.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-4.jpg?resize=300%2C142&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-4.jpg?resize=150%2C71&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-4.jpg?resize=640%2C302&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"302\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-4.jpg?resize=640%2C302&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Illustration #4 Moving laterally to either side. Attempting to return fire forces us to move more slowly, because we need to rotate our upper body away from the direction of travel. Try moving forward as you twist your body radically to either side and see what happens. You also can\u2019t see where you are going when you are trying to aim.\" class=\"wp-image-91767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-4.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-4.jpg?resize=300%2C142&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-4.jpg?resize=150%2C71&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Illustration #4 Moving laterally to either side. Attempting to return fire forces us to move more slowly, because we need to rotate our upper body away from the direction of travel. Try moving forward as you twist your body radically to either side and see what happens. You also can\u2019t see where you are going when you are trying to aim.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>As I see it, the biggest problem about moving laterally is that you can\u2019t see where you are going and will surely crash into something. That, and you present an easy target to track. Not as easy as going straight away, but easy. Even the fleetest of foot amongst us are slow compared to the other creatures that inhabit the earth, ergo we are easier to hit.<\/p>\n<p>So, how do we overcome all these deficits? Offer more stimulus packages and raise inflation? No, that\u2019s not the answer but here is an option. Move laterally to your weak side but toward the threat. By doing that you are making the assailant easier for you to hit while simultaneously making yourself a more difficult target. And why do you suppose that might be? It is a byproduct of the way we are assembled.<\/p>\n<p>If you move to your <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/ambi-lefty-shooting-the-right-way\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">weak side<\/a>, you are more fluid and becoming more open as you track your target. Equally important, your vision is more aware of things in your path because of unimpeded peripheral vision in your direction of travel. Of course, some know-it-all internet experts will say, \u201cYou are going to your opponent\u2019s strong side making it easier for him to track you!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Although it is true that we would be going to his strong side. In reality, it makes us harder for him to track because we are moving against his natural ability to lead. The fact that we are also closing on him makes it very difficult for him to track and lead us. I will refer you to all the wonderful diagrams I provided to illustrate my points and the angles.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"501\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Illustration #5 Notice how moving to your weak side allows for a greater, more fluid range of motion. Going to the strong side compresses and limits rotation. Going to the weak side also allows your peripheral vision to be aware of obstacles in your path.\" class=\"wp-image-91768 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-5.jpg?w=501&amp;ssl=1 501w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-5.jpg?resize=261%2C300&amp;ssl=1 261w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-5.jpg?resize=150%2C172&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 501px) 100vw, 501px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-5.jpg?resize=501%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"501\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-5.jpg?resize=501%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Illustration #5 Notice how moving to your weak side allows for a greater, more fluid range of motion. Going to the strong side compresses and limits rotation. Going to the weak side also allows your peripheral vision to be aware of obstacles in your path.\" class=\"wp-image-91768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-5.jpg?w=501&amp;ssl=1 501w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-5.jpg?resize=261%2C300&amp;ssl=1 261w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Gunfight-Mmovement-5.jpg?resize=150%2C172&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 501px) 100vw, 501px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Illustration #5 Notice how moving to your weak side allows for a greater, more fluid range of motion. Going to the strong side compresses and limits rotation. Going to the weak side also allows your peripheral vision to be aware of obstacles in your path.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Another advantage of advancing toward your opponent is a psychological one. Criminals don\u2019t expect their victims to attack them. It throws them off their game and affords you a tactical advantage. That is one reason why military units are taught to attack the enemy when ambushed and to overwhelm them with superior firepower.<\/p>\n<p>I pray you never find yourself in a life or death confrontation but if you do, remember the angles. Stay safe, train often, and practice, practice, practice!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Do you practice getting off the \u2018X\u2019? Has your practice been about moving with purpose or simply moving for \u2018movement\u2019s sake? 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