# Tips You Can Use To Instantly Improve Your Aim When Shooting *By James Hills, mantripping.com — Updated March 2020* Do you often walk away from the hunting ground or shooting range with some frustration? You’ve probably tasted the bliss of getting the perfect shot—and now you’re battling to duplicate the experience.  What are you doing wrong? Yes, there are many factors at play when you shoot. You can’t control the wind and sometimes you’re simply having an off day where you can’t seem to do anything right. Guess what: everyone has these days.  But on the other days, these few tips will help you to instantly [improve your aim](https://www.wikihow.com/Become-a-Better-Shooter) and results. ## Get the Right Clothing Comfort is a top priority and that often starts with your attire. Your gear should work to prevent you from being seen by animals you hunt. But it should also work for YOU by making you feel at ease: allowing for movement and keeping you cool or warm enough. 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And since the advice came from the experts, you stick to it. Certain rules apply to everyone, such as not tensing your shoulders, keeping your arms extended (not locked) and leaning forward rather than backward.  But everyone’s different! Take some time and try out different positions. Placing your dominant foot behind the other foot usually affords great balance, but what helps you feel comfortable? How can you evenly distribute your weight based on your unique form and build? Also remember that out in the field it’s different than the shooting range, so practicing shooting from different sitting and standing positions is essential. ## Learn to Control Your Breathing Your breathing should help, not hamper, your shooting. The general guideline is to inhale, then exhale, and to squeeze the trigger while you hold your breath. This works because your muscles relax for a short period while you’re not breathing. But of course, your body will want to automatically start the breathing process again, so pull the trigger as soon as possible after exhaling. Holding that breath too long can even blur your sight, so fast actions are essential.  ## Remember the Follow Through The definition of follow-through is all about what happens after you pull the trigger. You should keep the same position with your body and arms. You must also keep depressing the trigger unless you’re using an automatic rifle. Not making sudden movements means you won’t interrupt the bullet’s trajectory. Yes, even allowing your finger to bounce back from the trigger can force the gun to move. The slightest movement could mean you won’t hit where you originally aimed. Shooting is all about the details!  Book Your Next Cruise With Heather at Flow Voyages! She is our prefered travel advisor for cruises and all-inclusive resorts. Call: 630-779-9301 or click here ... 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