In the article "Shoot While Moving vs. Move Then Shoot" by Mike Boyle on The Armory Life, the author discusses training strategies for handling movement during armed encounters. Boyle, a veteran police trainer, emphasizes that traditional firearms training often neglects real-world scenarios involving movement. Through his experience and adaptation from practical shooting competitions, he suggests incorporating controlled movement into training. While acknowledging shooting while moving can be challenging, involving stress, he advocates for understanding when it's beneficial for self-defense. He stresses the importance of safely practicing movement with unloaded firearms and recommends simple footwork to gain advantageous positions, rather than elaborate drills primarily suited for tactical operators. The ultimate goal is to prepare for split-second decisions that improve safety and effectiveness during an armed encounter.
