Mike,
I am in no way a perfect physical specimen but I do notice a difference in my cocnsistency with a little cardio work before the season. This past year was a shining example of just such a case. I had been shooting very strong all season (for me at least) even achieved a few personal milestones. As I headed into our state torney I was feeling pretty good. (Uknalis beware :lol: ) It began with a sleep deprived drive followed with 100+ temperatures. I ran the first field in the morning then slowly wilted like a pansie and drug myself off the field that afternoon after my worst 28ga round of the season. My lack of conditioning was amplified by the heat I still knew how to break each bird I just lost my focus. I couldn't stay sharp I CHOKED!
Lesson learned - I will return a leaner meaner skeeter this year. I have developed a routine now which also includes a stretch and flex before each round.
I am in no way a perfect physical specimen but I do notice a difference in my cocnsistency with a little cardio work before the season. This past year was a shining example of just such a case. I had been shooting very strong all season (for me at least) even achieved a few personal milestones. As I headed into our state torney I was feeling pretty good. (Uknalis beware :lol: ) It began with a sleep deprived drive followed with 100+ temperatures. I ran the first field in the morning then slowly wilted like a pansie and drug myself off the field that afternoon after my worst 28ga round of the season. My lack of conditioning was amplified by the heat I still knew how to break each bird I just lost my focus. I couldn't stay sharp I CHOKED!
Lesson learned - I will return a leaner meaner skeeter this year. I have developed a routine now which also includes a stretch and flex before each round.