Matrix, there is a reason for the isoceles being taught, it works in COMBAT. If you plan on becoming an expert marksman in a static environment, weaver will do just fine; good grip, good shooting platform, etc. If you want to become an expert marksman in the combat environment, isoceles is the way to go.
The studies have shown, video footage has shown, when you are involved in a violent encounter (life or death situation) the body will react by squaring up to the target.
More people should talk to the professionals that teach tactical teams and military special ops groups. The majority of them will tell you the isoceles ( or in a squared up positon) is the best for that environment.
The law dog mentioned that as a police officer he likes to stand with the strong leg back ( I assume in a bladed positon) when talking to a suspect. I gathered from his statement he also uses this stance in CQC. I agree with the stance while interviewing someone, however, how many times have you stayed bladed to the suspect when the fightng starts? For me, never. I square up every time. I imagine you do the same.
It seems to me that if you train with the mind set that you are in combat, and simulate your bodies probable reaction (squared up, shoulders rolled forward, arms extended, etc) you will see a natural isoceles stance.
Seems to work for the professionals.
EK
[This message has been edited by ek127 (edited August 15, 2000).]
The studies have shown, video footage has shown, when you are involved in a violent encounter (life or death situation) the body will react by squaring up to the target.
More people should talk to the professionals that teach tactical teams and military special ops groups. The majority of them will tell you the isoceles ( or in a squared up positon) is the best for that environment.
The law dog mentioned that as a police officer he likes to stand with the strong leg back ( I assume in a bladed positon) when talking to a suspect. I gathered from his statement he also uses this stance in CQC. I agree with the stance while interviewing someone, however, how many times have you stayed bladed to the suspect when the fightng starts? For me, never. I square up every time. I imagine you do the same.
It seems to me that if you train with the mind set that you are in combat, and simulate your bodies probable reaction (squared up, shoulders rolled forward, arms extended, etc) you will see a natural isoceles stance.
Seems to work for the professionals.
EK
[This message has been edited by ek127 (edited August 15, 2000).]