Send us a textIn this conversation, T.J. Hawk shares his journey in competitive shooting, discussing his achievements, target setting philosophy, and the importance of mental preparation. He reflects on personal growth, the impact of nutrition, and the challenges of modern distractions. T.J. emphasizes the significance of setting boundaries and the role of acceptance in learning from mistakes. He also touches on his future aspirations in shooting and the balance between competition and enjoyment. Dawn Grant Links https://dawngrant.com/https://mindmastered.com/ https://ameliashotgunsports.com/ Free webinar here: https://dawngrant.com/pages/clay-shooters-mind-game-mastery Takeaways -T.J. Hawk started shooting later in life but quickly became passionate about it.-He emphasizes the importance of mental preparation and process improvement in shooting.-Target setting is a crucial aspect of competitive shooting that can influence performance.-Acceptance of mistakes is vital for growth in competitive shooting.-Incremental improvements keep shooters engaged and motivated.-Nutrition and hydration play a significant role in performance.-Setting boundaries is important for maintaining focus during competitions.-Modern distractions can impact focus and performance in shooting.-The flow state is essential for achieving peak performance in shooting.-T.J. Hawk values the camaraderie and community within the shooting sport. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to T.J. Hawk05:16 Target Setting Philosophy10:56 Life Changes and Priorities16:16 Mindset and Perfectionism in Shooting22:27 The Importance of Process and Focus27:25 The Mental Game: Balancing Mind and Performance32:09 Nutrition and Mental Preparation for Success40:02 The Importance of Nutrition in Performance47:56 Understanding ADD and Its ImpactSupport the show 10% OFF ShotKam Coupon Code “TheClayLab”: https://bit.ly/TheClayLab-ShotKam Visit Us at www.claylabusa.com for videos, podcasts, and articles about Sporting Clays. Join as a Channel Member for early access to Videos & Podcasts and to support The Clay LabFind us on Social MediaYouTubeInstagramFacebook