Violent and strenuous athletics which may result in injuries should be avoided. A series of non-strenuous exercise of the type that require body bending and stretching, deep breathing and moderate muscular tension are best suited toward obtaining a condition defined as body tone and a feeling of well being. Simply going through the motions of an exercise is of no advantage whatsoever. You must put some effort into your exercising. Don't expect that just because you started exercising on Monday you are going to realize an appreciable raise in score by Friday.
Physical conditioning is a relatively slow process.
In addition to those proven ill effects on general health and longevity, the following effects and reactions will definitely prevent the shooter from reaching his maximum potential. Most good shooters do not smoke at all or drink before or during their shooting. Shrinks capillaries causing increased heart action resulting in blood circulation difficulties, rapid, shallow respiration, increased pulse activity and frequent nerve pulsating in the extremities of the body. Dulls certain sensory nerve endings in mouth and throat causing increased nervousness when under pressure. A depressant, alcohol and its tail end effects will lessen the desire to win.