{"id":5442,"date":"2020-05-27T14:18:51","date_gmt":"2020-05-27T14:18:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/?p=5442"},"modified":"2023-03-15T14:18:19","modified_gmt":"2023-03-15T14:18:19","slug":"center-axis-relock","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/center-axis-relock\/","title":{"rendered":"Center Axis Relock Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019ve never been the type of person who gets particularly excited about Hollywood movies. If you do manage to drag me to the theater, chances are good that I\u2019ll criticize the heck out of it, especially if the film involves any sort of shooting. I\u2019ll call BS in a heartbeat if something is unrealistic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, you might be surprised that I absolutely love the<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> John Wick <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">movies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those of you who haven\u2019t seen the first <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt2911666\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Wick<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> movie (What the heck are you waiting for?), it chronicles the violent adventures of a retired assassin who goes on a vengeance killing spree over the cold-blooded murder of his puppy, Daisy. Take into account that Daisy was the final gift from John Wick\u2019s dead wife, and it\u2019s easy to empathize with (if not condone) the main character&#8217;s violent motives. (I mean&#8230;it was a beagle puppy. Who kills a beagle puppy?)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good one half of the movie is devoted to intense shooting scenes with plenty of gratuitous violence. However, the directors, stunt coordinators, and actors all went through some serious and intense range training to ensure the gun handling in the film is as accurate and authentic as possible. I can respect that.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They actually left very little for this hyper-critical movie goer to complain about.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re wondering how Keanu Reeves could pull off playing such a badass, it\u2019s because Keanu Reeves is a badass. Don\u2019t believe me, watch this quick video that captures just some of his extensive firearms training.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"John Wick 2 Firearms Training with Keanu Reeves &amp; Taran Tactical | 5.11 Tactical\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_yk7K8-HnfI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is He Holding His Gun That Way?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keanu Reeves\u2019 badassery aside, there are probably plenty of gun guys and gals who have looked at his shooting stance and had a major what the heck moment. I mean, why is he tilting his pistol like that?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This may be the most controversial element in the whole movie. And that\u2019s saying something since the story starts off with a dead puppy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s called Center Axis Relock (CAR), and It is actually an accepted pistol shooting system, not something the director pulled out for cinematic effect.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is Center Axis Relock?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Center Axis Relock has two primary positions, usually referred to as \u201cHigh Center Axis Relock\u201d and \u201cExtended Center Axis Relock.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In both positions, the body is bladed to the target. The support side foot is positioned closer to the target, while the shooting side foot is much further back. The feet are actually placed in such a way as to place the shoulders almost perpendicular to the target, with the support side shoulder pointing toward it. This position presents the smallest target possible to the aggressor, which is a major advantage in a tactical or self-defense situation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the \u201cHigh\u201d position, the shooter draws his or her pistol and brings it to the center of the chest, holding it parallel to your shoulders. Since the support side shoulder is already pointing toward the target, the pistol will also be pointing that way. This position allows you to quickly pull off one or more shots at an up-close attacker and can be used effectively when there isn\u2019t enough time to raise your weapon to eye level and line up your sights.\u00a0 <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5456 size-medium\" title=\"Demonstrating center axis relock with a pistol\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/high-car-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"The author demonstrating center axis relock with a pistol\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/high-car-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/high-car-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/high-car-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/high-car-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/high-car-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have sufficient time and distance, you can draw your weapon to the \u201cExtended\u201d position. With the support hand positioned beneath the weapon held firmly in the shooting hand, roll the gun up so that the sights align with one of your eyes (It doesn\u2019t have to be the dominant eye since the close <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">distance helps prevent double vision and allows the shooter to keep both eyes open).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be sure to raise the weapon to your line of sight. Do not lower your head to meet the gun.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When in the extended position, the shooting hand will be positioned on top, allowing the wrist to stay aligned with the forearm. The opposite hand provides support from underneath. In this position, the gun will be canted at a slight angle.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5452\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5452\" style=\"width: 768px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5452 size-large\" title=\"left-handed C.A.R.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/lefty-CAR-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A left-handed shooter using center axis relock at the shooting range.\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/lefty-CAR-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/lefty-CAR-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/lefty-CAR-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/lefty-CAR-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/lefty-CAR-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5452\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">CAR, the left-handed version<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the support hand to pull back on the weapon while the shooting hand pushes forward (just like the Weaver Stance). The push\/pull effect produces isometric tension that helps create a stable, locked-in position. The canted position also helps eliminate flex in your shooting side wrist. This all works together to help control recoil and tame muzzle flip, allowing you to get back on target quickly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Brief History of the Center Axis Relock<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may surprise some critics (and there are many) that the Center Axis Relock position did not originate on a Hollywood movie set. It is a real life shooting technique created by law enforcement trainer, Paul Castle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before Castle succumbed to cancer in 2011, he developed the Center Axis Relock (CAR) system. CAR is actually an integrated combat system for shotgun, rifle, and pistol shooting. The system was designed for military and law enforcement applications, not fictitious assassins.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today, Jeff Johnsgaard, the head instructor at the Sabre Tactical Training Center (also known as the CAR shooting school), teaches the system.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where Center Axis Relock Really Shines<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Wick<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> movies, Center Axis Relock has become about as trendy as craft beer, only this craft beer doesn\u2019t totally suck.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The deep, staggered stance of Center Axis Relock is similar to stances common in many traditional forms of martial arts. The concept is to harness the power of the body\u2019s natural center axis (which is where the stance gets its name). The base of the stance provides plenty of stability and allows the shooter to use his or her firearm almost as an extension of the body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAR particularly dominates in close quarters encounters, where speed, efficiency, and weapon retention are crucial to being able to walk away alive.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speed<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no arguing that CAR allows you to put lead on target fast. When you only have nanoseconds to respond to a rushing threat, the \u201chigh\u201d position lets you pull off shots faster than any other stance in the common shooter repertoire. From the \u201chigh\u201d position, you can use your natural point-and-shoot instincts to engage a target already at halitosis range.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even at the \u201cextended\u201d position, the weapon is relatively close to your body, which can facilitate faster reloading. And if you need to clear a stoppage, lowering back to the \u201chigh\u201d position gives you a great angle to clear your chamber, rerack, and continue to engage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Efficiency<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although point-and-shoot is acceptable when you don\u2019t have time for anything else, getting sights on target is the absolute best way to get your rounds to hit your mark. One of the best things about this stance is how easy it is to aim.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most other stances have the shooter holding the weapon with arms extended. This position places the weapon\u2019s sights at a distance where it can be difficult to focus the eyes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many shooters experience a kind of double vision at this distance. If you focus on the target, you may see two front sights. Then, when you try to focus on the sights, you see two targets. When experiencing double vision, you might accidentally pick the wrong sight picture or the wrong target, especially when shooting under stress.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To overcome blurred sights and double vision, some shooting instructors teach their students to close one eye. The problem with closing (or even partially closing) one eye when shooting is you sacrifice peripheral vision, which is a valuable asset in a self-defense situation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In contrast, Center Axis Relock places the sights directly in line with the eye at a comfortable focal point. CAR sets your gun sights 12 to 16 inches from your eyes. This is the distance you would typically use to read a store receipt or a business card. This is significantly closer to your eyes than the traditional Chapman or Isosceles stance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With your sights at optimal \u201creading\u201d distance and aligned with one eye, the sight and the target can appear clearer and double vision is virtually eliminated. This allows for rapid target acquisition and lets you place multiple rounds on target while keeping both eyes open. Shooting with both eyes open allows you to retain precious peripheral vision.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weapon Retention<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-5457 size-medium\" title=\"holding the pistol close to the body\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/car-retention-241x300.jpg\" alt=\"Author demonstrating holding the pistol close to the body\" width=\"241\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/car-retention-241x300.jpg 241w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/car-retention-822x1024.jpg 822w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/car-retention-1233x1536.jpg 1233w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/car-retention-1644x2048.jpg 1644w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 241px) 100vw, 241px\" \/>A close quarter encounter with an attacker can quickly morph into a hand-to-hand situation. Because CAR keeps the weapon close to the body, you can more easily keep your hands on the weapon should the confrontation turn into a fist fight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The \u201chigh\u201d position uses body ergonomics to place the weapon at a point of natural strength. Even toddlers instinctively use this position when they want to hold onto a toy a sibling is trying to take from them.\u00a0 This position also allows you to protect your weapon with your body if the aggressor attempts to take it. When the attacker reaches for the weapon, you can simply pivot the torso to keep it out of reach. It is also easy (and instinctual) to use your elbows to knock reaching hands away or strike the attacker in the body or face.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In contrast, when a weapon is held at arm&#8217;s length (as in most conventional stances), an aggressor can more easily knock it out of your hands. Once disarmed, your weapon can be used against you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shooting from a Seated Position<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One other major advantage of the CAR system is it is perfect for shooting from a seated position. Should you ever need to defend yourself from inside a vehicle, the Center Axis Relock is easy to assume and is unhindered by the tight space of a driver\u2019s seat. CAR should really be your go-to stance should you need to shoot from any seated position. If you don\u2019t believe me, try assuming an isosceles stance in a restaurant booth. <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5445 size-large\" title=\"displaying center axis relock\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/20200301_172842_Film1-1-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"center axis relock displayed behind the wheel of an automobile\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/20200301_172842_Film1-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/20200301_172842_Film1-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/20200301_172842_Film1-1-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disadvantages of Center Axis Relock<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite its newfound popularity, Center Axis Relock has plenty of critics. Some of that criticism is simply because the stance is so unconventional. Old habits die hard, and some shooters are really set in their ways. I admit I waited until I was alone at the range to test this one out. I didn\u2019t want to deal with the dirty looks of my fellow shooters.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5449\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5449\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5449 size-medium\" title=\"demonstrating center axis relock stance on the firing line\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/john-wick-stance-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"The author at the shooting range shooting with the center axis relock stance\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/john-wick-stance-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/john-wick-stance-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/john-wick-stance-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/john-wick-stance-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/john-wick-stance-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/john-wick-stance-120x120.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/john-wick-stance-524x524.jpg 524w, https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/wp-content\/uploads\/john-wick-stance-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5449\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Me testing out CAR at the empty range.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, there are some issues with the stance that go beyond dirty looks and judgmental stares.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If target shooting is your main goal, then stick with the standard Isosceles or modified Weaver. CAR is definitely a combat stance. However, even as a combat stance it has a few drawbacks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First, becoming proficient with CAR takes some time, practice, and probably some quality instruction.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies show that even highly trained shooters tend to fall back to some version of the Isosceles stance in a high-stress situation. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/lodge\/isosceles-stance\">Isosceles stance<\/a> seems to work with the natural inclinations of the mind and body during a massive adrenaline dump. Since that&#8217;s the stance you\u2019re most likely to use during a violent encounter, it makes sense to spend some serious time practicing it. Why fight nature by forcing CAR in a high-stress situation?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One minor drawback to the \u201cextended\u201d position is the proximity of your face to flying <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/index.php\/cName\/brass-casings\">brass casings<\/a>. Although this is more annoying than dangerous, expect hot brass casings to bounce off your hat (if you\u2019re lucky enough to be wearing one). However, flying brass should be the least of your concerns during a life-or-death altercation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some CAR critics also claim the stance limits shooter mobility. I\u2019m certainly no expert on the CAR system (although I do have an extensive self-defense background). It\u2019s possible those critics are right. However, I\u2019m going to let this video address the mobility issue. Perhaps the critics just haven\u2019t run enough shooting drills.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Center Axis Relock 3 targets moving with hand change\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Q8MJvnOfRXA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summing It Up<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a brief rehash of the benefits and drawbacks of the Center Axis Relock system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pros<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sharply bladed profile presents a small target toward your attacker.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allows you to draw and shoot quickly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Efficient recoil management.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced muzzle flip.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliminates double vision and makes sight alignment easier.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preserves peripheral vision.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improves weapon retention.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allows you to use elbows to strike and protect your weapon in a hand-to-hand confrontation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy to use from a seated position.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This stance takes some practice.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some critics claim the stance limits mobility.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ejected brass flies close to your head.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No single shooting stance will be perfect for everyone in every shooting situation. No matter what your preferred stance, CAR is a good one to throw in your defensive shooting tool box. Not just because it looks cool, either.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike John Wick, who goes out looking for trouble, we want to be in as few gunfights as possible. But having the skills to survive an armed engagement is a worthwhile goal, even if you aren\u2019t a retired assassin hellbent on revenge over a dead puppy. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Let&#8217;s look at Center Axis Relock, a shooting stance possibly made famous by Hollywood&#8217;s John Wick movies but actually endorsed by several respected American self-defense trainers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":5643,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[223,224,206],"class_list":["post-5442","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-range","tag-center-axis-relock","tag-john-wick","tag-shooting-stance"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Center Axis Relock Explained - A Solid Stance?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"A look at center axis relock as a shooting stance. 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