Dry-firing is simply
- Verifying the gun is unloaded
- Putting it in condition to fire (cocking or racking)
- With the proper stance and grip, aiming at a spot on the wall, and squeezing the trigger
After firing, cock or rack as necessary, and repeat. There are four important tricks to help you do this with no movement:
- Identify the amount of take-up (slack) in your trigger; pull back to that point of resistance before starting the mental process of the trigger squeeze, otherwise you will hit a bump.
- Take enough time in the trigger squeeze. For new shooters, there should be at least 1 1/2 seconds between start of pressure and break. It should be gradual and deliberate.
- Consider which part of your finger in pulling the trigger. If it is either the pad or the joint, you may be exerting lateral force on the trigger that causes the gun to move. Find that spot in the middle where those lateral forces cancel out.
- After the break, continue pulling until the trigger touches the frame.
Do this exercise 10 times, rest for a minute, and another 10 times, every day for 30 days. You will be amazed with the results.