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For what it is worth, I have learned a lot about my shooting though competition (and watching myself on video).
I'm just a civy, who does a fair bit of pistol shooting...but I have definitely improved from shooting IDPA.
If you're looking to practice with your fighting load...IDPA might be a little more "friendly". It all comes down to the vibe at the local level, but in general IPSC tends to be a lot more "game" oriented. When I shoot IDPA, I use my standard carry rig (IWB holster, fleece jacket instead of a Gucci tac vest for cover, and my G19 carry gun). I shoot for accuracy, and good habits...and don't scurry around, and extend past cover like some of the "gamers" do.
There was a comment earlier about the better shooters being more efficient. That it certainly the case. I improved a lot after I saw all the excess movement I was doing on video, then I worked on lessening it. Competition between my friends and I who shot together just motivated me to improve.
I'd shoot what is available to you, and just use it as a tool to help motivate you to practice more, or become more efficient in your procedures.
Best of luck to you.
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