Steady hand

I don't like to bring along the cumbersome tripod as it  limits my movement and at the same time I don't have to worry about the safety of that RM300 plus handycam stabilizer. The function of the tripod has been replaced by two sets of priceless organic arms which are directly attached to my shoulders(my hands). It is an effective method of using your hands as tripod replacement, just make sure both of the reliable appendages are really steady and of course years of training in the Army Reserve Unit has resulted in significant increase of upper body strength. The shooting practice develops steady grip as I have to be calm before pulling the trigger once the pin-point accuracy has been acquired through the cross-hair. Breathing and heartbeat have to be in sync because a slight vibration could distort the end result although the target has been securely locked.
Live 5.56mm bullets are enough to clear any distractions out of your head since your platoon mates are close by. Careless mistakes are potentially fatal in nature. When shooting video, mistakes can be rectified on the spot, at the shooting range; it is either a bullet straying off its intended path  or exit wound injuries. It is obvious that shooting videos are far less risky.
So the training I've received so far is after all very useful even though both are worlds apart, the essence is still the same.