Reaction Time Strategies
Advanced drills to break through latency plateaus
Train smarter, not just faster.
Session cap
6 sets
Beyond this accuracy drops
Deload
Every 4 weeks
Prevent CNS fatigue
Progression
Week 1: pure stimulus. Week 2: add choice. Week 3: dual-task. Week 4: deload. Repeat with higher difficulty.
Hardware Tips
Calibrate mouse polling, clean mouse feet, and sit at consistent distance. Keep desk ergonomics dialed.
Action Steps
Add choice cues
Use custom macros to add go/no-go or left/right decisions.
Dual-task days
Count backwards while playing to stress cognition.
Hardware audit
Check monitor latency monthly.
Recommended Games
Reaction Time
Related Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a 240Hz monitor?
Helpful for elite goals but not required; consistency matters more.
How do I handle bad days?
Shorten the session, focus on breathing, and log the context instead of forcing results.