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Reaction Time Strategies

Advanced drills to break through latency plateaus

Train smarter, not just faster.

7 min readProcessing speedUpdated Jan 10, 2025

Session cap

6 sets

Beyond this accuracy drops

Deload

Every 4 weeks

Prevent CNS fatigue

Drill Menu

  • **Go/No-Go:** Click only when green shows with a sound cue.
  • **Left/Right Choice:** Use external macro pads.
  • **Dual Task:** Count backwards or recite alphabets while reacting.

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

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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.