So pretty much I have a problem with getting accuracy from the x step. When I throw without stepping I can usually get the disc 250-300ft and get it exactly where I want. But when I use the x step my accuracy is off and my disc usally ends up to the right. I have been playing for about 4 years and I have gone back and forth between stepping and not stepping. I need more distance! If anyone could give me advice it would be greatly appreciated.

Ps I will also be playing in my first competition so I don't want to look like a fool standing there.

Thanks.

So pretty much I have a problem with getting accuracy from the x step. When I throw without stepping I can usually get the disc 250-300ft and get it exactly where I want. But when I use the x step my accuracy is off and my disc usally ends up to the right. I have been playing for about 4 years and I have gone back and forth between stepping and not stepping. I need more distance! If anyone could give me advice it would be greatly appreciated.

Ps I will also be playing in my first competition so I don't want to look like a fool standing there.

Thanks.

Just stick with it. I had the same problem at first. The x-step is proven to work, it just takes practice to get the timing down. It will improve your accuracy, distance, and reduce the chance of injury in the long run.

Will do, thanks.

on youtube Dan beto has a vid that works from the release back to the first step.
i dont know how to post a link.
it is an exalent how to vid

Pulling shots to the right is one of my flaws(RHBH). It happens when I don't focus on where my right foot is planted at release. I tend to open up my body so my foot plants farther right. Notice where your final step ends then focus on adjusting it left. The rest of your body alignment and release point will follow and you won't pull shots to the right.

So I went out yesterday and practiced; my shots seemed high and when I tried to anny my disc would go left. I think I need to slow my steps down a little and focus on my release more. If I can get a video of my drive ill put it on here later today or soon.

Break it down, simplify it. Evidently you've been throwing with your right foot forward (if throwing RHBH, which I'm assuming). So, now, start a step back with your left foot forward, as if you were finishing the cross step. In the long run, actually turning your head to help get the arm extension will help with arm speed, but that can wait a while, and added with a little more practice after you take a full approach. Keep the disc close to your chest, don't straighten your elbow until your shoulder is through, and snap your wrist after the elbow comes through. Keep balanced, shoulders level and disc flat (that usually means bending your wrist downward a bit, to keep the front edge down.)

Try a Zen-influenced approach: In an open field with plenty of length all around you, close your eyes as you come around on the cross. Feel where your arm is at the release, and call which direction the disc is going. When you can tell from your arm and wrist position and call it accurately 18/20 times, you can consider it pretty secure. In fact, start that from your standing still position too. It works well for putting too, as well as BB freethrow shooting.