I am finding that economy of motion, reducing the unnecessary movements, when shooting a stage is where real speed comes from. I've really been practicing on getting rid of that half studder step, that bobble, and all those little movements that eat up time.
Smooth is fast. When I watch the "big boys" I marvel at how deliberate everything looks. Sometimes it even looks slow, but the times are fast. I'd like to hear how you set up to practice "smooth."
BTW, Peace and goodwill.