In the final episode of Hacking The Darkside, Vanessa Lee learns about building a strong shot. After years of contemplating whether or not I should start shooting compound, I finally took the plunge. I had already taken my first shot…
posture
Back in the groove
This time, Lucy O’ Sullivan focuses on developing a strong back for archery. Did you know that if you strengthen your back muscles not only will you improve your posture and reduce lower back pain, but you will certainly improve your…
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Posted in Features, Technique
Getting things straight: shoulder alignments for recurve archers
Naomi Folkard talks shoulder alignment for recurve archers. The shoulder is a remarkably mobile joint. The humerus – the long bone in the upper arm between your elbow and your shoulder – fits into the scapula like a ball and…
Tagged with: acromion, archer, bow weight, chang hyejin, clavicle joints, clinibands, draw length, execution, flexibility, movement, naomi folkard, posture, poundage, recurve archers, scapula, scapulae, scapular, shape, shoulder, shoulder alignment, technique, winging
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Posted in Features, Technique
Measure Up
When it comes to getting comfortable with your bow, John Dudley advises starting with your measurements One of the most important parts of archery is having a perfect draw length. It should be something you know, something you set on…
Tagged with: alignment, comfortable, draw length, john dudley, measurements, posture
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Posted in Technique
Unlock your shooting
Tagged with: anchor, arrow clearance, bubble, centered, clearance, compound, draw length, dynamic release, execution, good shot, grip, head position, john dudley, posture, release, t-formation
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Posted in Technique