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3 Typical Archery Mistakes People Often Make

 

If you're just starting out your archery hobby, or if you've been into the entire activity for a while now, you might feel frustration every time your arrow misses the target. Yes, it can be very provoking when you don't hit what you want to hit, but it pays to keep in mind that every shot is a learning experience. Another thing to remember is that archery is a complicated sport, and so there are going to be a bunch of flaws and mistakes in your style that you might not realize. If you want to improve your archery skills, be sure to take note of these common pitfalls so you can steer clear of them on your next shot.

 

1.            Incorrect Stance - One of the most common mistakes people make when shooting their arrows is maintaining the right stance. Generally, feet are supposed to be shoulder-width apart, and more or less should be pointing at 5 minutes past 9, but that can depend on personal preference. The purpose of the stance is to give the archer a strong base of support and balance so they can generate a steady and powerful shot. Without this stable base, an arrow isn't likely to hit or even reach its target. Find out more about archery at this homepage.

 

2.            Improper Hook - When you prepare to shoot your arrow, do you just randomly hook your fingers on the bowstring without taking note of where you place them? This could be a problem. Improper hooking of the fingers can result to a failed short or even bruised finger tips. As a general rule, your fingers should hook just enough to keep the bowstring drawn but not too much that you're actually placing too much tension on the string. It also pays to note your position along the string as hooking too high or too low can make you miss your target. Go here to know more about the mistakes people often make from archery.

 

3.            Inappropriate Strength - Often, people tend to focus on their aiming and totally forget about the strength of their shot. The power you put into the arrow will determine how close it will make it to the target, and how well it will stay along the intended trajectory. A shot that's fired without enough strength can lose its way and cause side to side movements. Be sure that aside from just aiming your arrow, you also consider how much power should go into it so that you don't fall short of your target. Find out helpful information at http://www.ehow.com/how_8359368_aim-bow-sight.html.

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