Awesome advise Mark! I know this is a BIGGIE for a lot of shooters.
When I was shooting the loose grip was shown by allowing the bow to swing forward after the shot and we all used to have wrist straps to aid in letting the bow free after pulling the trigger. Do they still recommend that?
Next you should talk about squeezing your shoulder blades prior to the shot, or how to have a buddy pull the trigger for you to help with anticipating the shot and wincing. Just some ideas cause I think your advice to new shooters is GREAT!
Definitely do still recommend the wrist sling. I use one myself! And I also think you make a great point about squeezing w/your shoulder blades, and using the buddy technique to work on not anticipating the shot. Look for something about that coming soon.
3 Responses to Super Simple Archery Tip – Your Bow Grip
Uncle Ted, THE Uncle Ted
April 2nd, 2010 at 12:13 pm
Awesome advise Mark! I know this is a BIGGIE for a lot of shooters.
When I was shooting the loose grip was shown by allowing the bow to swing forward after the shot and we all used to have wrist straps to aid in letting the bow free after pulling the trigger. Do they still recommend that?
Next you should talk about squeezing your shoulder blades prior to the shot, or how to have a buddy pull the trigger for you to help with anticipating the shot and wincing. Just some ideas cause I think your advice to new shooters is GREAT!
Keep up the good work!
Adam
April 5th, 2010 at 7:37 am
Very good tip! It will improve shot groups for sure!
Mark Kenyon
April 7th, 2010 at 7:50 am
Thanks Ted!
Definitely do still recommend the wrist sling. I use one myself! And I also think you make a great point about squeezing w/your shoulder blades, and using the buddy technique to work on not anticipating the shot. Look for something about that coming soon.