These three methods are all well-known approaches – and most good field archers will at least one or a combination of these three to set yardage
Technique
Archery tech explained: How a hinge release works
The last decade of competitive compound archery has undoubtedly seen a significant trend away from the thumb-trigger release to the hinge or back tension model
Q&A: Should I shoot with both eyes open?
Tagged with: accuracy, archery, archery focus, archery skills, archery technique, arrow, arrows, bow and arrow, Bow International, eye focus, field sports, shooting stance, shot, skills, training
Posted in FAQs, Technique
Posted in FAQs, Technique
Practise with purpose
While practice might not make perfect, it should at least make you better. Coach Larry Wise explains how to structure a practice session to achieve just that
Tagged with: archer, archery improvement, archery tips, arrow, bow, Bow International, coaching, competitions, compound bow, Larry Wise, perfect, practice, recurve bow
Posted in Features, Technique
Posted in Features, Technique
How to get outdoor ready
With the indoor season drawing to a close, Patrick Huston shares his guide to preparing for outdoors, so you can hit the ground running
Tagged with: archery, archery competitions, archery events, archery tips, arrow, bow, Bow International, competition season, competitive archery, field archery, olympic archer, outdoor archery, outdoor events, outdoor season, preparation, tips
Posted in Events, Features, Psychology, Technique
Posted in Events, Features, Psychology, Technique
Traditional troubleshoot: What’s dead release?
Rob Jones explains what dead and active release means from the perspective of a traditional archer
Tagged with: active release, archer, archery, archery shot, archery technique, arrow, Bow International, bow release, compound, dead release, recurve, shot, traditional archery
Posted in FAQs, Features, Technique, Traditional
Posted in FAQs, Features, Technique, Traditional
How to overcome ‘wrong’ eye dominance
Left-eye dominant but right-handed, Lucy O’Sullivan has spent a fair amount of time working to overcome the problems that presents. Here, she shares some of the tips and tricks she’s learned
Tagged with: archer, archery advice, archery technique, archery tricks, Bow International, eye dominance, Lucy O'Sullivan, Off Eye, overcoming archery obstacles, Pilla glasses, tips
Posted in Features, Technique
Posted in Features, Technique
Best foot forward: How to find your stance
A good stance is the foundation for a good shot, but it’s a very personal thing that can take some working out. Duncan Busby explains how to find the best stance for you
Tagged with: archery, archery equipment, archery in the wind, archery stance, arrow, arrows, bow and arrow, Bow International, equipment, field sports, longrod, shooting stance, shot, skills, training
Posted in Features, Technique
Posted in Features, Technique
How to get your references right
Duncan Busby outlines the importance of a set of comfortable, consistent reference points, and explains how you can find what works for you
Tagged with: archery equipment, archery improvement, arrows, bow and arrow, Bow International, bow performance, bow psychology, bow technique, compound, focus, learning, Q&A, recurve, reference point, references
Posted in Features, Technique
Posted in Features, Technique
How to get stronger and fitter at home
Not quite ready to venture out of your winter cocoon and take on the gym? Lucy O’Sullivan says you can still improve your archery
Tagged with: archer, archery, archery exercises, Archery Fit, body weight exercises, Bow International, bow technique, exercises, fitness, improve archery, plank, push up, squats
Posted in Features, Technique
Posted in Features, Technique
