Elbow alignment

SETTING REAR SCAPULA

It is important to position the rear scapula correctly to be able to maximize the use of the stronger lower Trapezius. This should be done as part of the set-up. This will be assisted by raising the bow when setting-up and then drawing to a few inches below the anchor point. The drawing arm and hand must be raised as one unit, without changing scapula positioning.

When commencing the draw, the back of the drawing hand must be in the position that it will sit on the face. Any rotation on the face while coming to anchor will vary finger pressure on the string.

Furthermore, while raising the drawing arm when anchoring, the rear shoulder and scapula must stay in position. Refer also Chapter 3, Step 6 and 7.

The sketches below show three different configurations of the drawing elbow.

Diagram 8a) is biomechanically weak, as it does not utilize the bone structure fully and relies more on muscle power to maintain elbow position, causing fatigue and inconsistency. Because of the mechanical forces involved, there will also be a tendency for the hand to come away from the face promoting a forward release.

Diagram 8b) is biomechanically strong, as it fully utilizes the bone structure and muscle power most effectively, not only reducing fatigue but promoting a cleaner more effective and consistent release.

Figure 8c) is biomechanically best. Some archers can get behind the line of the arrow, which makes it easier to execute a good shot, even on the potential "weaker" shots, as mechanically there is a built-in margin for error.

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