Solutions

Problems

RELEASE AND FOLLOW-THROUGH

WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION

As has been stated previously, the body weight distribution on the feet should be about 60-70% on balls of the feet and 40-30% on the heels, to enable maximum horizontal force to be generated.

To facilitate this pressure distribution, the recommendation is to use shoes which have a bit of a heel, or shoes with in-soles rather than flat soled joggers. Shoes that provide support for the ankles will further add to stability.

Experiments, using force plates, have shown that the use of in-soles in the shoes aided in achieving this 60-70% / 30-40% pressure distribution. It moved the center of gravity more forward from the heels towards the middle of the feet and provided a much more stable platform. For further information refer to C1.25, Footwear for more details.

A common problem is that on release the hand comes away from the face. There can be various reasons for this. Listed below are some of the common problems:

•A change of focus resulting in losing the connection with the back and as such no proper back tension is maintained throughout the shot.

•The biceps could be too relaxed, allowing the included angle between forearm and upper drawing arm to open up on release.

•The elbow could be dropping too much and not go far enough behind.

•The drawing elbow is in front of line of arrow.

•The drawing hand is allowed to drop on release to touch the shoulder.

•The concentration is on letting go, rather than on maintaining back tension.

Some solutions are:

•Back tension must be continued for 1-2 seconds after release, to prevent collapse.

•The drawing forearm and hand should be as relaxed as possible. Again refer to Shot Cycle Diagram.

•Ask the archer to think of reducing the included angle between the drawing forearm and upper arm when releasing and to let the hand follow the facial contours. This can further be assisted by putting one or two pencils vertically in the crook of the arm. The archer will need to prevent the pencils from dropping throughout the shot and release.

•Ensure proper alignment of the Scapulae, which will bring the archer more in line.

•The fingers should be coming off the string as relaxed as possible. If the fingers are straightening on release, it is an indication that the fingers are opened consciously and back tension is lost. See also item 6. Cl.18, Releasing the String.

•Visualize the drawing fingers being connected by a steel chain to the drawing elbow. This will create a very relaxed forearm and it will take the tension out of the back of the drawing hand, allowing the back of the hand to become long and flat. In addition, it will further aid in engaging the back muscles, promote a smoother and more effective release and follow-through.

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