In June and July I shoot a few times each weekend. Maybe 10 shots per weekend just to get the arms and shoulders loose and confirm that my equipment is alright. Come August 1st, I shoot 1 arrow a day. I shoot from my second floor window to my target below at ranges from 10, 15, 20 yards out. Basically, I come home from work at about 5PM, head upstairs to change, open the window, shoot one arrow. I only shoot once because this MAKES ME FOCUS ON ONLY HAVING 1 SHOT SO YOU NEED TO MAKE IT YOUR BEST! Others might disagree and they have good points, but this works for me and has proven results season in and season out.