I just started a winter 3D league for the first time and have been trying hard to get my scores up. The lady who runs the proshop had me come in and evaluate my shooting form. Right off the bat she said that I’ve got a pretty serious case of “punching” my release vs. gently squeezing the release. The release I use is a Cobra Pro Caliper. After “diagnosing” my problem, she did a couple of different things.
1) Asked me to focus on squeezing slow vs. arrow placement
2) Had me anchor my bow and she actually pulled my release
3) Had me get three ft. from the target, close my eyes and just focus real hard on the release.
4) Practice with focus on squeezing slow

I’ve been shooting for over 16 years and like many of you have had no real training. I have 16 plus years of habit I’m trying to break. I’m interested if you have any ideas for me. Anything from a better release to mind focusing tricks. Thanks for your help.