When I first got my bow, it was set at 58 lbs. I tried drawing it back and was suprised. 58 lbs is a lot to pull back! I lowered it to 48 and shot for a few months. I tried moving it up to 52 and shot for a few more months. I have now bumped it up to 58 and can shoot that all day. Pulling 58 lbs now was easier than pulling 48 lbs when I first got it. You will eventually get used to the weight. Just remember, when you start to get sore, stop.