Form problem.
 

When I am shooting I have a bad habit of sighting my pin below the target and then raising my pin to the target. I often find myself raising over the target and releasing the arrow instead of settling on the target. I know most people sight their pin just above the target and slowly lower their pin until they are on the target, settle and release, but I work the opposite way. Is there any exercises i can do to help my problem?

RE: Form problem.
 

nope your doomed, you have to completely give up archery :D




on a serious note, i dont know [8D]

RE: Form problem.
 

As long as your shooting well, it doesn't really make a difference. I say don't worry about it.

RE: Form problem.
 

Practice drawing up and holding on the spot without releasing. Let down and do it again 8-10 times, then start your usual shooting practice. (or don't actually shoot at all.) You need to retrain your brain as to what a correct sight picture looks like.

RE: Form problem.
 

shoot low .

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Thanks Kodiakarcher. I'll give that a try. If any other have input please feel free to add something.

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There is no set rule as far as I know on how you should aquire your target. I actually practice coming into the target from every position possible. One thing you want to watch for is freezing, and not being able to move onto the target, or punching (snap shooting) as the pin passes through the target. Both indicate the possible onset of target panic. Try this: Tighten the trigger tension on your release. Make sure the trigger falls into the the groove of your top knuckle, do not trigger the release by using the tip of your finger on the tip of the trigger, but instead hooking your finger nice and deep along the inside of the trigger along the release housing. To me it sounds like you are anticipating the release and that is where your trouble lies. I had this problem, and the above fix worked wonders for me because it does not allow you to punch the trigger if you do it correctly, but forces you to aim until the bow just goes off. BTW KodiakArcher's advice is also right on point, I have done it, and it also works well.

Shane

RE: Form problem.
 

sr77, Thanks for the advice. I actually just got a thumb style release, but have not shot it yet. I have tried one and it seems to be a lot more stiff than my wrist release. my wrist release is really sensitive and that could be the problem, but wouldnt tightening the tension make me punch the trigger more?

RE: Form problem.
 

I think the only "form" problem you have is that other feller you hang out with....:D:D

Tetherbal anyone??

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LOL.

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Correct it now before it turns into a full blown case of target panic. Shoot some blind bales and do the draw, sight and let down suggested earlier in this thread. Hold on the target 6-8 seconds and let down. Any shot should be fired within 8 seconds or you should let down.

RE: Form problem.
 

Thanks david. I just wanted to add that i shoot pretty well most of the time. Just every once in a while i will not settle on the target. I will try what you guys suggested to see if that helps. I got all summer to fix this.

RE: Form problem.
 

You should trigger the release with a nice steady squeeze, not a quick jab at the trigger. I squeeze and pull with my back muscles all at once which sets the release off. I also have a thumb trigger for target. By setting the trigger firmly, it enables you to squeeze the trigger a bit and take the play out of it and then pull through the shot with your back muscles. It takes awhile to get used to, but once it is ingrained into your head, you will love it.

Shane

RE: Form problem.
 

i agree better give all hunting that might happen with a rifle to

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yea right... Bow hunting is my drug that im addicted to.

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This is the best advice on the entire thread. Any time you raise over or drop under the target and then release, sounds like the beginning of target panic. Take corrective action as soon as possible.

BTW, your sig says you don't give advice![:-]

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That's because I have the T Shirt Greg, you know the one that says, "Been there Done that". Happened to me about 5 years ago. I shot blind bales in my garageand NO targets everyday for 2 months straight. It does get boring shooting at 6 feet with your eyes closed for 40 arrows a day for two months.[&:][&:] I still shoot blind at times just to get the feel back.