There's one or two in every bunch isn't there !!

My response was pointed toward CBM SC, not you.

ES ......I think your on the right track ! Shooting on your off days is best !

Titleist......what was your point directed at me ? I didn't tell you or anyone else what to do or not do !! You do whatever you feel comfy with........and I will too !!

I just started to lift heavy again about a 1 1/2 years ago. If anything, it helped me. Being physically stronger, especially back muscle wise helps, especially when shooting a long day of 3D. I used to notice my back and shoulders were getting tired toward the end. Now, I don't feel as fatigued.

i try 2 lift weights every other day and as long as i do not shoot the same day my shots dont seem 2 b affected

I've been a weightlifter for quite a few years and I feel that weightlifting should enhance your shooting ability. It goes without saying that your strength will increase, but your endurance at holding at full draw, shooting a lot of arrows, etc. should also improve. Increased muscle size does not diminish your abilities or your bow shooting accuracy. Former Mr Olympia winners Arnold Schwartzeneggar and Frank Zane were buddies who practiced target archery when they were at the height of their bodybuilding careers. It never interferred with their accuracy although Frank Zane said that Arnold often had a red mark on the outside edge of his chest following their practice sessions!

Weight training will improve performance in many sports.
Why do you think just about every pro athlete out there lifts these days.
Here is another fact. The best bows out there Hoyt![:@]

Is this you? Don't waste the juice on yourself...put it in a salt block and give it to the deer!!

I'm still shaking my head and wondering................WHY???

Well said DaveH. I've been lifting for almost as long as I've been bow hunting (24 years, lifting on and off of course). I've found that the years I work out heavy prior to a bow season helps me shoot better, climb trees better, and stay warmer. Lifting in no way will change your accuracy overall, just by being stronger. I pull a 75# recurve back with no problems, and shoot rather consistent (consistently mediocre). Without the strength training, I couldn't do that. Of course, it's not about how many pounds you can pull back at all. But having more upper body strength sure helps with a smooth draw and follow-through.