count down timer

[archer]

<font size="2">i have just started to use a count down timer as i was finding i was shooting to quick (i was sometimes last up on shooting line and first off )any opinions on this </font></p>

[KevinH]

I don't think shooting quickly is a problem in itself, I often find I'm first off the line when I'm shooting well. I have also seen extremely good archers force themselves to shoot quickly by waiting before starting to shoot.

If on the other hand you are struggling with the last shots in the end, it might be wise to take a small rest between shots, or if you think you're snap shooting rather than allowing the sight to settle, slowing things down might be better.

[archer]

hi </p>

thanks for reply#i #think#i was #snap shooting and not aiming right </p>

archer
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[Murray]

Hi Jim

A timer is a good idea, but I don't think your shot is too fast in general.

The key for you, I think, is to get your shot smooth and not to "snatch" it when the clicker drops. The key to good shooting is control - controlling how you draw the bow, controlling when the shot goes off and controlling where the sight is when you finish the shot execution (this is more to do with focus than actually using conscious control). The other point is to get the alignment and forces right. If you have a good balanced push-pull then you will achieve a better, stronger shot.

Get someone to video your shooting and then you can review it.

[archer]

hi Murray</p>



thanks for help##i got Jim Martin to video me i am see sawing so to speak i trying come back in one movement i am on shifts how it has it help my shooting i have lost a bit of form latey #it coming back i bit ?#, Just when i was shooting i notice i was coming off shooting line first also##i was not #taking time beween shoots</p>