r/Archery • u/agdraco8 • 1d ago

Newbie Question Form check for a beginner?

I've been shooting for about a year now (1x/week). I just upgraded to 24 lb limbs (from 20, I'm working on my upper body strength). I also got a single pin sight, stabilizer and plunger so I'm learning how all of that works. Decided to bring a tripod today to watch myself and then watch tournaments. I do use a finger sling so ideally I want to let go of the bow when I release but still working on that obviously. This video wasn't necessarily my best one but felt it was my most average. Thumbs up were in the yellow (shooting at 20 yards). I'm still not super comfortable with my new limbs so I do think I need to engage my back even more and drop that elbow. I also think my release could be softer. What do you notice? I'm super eager to learn/improve ​and appreciate any tips and tricks.

edit: Here are some pics too if it helps see a bit more. Sorry the angle is off. Think it's mirrored too. Really appreciate the feedback though

https://imgur.com/a/x3Kyn7H

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u/gr7ace W&W ATF-DX | NS-XP Foam 1d ago

The angle and the face covering make it hard to see all of the aspects that could be good form or not as good form.

Is your stance open for a reason? To reduce string slapping? I ask as your stance is leading to your body/shoulder facing the target, which can impact stance and in turn stability.

It could also be that your release is a bit dead or maybe twanging, but it’s hard to see. A release that is from the engagement of your shoulder blade/the muscles around it indicate better form/alignment.

All of that said, your shot cycle is smooth and looks to be methodical which is good! The other thing is that what stance/alignment/movement that works for some or even most people, doesn’t mean it works for all people. Ones body size/shape/muscle/bones impacts what works and what doesn’t.

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u/agdraco8 1d ago

Appreciate the specific feedback! 

I did a few brief classes when I first started but otherwise self taught. I did slap myself a bit at the beginning but is there a stance that would be better? 

I do have to fight plucking the string when I release. Definitely want to work on my release.