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Just wondering if you guys have a shot sequence you perform on every shot.
Most of us have played sports of some kind and realize to be relly good at something it takes a lot of pratice and the key is to be consistent. So I have done this for years and it really works for me.

Remember I go through this sequence everytime and in the same order. It's so second nature now I don't even think about it.

1. Draw bow...coming from above the target to center of target.
2. Anchor. Center of nose with the string, Kisser button in corner of mouth.
3. Check level.
4. Pin on target and squeeze the trigger.

Added note. If you shoot enough you will notice when you hold your pin on target your pin will settle consistently in the same manner. And this it what I mean by that...... If I'm holding at dead center of a clock face my pin will settle at about 4 o-clock and then i have to raise it back to center ( this is just me). So to correct I hold at 11 o-clock and by the time my pin settles I'm dead on at center.

Just curious as to what you do to be a better archer.

Steve
 
im just opposite i draw from below target as pin comes up and goes across the intended target i squeeze release, if i try to hold on target im allover the place, this works very well for me
 
If I had my choice I would also come up to the target but this does not work as well for me. I always end up coming back up to the target over and over and holding to long at full draw. Like I said this is just what works for me.
 
I'm new to bow hunting this year and am trying to figure out a rythm to my shooting. I've noticed that I am quite a bit more accurate when I shoot quickly. I draw my bow and as soon as my pin hits the bullseye I release. I also am so much better with both eyes open. It allows me to follow the arrow so much better.

I know that I need to fix this because I might not be able to shoot quickly if I'm trying to stare down a deer.

Anyone got any suggestions?
 
I've gotten to the point where i don't think about it anymore either. I'm a bit of a sky drawer (bad habit) so I usually come down to the target, anchor, adjust grip to be sure I'm putting equal pressure on the grip, tighten back muscles, align peep and lock everything in. At this point if I haven't settled on the target I leave everything lock from the waist up and bend/twist slightly if need be (at the hips) to correct aim, let last breath half way out( much like you would do if shooting a rifle), and then squeeze it off paying close attention to my follow through, which is just a matter of keeping core and bow arm locked until the arrow is in (or through) the target. Sounds like a lot of stuff to think about, but as Arch-N said it takes years of practice, but then it is second nature. And believe me you'll know if you've forgotten something. Happy shooting/hunting.
 
The more you shoot the more you will have a more specific pre shot sequence. Pre-shot I mean what you do before you get serious about the shot.

like bob, I pay attention to a lot (on the practice range) prior to my pin hitting the target:
-feet, hips locked in, anchor, getting in peep, non torque(bubble check), push/pull or back tention

Once I try and actually get on target, the shot happens quick and accurate after keeping all these things constant. Prob takes less than 5 seconds when I'm taking my time and after practice I can do it quicker out to 35 yards or so. Get specific early in training, lock it in, then shoot
 
If you have to raise your bow toward the sky to draw it or if you can't hold the pin on the bullseye for a second or two, I would say that you need to back off the poundage.
 
I try not to think about it too much any more . I have been shooting long enough that its automatic . If I start thinking about everything prior to or during the shot , I get target panic . I just relax , focus on the target and let the shot happen .
 
Make sure your feet are square when you draw back your body should be in a T shape with your head up dont lean toward or away form the string Draw your bow anchor you string the same place every time with a kisser button or you can use your release hand to anchor on your face make sure you are not torque you bow or have it canted to the left or right. center your peep around your sight.I put my pin on a dot on the target or animal and let it just float inside if it is criss crossing back and forth it could lead to bad habits by snap shooting or pulling your shots. You want you release to be a surprise to you and keep your pin on the target to your arrow hits its mark. If you practice enough it will come natural to you when you shoot at a deer and you will not even have to think about it. I know this is long but hope it helps.
 
mathews bow hunter said:
Make sure your feet are square when you draw back your body should be in a T shape with your head up dont lean toward or away form the string Draw your bow anchor you string the same place every time with a kisser button or you can use your release hand to anchor on your face make sure you are not torque you bow or have it canted to the left or right. center your peep around your sight.I put my pin on a dot on the target or animal and let it just float inside if it is criss crossing back and forth it could lead to bad habits by snap shooting or pulling your shots. You want you release to be a surprise to you and keep your pin on the target to your arrow hits its mark. If you practice enough it will come natural to you when you shoot at a deer and you will not even have to think about it. I know this is long but hope it helps.
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Good advice there. Only thing I would add is to use the large muscles of your back to pull the release trigger. That way you won't punch it and the string release will be a surprise as recommended.

I also concentrate on keeping the sight pin on the target until impact. I kinda play a game in my mind that I'm shooting a wire-guided missile and that my arrow/missile will go wherever I put my pin after the shot is released. It is amazing how much that one little thing has improved my accuracy. If you can train your mind to do it in hunting situations, it keeps you from dropping your bow hand or peeking over the sights to follow the arrow flight. I used to do that in order to see where I hit the deer and often missed low as a result.
 
No matter what the routine is, just make it a routine each and every time. Eventually you wont even be thinking routine, it will just be a habit. Last year I changed up anchor point and the string ended up below the tip of my nose. I was too worried about "proper technique" and it showed in my grouping, especially longer distances. After the season I decided to k.i.s.s. Keep it simple stupid! Go back to how you learned to shoot and it really helped. There are so many different streets to get to the same destination. Which is a clean, quick and ethical kill. Find yours and dont make the same mistake I did. Good luck!
 

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