Archery Practice - Increasing my Bow Poundage!
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- In preparation for elk season, I've decided I should increase my bow poundage. My bow limbs are 50 - 60 lbs, and after my adjustments I think I'm sitting somewhere around the low 50's. It has been a long time since I've shot my bow, and clearly I am out of bow shape. With elk season just a few weeks away, it's time to kick it into high gear...
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Raise your elbow as high as possible when drawing back and draw in a downward motion to engage your traps and lats instead of just your delts! You will immediately feel the difference!
youre drawing your bow in a way that makes it much more difficult. your elbow is too low, making it harder to draw. youre not using your back to help draw, and that its harder to draw back. hope that helps. this is an old video, so maybe someone else has pointed that out.
my girlfriend also working on heavy bows. she doing 60lbs almost and people are outraged calling it fake or dangerous. didn't know the community can get so negative
Good for her! Stick with it!!
Little tip, don't change grip from draw to aim. Just put your hand in place draw and leave it. It helps your grouping alot
Great tip.
Definitely drawing your bow back wrong. elbow up without sky drawing. you'll do more poundage drawing with back muscles
Hi ya , when increasing poundage small steps . If ya get in a hurry your form will suffer or ya might hurt a shoulder or elbow. I shoot 55 most times , elk bow 72 ...longbow . Believe me things will get sore n hurt . 61 years old n still at it .
out of bow shape lol....99% of us are in the same shape in July :-)
LOL
Don’t adjust too much until you get your shooting muscles back in shape. Also I find if you shoot too many times I find myself yanking when I go to pull the release.
For accuracy in changing bow poundage, try using a silver pen to put witness marks on the limb bolts so you know when you've made one complete revolution.
Thanks David!
Tip for tightening limb bolts: mark the bolt and the little rubber bit surrounding the bolt with a metallic sharpie, can be silver or gold or bronze or whatever that way when you tighten the limb bolts you will know that you will know for sure that you are tightening them the exact same amount witch will help with tuning and arrow flight
When you have to grit your teeth to draw you've reached your limit! 😀
You must draw on the rise, not raise your bow and drop to draw.
Way to much motion
You can buy a hand held bow scale every time you increase your draw weight to see if you can handle the draw weight
Ally when you are using a wrist strap you don’t have to grip your bow so tight . A loose grip will help arrow flight, give it a try .
...or try not holding the bow at all. The bow will rest in the palm of the hand with fingers completely relaxed and hand open. The draw will keep it in place. After the release I’d let the bow drop and hang on the wrist band.
I mean I can’t speak for anyone else but I’m most definitely down for a video on increasing your upper body strength 🙌 these archery vids are my favs too, as well as the hunting videos. Don’t be too hard on yourself about the groupings not being where you want them, you said it’s been a while and it’ll just take a minute to get back into the swing of things. Keep on keeping on
Thanks for the feedback Zoe!
I need to increase my poundage too! Do you have to do a FULL turn every time?
Nope, just make sure its equal on both limbs!
Love to see some Draer strengthening exercises...I'm just getting into archery...recurve, sorry
bring your elbow up during the pull. that activates more back/trap muscles. It feels awkward at first but just think about pulling back on a deer right under your stand. It will be easier. promise.
The reason for the sling is so u don’t have to grab ur bow right away, just let it rest in ur palm and fall
Your draw is wrong. Get your elbow up so you use your back muscles. Your site is either off or you're torquing your bow by holding on to your grip like a tennis racket or baseball bat put your fingertips on the front of your then you won't be able to squeeze and it won't I teach my students that and it works very well.
That is true when your recording u shoot fast and mess up. Im not talking about this video people that make video
Elbow high on the drawing arm to prevent shoulder injury, wrist sling should be loose and not creating any pressure on your wrist at all, your bow hand should be relaxed the entire process of drawing the bow and through the shot and release hand should be as relaxed as possible at the shot.
I had to buy new arrows for my Mathew’s mission craze. I was shooting kid arrows now I am shooting arrows that will last me rest of my life
On my recurve bow I have two sets of Limbs for it one is set at 30 lb and the other one is a 45lb set
What wrong with that? She has no range, she hasnt really shout her bow in a good minute she got three on target what am i missing. Good job 😊
Your wriststrap is too tight around the wrist. And your 3 nocks don't stand the same on the arrow. I see you shooting a white vane on the bottom, and the others stand up.
The way your drawing back is causing you to lose a few pounds in your draw weight
That’s what we’re looking for proper mussel ideas
I know we are all experts lol, but as one a watching I noticed you load the arrow upside down and right sight up. And one kinda off to the side. Make sure your arrows are properly nock indexed. Also try not using FMJS. if you're going to use easton use the axis. They don't bend as easy and are lighter so you'll perhaps get out past 65 yards for practice.
Thanks for the feedback Rick!
Lighter arrows will help with speed and allow you to put more weight up front.
Just some advice. It will help your shoulders health and overall proper form. When you pull back the string, already have your elbow up. Lift the bow up ( not tilting it up) and in combination pull back with that elbow already up! As you’re pull back slowly bring the bow down to your adjusted sight and anchor in. I have shoulder injuries myself and I noticed this is not only the proper way, but it doesn’t put all the strain on my rotar cuff. You will rip that shoulder out one day if you don’t correct this. Just some advice to help you out. Cheers from Long Island, NY.
Thanks for the feedback, always appreciated!
Use you back to pull the bow back your gonna screw your shoulder up
On this video is timeline 817 is she holding the boat to tightly or is it just me
You should be drawing with your back muscles. Also, if you press the trigger between the first and second joint of your finger, you'll have better control. So, tighten up your release strap and reduce the length of the release.
Thanks for the tip!
Had rotator cuff surgeries last year. They couldn’t totally fix it so I had to put down my Recurve for good. Yep kinda sucks.
try switching bows? Oneidas....part recurve/compound....
I hope you have a quick recovery!
U need to drop ur front shoulder down lock ur shoulder blade to stabilize and u grab ur bow hard with ur hand right when u shoot every time so work on not grabbing ur bow
try a grouping of 5 or even 10 arrows at a time rather than just 3
Girl u need a quick disconnect for ur stabilizer
You really good thanks for tips 👍
Any time!
Archery .muscles are necessarily un symmetrical. Would not hurt to tone up with moderate barbells. Helps yr circulation as well
Nice! I started my bow practice last weekend, and am getting into "practice almost every day" mode to prep for elk season!
Oh yeah!!! Its almost time!
You are doing what call a high draw which can be an accident for sure
I was using a home made pvc bow and didn't know the #age. Bought a bow (recurve) off Amazon and wanted to get max #age for the dollar, missstaaake!!!
for elk I would get your bow to at least 55lb for a little more assurance and shoot a g5 montec or similar small diameter fixed blade broadhead
Wait she has never use a Wrestling on any of her bows
Face pulls with a cable machine will be a big help, check out athlean x on you tube for some good tips.
For sure.
take into account your field tips( weight ) when adding broadheads , i try and stick to 100gr tips and broadheads get my easton bloodline / gold tip hunters cut to size , lose a few grains here and there but pushing 70lb ish with 450gr 2" fletches , trying to get some annihilator broadheads over here ,
For sure. Thanks for the feedback Tom!
@@OutdoorsAllie awesome you two take care ( awesome life you guys have ) all the very best to you both
I would love a video on upper body exercises to help with poundage increase.
Thanks for the idea Joana!
Go to nockon archery TH-cam channel and do his school of nock it’s a 12 week course that will make you 10x the archer you are. Plus proper form will help you draw your bow a lot easier(even at a higher poundage). Also get rid of that wrist strap I don’t know who’s told you that but it leads to anticipation of the shot a trigger punching. Proper form and a proper anchor will get rid of those left shots as well has nothing to do with the release your using 🤦🏻♂️ hope that helps good luck. 🤘🏻
Thanks for the feedback Brandon!
Dud is definitely the man. I could listen to him for hours. I would probably be a lot better shooter if I practiced instead of being on nock on. Lol
One reason you could be shooting to the left is that your arrow rest is out of alignment, just go look up a video about it, it’s a pretty easy to fix
Great video Allie. Always enjoy watching your videos. I rewatched a couple of times and your anchor point on the first few shots were all different. Go back and look at the fletching compared to your lips. It changes with every shot, just a little bit but enough to throw off your shot a few inches. Keep the videos coming, I love watching. Tell Nick to catch a big one. LOL
I don’t wanna sound like a keyboard warrior but your draw cycle needs work. You’ll be able to draw more weight if you come straight back rather than drawing to your chest then coming up to your anchor points.
Thanks for the feedback Mitch! Always appreciated.
A guy I look at for form is John dudley and Cameron Hanes. Two of the best.
Get some Easton axis aarows
You didn't ask for my opinion, but I gotta say something.
When you drawing with a low elbow, your using your bicep and chest, not back.
Try lifting your elbow the same height as your shoulder, that will make you use you back..
Just food for thought.
tim berg I believe she had a shoulder injury so that’s why she draws like that. Good advice for anyone else though.
Thanks for the feedback Tim! Always appreciated.
Try drawing with your elbow up. It will use the right muscles and make drawing easier. Keep it up!
Thanks Travis!
Yes, You are totally correct, it is much easier to draw a bow by raising the drawing elbow head high then drawing.
Yes Travis is 100% correct. Raise the drawing elbow head high then draw back. It might seem a little strange at first but stay with it, once you get use to it, it will be much easier to draw a bow easier. @@OutdoorsAllie
I start with my 55# compound by aiming fwd & down with bow hand, and then pull back which is close to letoff and bring the bow up. The reason I start fwd down first is safety. I had a caliper went bad on me before (using standard draw) up, draw, and to target and the caliper released early over shooting target.
Definitely have the wrist sling way, way to tight. It’s there simply to make sure that you don’t accidentally drop your bow out of your stand after a shot. No reason to have it so tight that it’s putting pressure on your wrist.
Thanks for the feedback Kyle!
Outdoors Allie I’ve enjoyed watching your videos. Nice to see more women with hunting/fishing channels. Keep up the great work.
2:24 yes bow exercises would be great for us REALLY out of shape hunters
#50 will be plenty with a good arrow setup
Go Look at NockOn archery to see how to improve your form.
👆🏻, What this guy said.....
Haha
They say if you draw with your elbow up (the way you hold), you incorporate the muscle groups, in your back, vs elbow down draw which utilizes mostly arm muscles. Sounds legit. I'm working on it, myself😂
I've seen this demonstrated in videos also. When I experimented with this, I can't manage to draw my bow with that really high elbow. With my elbow about straight out or down a little I have no trouble. I want to have good form but it seems harder!
Drawing your bow with your elbow high using the push pull technique engaging your back muscles will save your shoulder and in time help you draw more weight in a way that won’t spook animals
If you loss track on your adjustment just bottom out your limbs an loosen turn by turn
Good tip!
Yes! Please video on e exercises
Do u shoot carbon I shop 3500 for hunting and 400 4 target
Ya, I shot carbon last year.
I'm 12 and shooting 60 I'm doing pretty good
Good stuff Carter!
I am very interested
Allie ..I’m impressed with your presentation, articulation, ability to communicate with your followers etc . I really liked your video on cutting up a deers rear leg quarter..It’s a chore getting by the silver skin.
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Your release is set too long. You should be able too wrap your finger around the trigger. You should never use your finger tip. Use a wrist release if that is what you like most. It is the best hunting release made for hunting. Also increasing your poundage. Takes practice every day. It is muscle memory like anything else. Practice in rain, wind cold. A 5 lb. Increase is a lot and goes a long way. You can always back down the limb bolts a turn or two, if done right. A turn one side at a time. It won't effect your tuning. A slight tweak on sights maybe necessary though. Whatever you want too try. Don't be scared trying. That is what practice is for, which you should of been doing since spring. More practice equals more success. Too many people practice a month or two, for a few days a week. Before bow season. Shouldn't be in the woods bow hunting. A bow takes lots of practice. It isn't like using a gun or crossbow.
Let's start a go fund me account so we can buy you some new workout pants. Preferably CAMO Because You Can't Go Wrong With CAMO. You know, you could get bit by mosquitos, ticks even redbugs, I'm just saying.
I wish I could increase my poundage maxed out at 75 (vxr)
Same here. Maxed out at 73, and used to shoot an 80 lb in HS many years ago with bad technology. I do static single cable holds with 120 lbs at the gym, both sides for balance, and makes the 72 lbs feel like a feather.
No she is not
I get that you want to shoot high poundage to have more success hunting, but you don't really need to shoot the max poundage of your bow in order to get results. If you're really struggling and not pulling with the back and having good form, you really need to decrease that draw weight. 10 feet per second is only going to make 1/2 inch difference in arrow drop, it's not a big deal. I get elk might need more draw weight, but for deer or any other smaller game, you don't really need 60 pounds! It would make a much better difference and would hurt your shoulder less if you just got say, 40 pound max for limbs or 50 pound max limbs and worked your way up 3-4 pounds at a time until you get back until you were previously. You can still hunt in all states with 40 pounds of draw weight, you might not like me suggesting to get to a lower draw weight, but for normal shooting, it's going to help you keep that shooting arm less sore and going to put more stress on the stronger bigger muscles in your back. That way, you're using stronger muscles that can get you back to your previous draw weight and even let you draw even more weight then you were before!
My limb pocket screws on my pse. Are visible through the risor SO fully tighten then carefully scratch a line down the centre of the limb bolt .They will line up every time otherwise eventually your going to be off on one limb
Shooting to the left is usually caused by gripping the bow too tight
Thanks for the feedback Steve!
@@OutdoorsAllie I really like your videos. I'm new to shooting a bow. Only been shooting a few months now. Maybe 6? I have the Mathews Vertix and love it!! I see you shoot and remember that what works for one may or may not, work for others. Shoot the way that works. Tune your bow for you. Keep it up!! Two thumbs up lol!!
The whole point of wearing a wrist sling, is to shoot with an open hand, not to grip the bow at all. It's gripping the bow that will induce torque and adversely affect your shot. You won't drop the bow, that's where the sling comes in to play.
Ok so I only came here for the preview clips I saw a really big issue with your draw. I’m not here to be a dick but DO NOT draw with your elbow low and then bring it up. That can (will) cause serious damage to your joints and can cause torn ligaments. If you want to keep shooting bows make sure you are drawing properly. Otherwise I can almost guarantee a hospital trip. This is why people should never increase poundage without knowing what you can handle.
I believe that there is an optimum arrow weight to draw weight. That is where your optimum energy will be.
That was a pretty generic statement sorry.
I ran an archery shop for some years and have a lot to say but typing it would take along time
No problem. I totally understand! I've learned a lot since then! Thanks for watching Matt.
@@OutdoorsAllie
Your welcome and thanks for sharing your adventures
I really do love that 🏹 It looks bada$#!! Did you find the wrist strap help at all with the left drift?
Oh and btw don't worry about that arrow at 11:15 I found it! It skipped off the water and arrived in Canada sometime during the night🤔🤣Awesome vlog Allie. Thanks and have a great week!
hahahahah. I haven't used it for long enough, but I think it will help over time.
I'd watch a workout video of you.
For elk, you should stay with the heavier arrow. The lighter arrow will have less impact factor.
How heavy? My arrows are 400 then 125 grain broadhead
Definitely in the boat Allie.!. My tribe has a number of special tags that they raffle off to people that apply and I luckily or unluckily however you want to look at it got a Moose tag and a deer tag in a game reserve.!. so I'm going through every emotion you're going through right now I'm feeling really nervous anyways the best arrows that I found best for me because my tiny draw length and my poundage is going to be at the minimum from a moose I like Easton Axis carbon 500 grain.!. They are slim and put all my tiny little energy into them and they shoot fast and deep.!. Can't wait to see more footage as you prep for your elk hunt.!. Hope your enjoying your summer.!. 🖤🏹🦌🦃🐗🎣
When you draw and hold at full draw. Point your left wrist towards the target. Roll it forward, and open up that hand. It will help a ton. Consistency is key.
set up your poundage so it is comfortable for you to draw back properly and to what is legal in the state that you are gonna hunt in...different hunting zones laws...small game verses big game bow hunting requirements...
Im always for flatter shooting arrows , narrower spines . I look at it like 177cal compared to 22cal, putting out the same power the 177 is always going to penetrate further , where the 22 supposedly hits harder whats the point if its very diameter is its own weakness ? I can shoot golf balls at 150 yards with my 177 air rifle a 22 i would have to aim at the moon ,, same with archery as light and narrow as i can get away with , keeps it flatter for longer
This video is a very good example on how not to increase your bow weight draw ...
You should pull only the lb"s that you feel comfortable !!! And note more !
If you can try a hook style trigger release like the spott hog,they have really easy triggers that could help accuracy
The wrist strap is there so you don't have to be gripping the bow with your fingers at all. Try either tucking your fingers in or holding out so that your grip doesn't torque your shot.
I am a barebow shooter,and I am also using a wrist wire, but I don't actually holding the bow ...
Just pull the bow and don't grab the handle ( your hand is just there )
And when you release it (after) don't grab the bow so your shot will be better
Those first 3 shot were a kill shots on a whitetail and most large game! That’s a new weight!
Yes making a video about how ro get in shapes is a good video.
And how to warm before and afrer A shoot would be a very good idea
If you can’t draw your bow straight back keeping it horizontal your poundage is too too high. Not fun if you are not in shape.
😂 This Chick makes me laugh shes hilarious
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it sounds like 17 crickets climbed into your mic. elk are no joke but with a good guide you should get a good shot, if you get the kill though you have to do a dudley recipe
Do an exercise called bent over rows it is the same motion you use of pulling back an arrow into position
For sure.
@@OutdoorsAllie omg u replied i love your videos
Single arm rows on gymnastic rings will give you the closest movement to bow drawing.
"Whenever you are playing with your bow poundage".....
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I need a good back workout
Pull Ups all day!
Has anyone mentioned how you seem to be punching the trigger on your release?
Try shortening your release and resting your finger on the trigger at your second joint of your finger. This will allow you to use your draw to pull the trigger instead of your finger. The shot should surprise you when the release let’s go.
Were those new pants?
Who cares?
She makes them look good.
Allie, an upper body strength video would be awesome! Loving all your videos and the Fat Tire film was amazing!!!
Thanks for watching Myra, glad you liked it!
Check out Sarah bowmars upper body archery vids
Hi Allie. Great video. I also am setting up for my first bow elk hunt in Canada - Alberta. I am a small framed guy (135 lbs) and I worked my way up to a 60 lb draw weight by shooting arrows in my basement over the winter and doing a cross-fit class. Go slow and practice lots. I had thought to increase the weight of my arrows, (currently shooting Easton Carbon Aftermath arrows with a 400 spine and 400 grains total weight, including 100 grain carbon steel broad-heads from Iron Will Outfitters), thinking to get the better transfer of kinetic energy, but I decided against because more weight also slows your arrow, giving the animal milliseconds more to flinch and I suspect that each pull weight/draw length combo has its own sweet spot, which I think is about 400 grains for me (60 lbs, 29" draw length). Anyway, hope that helps, and good luck in your hunt!
Thanks for the feedback Josef!