Have you ever wondered,
If you answered "yes" to any of those, please, read on.
"What is archery?"
"What are the benefits of archery?"
"How do I shoot a bow?"
"Archery is the practice of using a bow to propel an arrow through the air, with the intention of hitting a target. Throughout history the bow are arrow has been used as a method of hunting and as a weapon in combat. In recent times archery has become more commonly used as a competitive sport and for recreation. Many mythical heroes and figures were archers, such as Apollo, Cupid, Robin Hood and Wilhelm Tell. Archers even appear in many Chinese myths, African myths, as well as Greek, Roman and German myths. Today there are many types of bows, including compound bows, cable-backed bows, longbows and flatbows. Arrows can be made of wood, bamboo, fiberglass, aluminum, and composite materials."
*From: http://www.softschools.com/facts/sports/archery_facts/787/*
"These are the top 5 health benefits you will gain if you join archery. Improves your focus. Remaining focused during a shot is important for every archer. ... Improves your hand-eye coordination. ... Improves your upper strength. ... Improves your social skills. ... Improves your confidence."
*From: https://www.nfaausa.com/2015/09/top-5-health-benefits-of-archery/*
"How to shoot your bow:
Stance
Stance prior to shooting the bow: Stand upright with feet shoulder width apart, and feet at 90 degrees to the target.
Grip
Keep a relaxed grip on the bow handle.
Place The Arrow On The Bow. Turn the bow so that it is horizontal and the arrow rest is facing upwards.
Finger Position.
Draw.
Aiming.
Release."
*From: How to shoot your bow - Archery World https://www.archeryworld.co.uk/shooting-the-bow*
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