She's getting better!!

[jake-1024]

I did that divide by 2 1/2 thing and it came out to 25" but that seemed way too short. It's set at 26" right now though. She is 5'3". She says 5'3 1/2" though.

[T-REX]

Make her put most of her weight on her front foot for a few shots. This will keep her from leaning back

[alienjaycee]

Whatever is the most comfortable Draw Length is the best option.

[VorTexan]

Too short? I say it's too long, but I'm no expert

You become an expert quickly if you lock your bow arm as in that first pic and POW! String will peel your skin off!

I would take her to your nearest bow shop and let them make sure everything is set correctly including her draw length.

[Lynda]

I did that divide by 2 1/2 thing and it came out to 25" but that seemed way too short. It's set at 26" right now though. She is 5'3". She says 5'3 1/2" though.

I'm 5' 5" and have 25 DL. Pellerite's formula has her at 24". Her open stance will help her when she's holding the bow with a straight arm. Remind her to keep the flat side of the inside elbow vertical. That will limit any string slap. An arm guard wouldn't hurt anyway.

A consistent anchor will work wonders too. Good luck!

[jake-1024]

Thanks for all the input. Today was only her third time shooting and it looks much improved to me. I didn't even notice her release arm facing outward until I looked at the picture. I may try shortening the draw length up an inch and see if that helps her out. I have been concentrating more on her anchor than anything else bc at first I couldn't get her to get the string anywhere close to her face. It was just out there.

[jake-1024]

Oh and she is checking back on all of this too. I'm sure I can convince her pretty quick to get her own account on here. She won't do it bc she says she's not a "bowhunter" yet.

[cecilh1986]

What bow is she using?

[jake-1024]

Just got her a bear apprentice.

[panhandlehunter]

Put a kisser button on her bow.

[bowhuntntxn]

I have found that wingspan divided by 2.5 minus 1 is usually the correct draw length. I am 6 foot tall and shoot a 27.5 DL which is right at one inch less than the math comes to. So set it to 24 inches. Have her relax her hand like she is holding an egg between her fingers and her bow. That will help keep her bow arm elbow rotated out, and force her to extend her arm. That will move her anchor point forward on her face, and pull her release arm more in line.

Have her try to anchor lower on her jaw. That will help her keep her head stationary, and not lean over to look through the peep sight. She is making progress for sure, and you both should be proud of that!

Master one thing at a time. And then move to something new. Making too many changes at once will confuse you both! Again, visiting a shop could be very beneficial!

[Dale Moser]

I will offer my 2 cents only because I'm a simpleton, and I think people over-think this stuff a lot.

1. Tell her to touch the finger nail of her pinky and ring fingers against the bow grip on the left side. Like the top face of her nail that she paints. This will give them fingers somethin to do, and rotate that elbow out of the way.

2. Set the bow up to bury the knuckle on her pointer finger in the spot under her ear behind the jaw bone.....there is a perfect dent right there for a knuckle. Touch the end of the nose to the string each time and get after it.

3. Squeeeeeze it, don't pull it.

I don't know squat about stance, but you don't shoot standin up anyway....or I don't.

Hope she gets comfy with it.

[Lynda]

Oh and she is checking back on all of this too. I'm sure I can convince her pretty quick to get her own account on here. She won't do it bc she says she's not a "bowhunter" yet.

Woohoo! We'll be on the lookout for the introductions.

[Cotton]

First pic the anchor is to far forward. In the second pic the anchor is closer to where it needs to be but looks a little high. Have her put her first knuckle right behind the ear lobe. There's a pocket there that will give her a consistent anchor point. This should put the string at the tip of her nose giving her another anchor reference point.

I also note in the second pic that it appears that her release is past her wrist and around her hand. The release should fit where she can draw the bow without even holding on to the release. Griping the release can cause torque and throw the shot off.

Hope this helps some and let her know ALL are welcome at the fire especially an inspiring bowhunter!

[bboswell]

Listen to Lynda and Moser!