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    My fingers are starting to feel a little tender - been shooting between 7-10 rounds a day(12 each rd) - not all at once but over 2-3 different times a day - do I stop - lay off or keep it up with maybe just cutting back to 5-6 rds a day - suggestions? thx
    Last edited by jbgoodstok; 07-05-2017, 06:44 PM.

    #2
    Get a better tab or glove.

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      #3
      OK thanks - recommendation? Got a Neets but it is looking a little worn...

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        #4
        Might want to back off just a bit until your fingers get conditioned. It is common for them to be sore for a while when starting out. Also, make sure you are taking a deep hook. If you are trying to draw with your fingertips they will be very sore. If you are unfamiliar, Google "archery deep hook" - it makes a big difference.

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          #5
          Bear Paw Speed Glove

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            #6
            Thank you - very much - both of you -

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              #7
              No problem. Try some Orajel on your fingers. It will numb them a little.

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                #8
                If you're shooting several arrows at a time it might also help to just take 1 out to practice. Gives you a little forced break between shots.

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                  #9
                  Originally posted by jerp View Post
                  Might want to back off just a bit until your fingers get conditioned. It is common for them to be sore for a while when starting out. Also, make sure you are taking a deep hook. If you are trying to draw with your fingertips they will be very sore. If you are unfamiliar, Google "archery deep hook" - it makes a big difference.

                  This ^^^

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                    #10
                    Look up Jeff kavenaugh or how ever you spell it. He has a great video on the deep hook. Jeffer has many instructional videos that help in a lot of aspects.

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                      #11
                      OK thanks for the great tips and ideas - really helps -jb

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                        #12
                        Been watching Jeff Kavanaugh and his daughter's you tube videos - pretty amazing - really good and useful information - thanks for that tip

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                          #13
                          All the above.+ When you start forcing it just for the numbers and your hurtin', your form is out the window. Better whoa it up a tad!

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                            #14
                            Originally posted by jerp View Post
                            Might want to back off just a bit until your fingers get conditioned. It is common for them to be sore for a while when starting out. Also, make sure you are taking a deep hook. If you are trying to draw with your fingertips they will be very sore. If you are unfamiliar, Google "archery deep hook" - it makes a big difference.
                            This! 100 arrows a day is quite a bit. Especially if you are starting out and working yourself up. Your fingers will adapt, but it takes time. Also, make sure you are holding the string properly with a hook. You can still get string wear on your fingertips when you hook, and that is where you need to look at your tab fit or glove thickness, etc.

                            Originally posted by shortstroke 91 View Post
                            If you're shooting several arrows at a time it might also help to just take 1 out to practice. Gives you a little forced break between shots.
                            And this as well. Honestly, shooting a dozen arrow groups (at least that is what it sounds like you are doing) can be more harmful to your development that beneficial. 1 arrow is good because the time it takes to walk and pull that arrow gives your muscles time to relax before the next shot. It allows your brain time to think about the previous shot, etc. I shoot max about 4 arrows at a time between pulls, just because there are times when you do want to practice shooting groups or that many shots in a short time period.

                            BTW, welcome to TBH and the trad forum

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                              . double post

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