Written by an acknowledged expert, this invaluable book is aimed at
archers of all levels, from those starting out in the sport to those
taking part in competitions at the highest levels. The author analyses
shooting techniques and tuning, and also emphasizes the development of
mental toughness; he argues that this goes hand in hand with the mastery
of the physical aspects of the sport. This comprehensive guide to
shooting covers: how to get started in archery, the costs involved,
choosing and using equipment and the basics of shooting; setting up your
equipment and initial tuning; the biomechanics of shooting; the tactics
and preparation work involved in archery competitions; physical fitness,
nutrition and psychology; arrow selection and preparation; making
bowstrings and, finally shooting techniques, improving performance and
the fine-tuning of equipment.