This has really worked well for me. I wanted a dynamic release to ensure I was not creeping n the shot and I found that the less tension in my string hand the better. Really focused on the string hand as a hook concept and my shooting has taken off. Much easier to focus on back tension since I don't believe you can effectively have tension in your string hand and back at the same time. Also by having less tension in your string hand I have a softer release.
Yes...I agree....when you 'hook on' instead of shooting 'off the pads'....the bow feels lighter, and its easier to get the bow back and around for proper alignment for a better dynamic release.
Thanks for sharing. :campfire:
I have been working on the same thing. I am not consistent yet, but the early results are promising. So far I have found that to really focus in on the back tension it takes to get to bone alignment at full draw, I need to forget about my string hand. Setting the deep hook helps with that. I am working on getting consistent with the deep hook so it is always an automatic physical action. The deep hook resists plucking as well, and that is an advantage, too.
I think I am going in a good direction with this. And, Terry is right, the draw weight feels lighter and more effortless with a deep hook. I think it takes some of the focus on the hand away and that lets the deep back muscles get more engaged.
The bottom line is you want to get yourself in a position where you can maintain the pull or back tension. Focus on that and you shouldn't have anchor problems and for me it also helps in settling my sight picture.
It is THE first thing I teach a new shooter or kid, how to grip the string in a deep hook.