How to build up to heavier draw weight

[valleysniper]

Guys. Any suggestions as how to build up to handle a heavier draw weight ? I have been shooting progressively more arrows every day, used to work for me. Only now I've had 4 shoulder surgeries  (2 to each shoulder) and I have some nerve damage in my neck. I can shoot only about 20 arrows begore I start to feel tired and form starts getting bad. Any suggestions ?
Thanks, Gary

[crazynate]

Push ups is your best bet. If you can lat raises that helps to. I notice a bigger strength increases  from push ups though.

[valleysniper]

No go on the push ups,  2 completely torn and detatched biceps also. Maybe I should just go to a lighter weight

[reddogge]

What are you pulling now and what do you want to pull?

[shag08]

Find the bow of yours dreams...only 5 pounds too heavy. But get it anyways because it's ALMOST exactly what you've been wanting for years. Then shoot the snot out of it and you will build up to it out of love of the bow and determination. Worked for me lol.

In all honestly, I don't have any great suggestions for your situation. I hope that you fare well though. We probably all have it coming if we are blessed to stay in the game long enough. I wish you well buddy.

[Bill from NJ]

VS,

You can try using this:   http://www.bow-trainer.com

I too have had massive surgeries for rotator cuffs and elbows.

This seems to work for getting me back into the swing of things.

Go slow, little by little.

Check with your doctor or physical therapist.

Mine gave me the green light.

[Deno]

Gary
Four shoulder surgeries and nerve damage?  I think building stamina and strength with your current setup is a good goal.   Upping the draw weight not so much.

Redddogge  asked a great question.

What are the current and realistic goal weight numbers? If those numbers have a big difference, you can really cause more damage.

Deno

[old_goat2]

Lighter weight and more efficient bow like ACS or something

[valleysniper]

Guys I'm shooting a A&H ACS right now, 45# @ 28....I draw 30
Like I said I can handle it comfortablely for around 20 shots, then tire out.seems I'm getting stronger, maybe just keep shooting and build up my stamina. Was just looking for ideas to help with it I guess

[Sam McMichael]

The way that worked for me was to shoot my regular weight bow for actual practice, then make a few shots with the heavier bow. Initially, I was good for only a handful of shots, but before long I could increase by 3 or 4 more arrows, then 5 or 6, etc. Go slow, and don't try to do too much too fast. Slow and steady is the best course.

Actually, with the amount of damage already done to your shoulders, more weight may not really be a great idea.

[valleysniper]

I ordered a new silvertip,  I'm thinking of dropping down to abt 46-48#s at my draw length. Should make it easier for me, I'll have to use my ACS this year though. Thanks for the help

[lefty4]

One thing to keep in mind is how many arrows you shoot in each set. You will last a whole lot longer shooting just a couple arrows vs more than four in a set. That has been my experience.

[lt-m-grow]

Another strength builder is to regularly pull your bow from the off side.  For example, if you are right handed, pull some reps with you left hand.

That balance in your upper body will do wonders.

[arrow flynn]

Howard hills method outlined by john shulz was to pull 1/3 hold for a number of seconds then 2/3 hold then full draw hold then back down again stopping and holding increasing holding times at regular intervals do the same on the other side.I tried it and it works.

[valleysniper]

Thanks for the ideas !

[BOBBO NJ]

When shooting only shoot 3 to 4 arrows aaround and take a short break between shots. Short break is put you lower bow tip on your foot foot for 15 seconds and then shoot next arrow. Then pull the 3 to 4 arrows. This lets your muscles relax. It works for me
Robert