STL All Sports

The archer in addressing the target assumes a standing position astride the shooting line, facing at right angles to the target with muscles neither too relaxed nor too tight, but flexible.

The toes should be turned outward about 45 degrees; the heels in line with the target and about 10 or 12 inches apart; the weight equally distributed on both feet. The distance of the feet apart will vary with different individuals, according to their physical make-up. The important thin to remember here is firmness or stability of the stance. A person may succeed in using a narrow base when shooting inside or when there is no wind, but will find it necessary to increase the width of the base or distance between the feet when shooting in a wind.

The knees should be straight without stiffness, that is, fairly well drawn back. The hips should be drawn back slightly and the shoulders be carried in such a manner that they will be held directly over the heels ; the chest should be well arched and the arms should hang loosely at the side. The head is held erect and is the only part of the body that is turned toward the target.