Although it is a valid sport, a lot of people probably don't recognize archery to be as beneficial as running or sports with more movement involved. But, there are lots of great things you can take from it! For one, it is a good amount of exercise-drawing a bow burns about 140 calories per half-hour! Not to mention running back and forth to gather your arrows. It is a great deal of strength training too! Focus, coordination, confidence, and relaxation are all important benefits too!

Archers learn to tune out all distractions, focus on their form, and release the bowstring consistently. Concentrating during archery practice can help you focus better in other areas of life too. Competing in tournaments is also good practice for coping with high-pressure situations.

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