Push-pull

[oldrubline]

I've used the push-pull type draw when shooting deer from the ground in the past because it seems to minimize movement. Hunting from the ground forces a minimal movement and holding the bow up helps break up my outline. Pushing toward the deer keeps all the movement in-line with less side-to-side that an animal could pick up on.  My question is:  Does this type of draw create problems in form or not allow for good back tension?  I'd like to practice a variety of shots for different hunting situations because you never know what you'll have to do in the woods. But, day-to-day practice off season, I don't want to be developing bad form.  I am studying the rotational draw because I like how it engages my back, but...when it comes to the moment of taking that shot inside 20 yards on the ground, eye level, I almost bet I'll revert to the push-pull.
Any thoughts?

Dan

[BWallace10327]

I agree that you may revert to what you have practiced most and what feels most natural when a deer is in front of you.

[longbow fanatic 1]

IMO, it doesn't matter how you draw the bow so long as you get to Magic T (proper alignment). Some draw methods engage the back better than others, but if you're aware of engaging your back and proper alignment while hunting, it shouldn't be an issue.

[moebow]

I agree with longbow.  I think the rotational draw gets you to good alignment with back tension better than other techniques.  But, the bottom line is achieving that full draw/anchor/holding position.  HOW you get there is less important than GETTING THERE.

So, swing draw, push-pull or rotational are not mutually exclusive techniques IF you reach that alignment point we call holding.

Arne

[Draven]

You can't develop a bad form in none of the multiple ways to get the bow in shooting position if you have a proper alignment right before taking your shot. ALL the methods engage the back, just the rhythm in which you move the hands up will make you notice or not that much the back engagement.