I am shooting again!!

koger · May 17, 2009, 08:27:00 PM

Well guys, about 7 weeks after rotator cup surgery, I am back shooting again, low poundage, but it is great!!!! I did exactly what the Dr. and PT therapist had said to do, exercised 5-6 times a day, lots of water and vitamins. Doc says I am a month ahead of the curve, ok's light shooting, still not lifting anything heavy. I walked out to my range, stopped about18 yards, concentrated, came to anchor and pulled through and watched my first arrow hit the 3" spot on my target! I shot four more and ended up with 3 in, two within an inch on either side. I felt really good, took my time and shot 10 more shots, making sure to make each shot count, and did really well. I have been coachin each week with the 4H kids while I have been rehabing and beating the basics into my own skull as well, and after the lay off I am shooting as well as ever. My last 10 shots today, 20-25 yds had 9 in or touching the 3" circle, 1 about 2 inches high. I am slowing down, being carful not to hurt myself and just working through the shot better than ever. I didnt realize how big a part of my life trad archery had become, and have missed it sorely. A buddy of mine and me are talking about going to cloverdale for a couple of days to celebrate. Well, I am done rattling on just glad to be active in archery again!

tarponnut · May 17, 2009, 08:31:00 PM

Congrats!

TNstickn · May 17, 2009, 09:20:00 PM

I know feelin good feels good!!

Wannabe1 · May 17, 2009, 10:17:00 PM

Welcome back!

Take it easy, stay safe and shoot straight.

straitera · May 17, 2009, 11:46:00 PM

I like happy endings. Take your time and do not overstress the muscles.

koger · May 18, 2009, 11:26:00 PM

Thanks for all your concerns and replies.

D.A. Davis · May 19, 2009, 05:10:00 PM

Congrats koger. I'm in the same boat, just trying to find something I can shoot. Good luck with yours.

D.A.

fxe · May 19, 2009, 06:45:00 PM

Glad to hear it.Hope your recovery keeps going well.Also thanks for the bow you sold me it is doing great.

J.W.

K.S.TRAPPER · May 19, 2009, 08:52:00 PM

Been there and done that, Feels so good to start shooting after the lay off :D

Congrats and take your time

Tracy

reddogge · May 19, 2009, 09:35:00 PM

Good news on the shooting. I'm going in Friday for torn tricep tendon surgery so I've got some time and healing to get through yet. Wish me luck.

Shakes.602 · May 19, 2009, 10:19:00 PM

CONGRATS!! Just take it Easy, That Surgery Doesnt Sound FUN for the 1st Time, and I Would Bet You Dont Want to have it Messed with Anymore!! GOOD FOR YA!!

vermonster13 · May 19, 2009, 10:20:00 PM

Bill Turner · May 28, 2009, 04:01:00 PM

Congrats Sam. Before long you'll be able to beat some of those young archers you've been training.

Benny Nganabbarru · May 29, 2009, 04:13:00 AM

Glad you're back at it!