The rotator cuff is the primary stabilizer of the shoulder joint, and it is the most common injury sight in the shoulder for archers. The rotator cuff must be strong and functional in the way it braces the shoulder. Targeted resistance training fortifies the rotator cuff, but the exercises must match the archer’s goals and ability level. Some archers need exercises that start at a lower fundamental level, most archers need intermediate level exercises, and some archers need advanced exercises. W

Some shoulder problems can be prevented or fixed just by managing how much repetitive load you place on your shoulder. The shoulder will let you know if it’s being overloaded or if the load is tolerable. Ego and stubbornness are often the biggest roadblocks when navigating load management. There are no “one-size-fits-all” numbers for frequency, volume, and intensity because every archer is different. | Archery Strong

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