Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Most archers misunderstand back tension.
Back tension is not squeezing your shoulder blades. It’s not contracting your rhomboids. And it’s definitely not trying to “feel it in your back.”
Back tension is a result of correct movement.
In this video, I break down the difference between focusing on muscles vs focusing on movement. When you move the posterior deltoid and tricep junction in a natural arc, the correct muscles activate automatically. When you try to squeeze and isolate, the system jams up.
If your draw feels heavy, shaky, or forced, this may be why.
Movement over muscle.
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00:14 One Common Struggle
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2:24 Breaking the Issue Down
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4:38 Stop Trying to Use Back Tension
5:45 Don't Move Your Clicker
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Most archers misunderstand back tension.
Back tension is not squeezing your shoulder blades. It’s not contracting your rhomboids. And it’s definitely not trying to “feel it in your back.”
Back tension is a result of correct movement.
In this video, I break down the difference between focusing on muscles vs focusing on movement. When you move the posterior deltoid and tricep junction in a natural arc, the correct muscles activate automatically. When you try to squeeze and isolate, the system jams up.
If your draw feels heavy, shaky, or forced, this may be why.
Movement over muscle.
Link to Total Archery: usa.kaminskiarchery.com/products/total-archery-inside-the-archer-3rd-edition
Sign up for Camps at JakeKaminski.com
Other Gear Seen in this Video:
X10 Parallel Pro: https://collabs.shop/glsjgk
X10: https://collabs.shop/t1mhda
Tungsten Points: https://collabs.shop/jsafck
WAV Pro Vanes: kaminskiarchery.com/storeselect
Tuning for Performance: kaminskiarchery.com/storeselect
Target Butt: https://collabs.shop/qmfnyv
Meta LX Riser: https://collabs.shop/wjmfrd
MXT-XT Limbs: https://collabs.shop/jli73e
Axcel Sight: https://collabs.shop/vuvnih
AAE Tab: https://collabs.shop/ili1xf
AAE Plunger: https://collabs.shop/rbftka
Ram Rod Stabilizers: https://ramrods-archery.myshopify.com?sca_ref=4737911.rtEoDnO3TF
Quiver: usa.kaminskiarchery.com/products/alpha-hunting-pack-quiver
RCore Grip: https://rcore.co?aff=5
Use Code Kaminski at Checkout for 10% off all R Core Products!
Disclosure: Some links above are affiliate links, which help support the channel at no extra cost to you.
⸻
🎯 Support the Channel
Get perks, behind-the-scenes access, and help me keep making videos:
👉 Join YouTube Memberships: youtube.com/channel/UCYMJYC6hEKaaTXjzK4Y521g/join
👉 Become a Patron on Patreon: patreon.com/jakekaminski
⸻
📚 Books, Coaching & More
Browse digital downloads, vanes, precision gear, and my archery books:
🌐 jakekaminski.com
⸻
📬 Send Mail or Gear
Jake Kaminski
P.O. Box 742
Micanopy, FL 32667
Note: Items sent cannot be returned.
⸻
📩 Business Inquiries
Please email me using the address listed in the channel’s About section.
⸻
📖 Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:14 One Common Struggle
1:38 The Solution is Easy!
2:24 Breaking the Issue Down
3:18 Moving Correctly is Key
4:38 Stop Trying to Use Back Tension
5:45 Don't Move Your Clicker
6:23 Works for Barebow and Trad Too!
8:00 Get Coached by Jake
