Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Have you ever wondered why your bow arm naturally moves after the shot?
Many archers try to keep their bow arm perfectly still through the follow-through, but basic physics says that's impossible. In this video, I explain why your bow reacts the way it does, why your bow arm often moves slightly toward the left (for right-handed shooters), and why that movement is actually a sign of maintaining proper pressure rather than creating movement after the release.
This applies to all types of archery including Compound, Recurve, Barebow, and Traditional archers.
Understanding the cause of good follow-through makes it much easier to trust your shot instead of trying to force the correct movement.
Links to Gear Used in This Video:
JT Traditional Archery Zeus: jttraditionalarchery.com/longbows
Gold Tip Trad Arrows: https://collabs.shop/y5j6ys
Brass Inserts: https://collabs.shop/sxkrmp
Feathers: https://collabs.shop/bnllds
Kangaroo Glove: https://collabs.shop/k5v1fd
Back Pocket Quiver: usa.kaminskiarchery.com/products/the-delta-pocket-quiver
Target: https://collabs.shop/qmfnyv
RCore Custom Grips: https://rcore.co?aff=5 (Use code KAMINSKI at checkout for 10% off)
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00:00-Intro
00:10 Your Bow Arm Should Move
00:28 You Can't Argue Physics
2:25 Follow Through is a Reaction
2:56 Don't Do This
3:24 Bow Arm Collapse
5:15 Just Let it Happen
Have you ever wondered why your bow arm naturally moves after the shot?
Many archers try to keep their bow arm perfectly still through the follow-through, but basic physics says that's impossible. In this video, I explain why your bow reacts the way it does, why your bow arm often moves slightly toward the left (for right-handed shooters), and why that movement is actually a sign of maintaining proper pressure rather than creating movement after the release.
This applies to all types of archery including Compound, Recurve, Barebow, and Traditional archers.
Understanding the cause of good follow-through makes it much easier to trust your shot instead of trying to force the correct movement.
Links to Gear Used in This Video:
JT Traditional Archery Zeus: jttraditionalarchery.com/longbows
Gold Tip Trad Arrows: https://collabs.shop/y5j6ys
Brass Inserts: https://collabs.shop/sxkrmp
Feathers: https://collabs.shop/bnllds
Kangaroo Glove: https://collabs.shop/k5v1fd
Back Pocket Quiver: usa.kaminskiarchery.com/products/the-delta-pocket-quiver
Target: https://collabs.shop/qmfnyv
RCore Custom Grips: https://rcore.co?aff=5 (Use code KAMINSKI at checkout for 10% off)
Disclosure: Some links above are affiliate links, which help support the channel at no extra cost to you.
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🎯 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
00:10 Your Bow Arm Should Move
00:28 You Can't Argue Physics
2:25 Follow Through is a Reaction
2:56 Don't Do This
3:24 Bow Arm Collapse
5:15 Just Let it Happen
