Choosing the correct arrow spine for your bow can be incredibly confusing and seems like a mystery that you may never get your head around. There are a lot of factors that affect correct arrow spine (like draw length but even parts of your technique like consistency, tension and execution) so, it is perfectly reasonable to feel that way. A lot of top archers find an arrow set up that works for them and stick with it, not necessarily understanding why that's the set up that worked.
Here I want to break down as many factors affecting arrow spine as I can for you and explain the mechanics behind arrow flight that make the decision of which spine to use so important.
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Here is a cheat sheet you can add to your kit. It doesn't give any explanations but describes what affects the stiffness of an arrow set up and how!

A lot of people don't bother to set goals, and a lot of those that do set them in a way that just creates a lot of unnecessary stress. Learn how to set goals that will help motivate you while also keeping the pressure you feel under control, by differentiating between what you can and cannot control! You can apply this to all aspects of life, like work and side projects, not just your sport!

This image accompanies a video you can find on my facebook and instagram that goes into more detail about the process of setting goals so check them out!
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Looking along the line at any competition more than half of compound archers have a draw length that is, to some extent, shorter than ideal. 

While it's important to achieve things like consistency to truly get your draw length accurate, your draw length helps with so many other parts of your shot, from execution, to aiming, to feeling your muscles properly.

Don't forget to get in touch if you want some help getting your draw length exactly right for you!

​You don’t get better without practicing. In fact, if you don’t practice enough you’re likely to get gradually worse as your brain cannot build and utilise its muscle memory. However, you have to practice quality. 

There is certainly merit to be given to the idea that effort reaps reward and laziness gets you nowhere. In a sport such as archery it is important to put that effort in where it is most valuable. 

How well you execute your shot is key to consistent grouping. There are two points of contact between you and your equipment, one of these is your release hand with either your string or your release aid. Your execution then, is vital, as it has a significant effect on how well your arrow flies from your bow.