Little-known facts about archery

Archery, a seemingly "ancient" sport, actually has a lot of interesting knowledge that you may not expect! Today we will reveal some little-known facts about the world of archery. Whether you are a novice or an old hand, this information will give you a deeper understanding of archery~
1️⃣The origin of archery is so "long"!
The history of archery can be traced back to the Paleolithic Age about 20,000 years ago, when humans first used bows and arrows as hunting tools. Later, bows and arrows became important weapons in ancient wars, such as Chinese crossbows, Japanese bows, and English longbows. It is worth mentioning that there are already scenes of using bows and arrows in ancient Egyptian murals! ✨✨✨
2️⃣The recurve bows at the Olympics have so many "accessories"
As the official bow of the Olympics, the recurve bow can be equipped with auxiliary equipment such as sights, balance bars, stabilizers, etc. in addition to the bow body and strings. These equipment not only make the bow more stable, but also improve accuracy in competitions. It can be said that it is a combination of traditional bows and modern technology~ Do you think it is more advanced?
3️⃣The color of the arrow feathers is not chosen randomly!
Have you noticed that the arrow feathers are colorful? In fact, this is not just for beauty! Arrow feathers are usually composed of 3 pieces, one of which is called the "primary feather" (the color is different from the other two pieces). Its function is to help the archer quickly determine the direction when shooting the arrow, so as to avoid the arrow colliding with the bow arm. Next time you see the arrow feathers, will you pay more attention to their color matching? 🏹
4️⃣Drawing the bow really makes you "stronger"!
Don't underestimate the action of drawing the bow, it is very effective for the core strength and shoulder and back muscle groups! Beginners usually use 12-16 pound bows, but professional players can pull bows with a force of more than 40 pounds. When shooting arrows, you need to concentrate, control your breathing, and coordinate the muscles of the whole body at the same time-it is a complete whole-body training. 💪💪
5️⃣How fast can the fastest arrow in the world reach?
A modern compound bow with a carbon arrow can easily reach an arrow speed of 350 feet per second (about 107 meters per second). Imagine an arrow shot from your hand and hitting the target almost instantly. This speed is amazing!
6️⃣ Archery is not only a sport, but also a psychological "cultivation"
Archery seems simple, but it is actually a big test of psychological quality. In the competition, how to keep a stable mentality and concentrate in a tense environment directly affects the results. For this reason, archery is also called "dynamic meditation". By practicing archery, you can learn to focus and self-control, which is also an improvement in daily life! 🎯🎯