Pacifica Archery

12/07/2023

I wish I could score this way😂😂😂

12/01/2023

We sincerely mean this. A lot of you are now long time friends, family. We are all thankful for everyone 🎯

11/16/2023

Our customers are one of the things we are very thankful for 🎯

11/05/2023

11/05/2023

Archery is a sport that requires a unique blend of physical skill, mental fortitude, and precision. However, even the most seasoned archers can encounter a formidable adversary known as "target panic." This condition can have profound psychological and neurological effects, disrupting an archer's performance and causing immense frustration. In this post, we will explore what target panic is, its psychological and neurological impact, and strategies to combat it.

Target panic is a phenomenon in archery where an archer experiences sudden and involuntary muscle contractions, often causing them to release the arrow prematurely. This unexpected release can lead to poor accuracy and, in some cases, even injuries. Target panic can manifest in various forms, such as a jerky release, flinching, or a complete inability to hold the bowstring at full draw.

Psychological Impact:

Anxiety and Fear: Target panic can trigger anxiety and fear in archers. The anticipation of an uncontrolled release can lead to a loss of confidence and heightened anxiety during competitions or practice.

Confidence Erosion: Frequent occurrences of target panic can erode an archer's self-confidence, making them doubt their abilities and negatively impacting their overall performance.

Frustration: Repeated failures due to target panic can lead to immense frustration and emotional turmoil, potentially causing archers to lose their passion for the sport.

Neurological Impact:

Muscle Memory Disruption: Target panic disrupts the archer's muscle memory, making it challenging to maintain a consistent shooting form. The involuntary muscle contractions can create a feedback loop that reinforces the panic response.

Stress Response: When an archer experiences target panic, the body's stress response system, including the release of adrenaline, is activated. This can further exacerbate the neurological impact by increasing muscle tension and impairing fine motor control.

Combatting Target Panic:

Seek Professional Guidance: Archers struggling with target panic should consider seeking help from a qualified coach or sports psychologist. They can provide tailored strategies to address the psychological aspects of target panic.

Mental Training: Mental training techniques, such as visualization, relaxation exercises, and mindfulness, can help archers manage anxiety and regain control over their shooting process.

Try my "Stop Target Panic Now" Mp3 https://archerymentalmastery.com/index.php/stop-target-panic-now/

Gradual Progression: Archers can gradually retrain their muscle memory and regain confidence by starting at shorter draw lengths and distances before gradually working back up to their full potential.

Physical Conditioning: Building strength and endurance in the relevant muscle groups can improve an archer's ability to hold the bowstring at full draw and resist the urge to release prematurely.

Target panic is a formidable challenge in the world of archery, affecting both an archer's psychological well-being and neurological control. However, with dedication, professional guidance, and a commitment to mental and physical training, archers can overcome target panic and rediscover their passion for the sport. By understanding the psychological and neurological aspects of this condition, archers can take concrete steps toward achieving greater precision and consistency in their shots.

11/02/2023

TBT
Who is this baseball player?

10/20/2023

Competitors can copy our style, works and procedures BUT no one can copy our honesty and passion.

10/14/2023

Annular Solar Eclipse

*not my picture *

10/09/2023

San Francisco Archers Bug Shoot
If you didn't go, here are some targets you missed.

10/05/2023

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Mythbusters at our store for one of their shows. We've helped them in all their archery myth busting 🏹

09/28/2023

FYI

09/08/2023

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Team Gap !

09/05/2023

This is just so wrong!😡

08/22/2023

If you missed the 1M BC Shoot, try to make this one!
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