Holding a Bow
Nocking the Arrow(Reverse if you are left-handed) Hold the bow in the left hand with the arrow up. Place the arrow nock on the string at the nocking point. Draw the arrow toward the bowstring until the string sits firmly in the arrow nock. If your nock fits properly, you should hear a small click or snap when the string seats in the nock.
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The
bow should be able to move freely after an arrow is released. Grip
the bow by forming a "V" by the thumb and forefinger. To
get a relaxed grip, many archers use a bow sling to prevent the bow
from falling out of their hand when they release. Do not grip the
bow tightly.