Drawing Bow & Arrow Fly

Settle into horse stance, feet wide and knees softly bent. Bring the hands into gentle fists in front of the chest, elbows relaxed. Extend the left arm and open the hand into an “L” shape with the thumb and index finger while the other three fingers curl inward. The left arm reaches out as though holding the bow. Keeping the knees bent, let the right fist remain in front of the chest, then draw the right elbow straight back along a clean line, as if pulling a bowstring. Turn the head and gaze through the space between the left thumb and index finger. With a steady exhale, “release” the arrow. Repeat to the other side, maintaining the rootedness of the legs and the spaciousness of the chest. Traditionally, this form is said to regulate the Wood, Metal, and Fire elements, supporting the Liver, Lungs, and Heart meridians. It helps open the chest, strengthen the back and legs, and cultivate clear focus—beneficial for vision, direction, and the sense of moving toward one’s aims.