A person who practices archery is typically called an archer, bowman, or toxophilite.

Archery is great physical exercise Drawing a bow takes energy, burning calories and toning and strengthening muscles in your arms and back. Walking to the shooting line and then to the target to collect arrows also burns energy and means you'll get your steps in faster than you think.

boss (equipment) – A target, typically made from tightly compacted foam or straw. bowman (practitioner) – One who practices archery (a.k.a. archer) bow (equipment) – An ancient weapon powered by elasticity, used for hunting and sport.

In modern times, archery is primarily a competitive sport and recreational activity. While the format has changed, the principles of precision, focus, control and repetition remain the same. Archery featured at the Olympic Games in the early 1900s and joined the programme permanently in 1972.