In my haste to get into the game, I neglected to warm up properly and as they say, 'I threw my arm out'. Luckily, I didn't rip the rotator cuff. Most of us who are involved in archery or bowhunting also participate in other forms of recreational activity - be it organized sports, jogging, biking, golfing, canoeing, hiking, weight lifting, etc. Probably yes to some degree. More than likely, not.
Archery is the same as any other form of physical activity.
As we get older, we get a little more sensitive to the rigors of shooting a bow. Among my over-40 buddies, I'm hearing about a lot more bodily complaints. Things like rotator cuff problems, back problems, tendonitis, sore wrists and sore elbows. One of the best ways to prevent athletic injury is to prepare the muscles, tendons and ligaments for the stress of the sport - before you begin. If you are a traditional shooter you will be holding the maximum weight continuously.