Another type of open stance is one that can be called a ‘natural’ stance. This is where the back foot is set in an open stance that is also slightly turned towards the target. It turns the hips and shoulders towards the target even more naturally and fully than the open stance. You may find that this is best for you. The natural stance may be your preferred ‘ready for anything’ stance and you may feel more stable using it, which is understandable. This, just as stances in any sport, could be preferred because of hip flexibility or just your body’s makeup. A natural stance will increase engagement with the shot even further than an open stance does. It will also increase the clearance between the bow, chest, and arm, giving you more control in the long run.