What happens when you mix circus skills, extreme flexibility, and a bow and arrow? In this episode of Trivia Tangents, we dive feet first into the fascinating world of foot archery; yes, that is archery performed upside down using your feet.

I’m joined by my friend and real-life foot archer, Elizabeth, who shares how she discovered this wild niche hobby, what it takes to master it, and what it actually feels like to hit a bullseye with your toes. We also reflect on our shared background in gymnastics and how those early experiences shaped our approach to movement, performance, and discipline.

Along the way, we explore how archery evolved from ancient warfare to recreational sport, and put Elizabeth’s trivia knowledge to the test with some archery facts from around the world.

Where to find Elizabeth:

https://www.instagram.com/elizwilley/?hl=en

https://www.tiktok.com/@elizwilley?lang=en

https://www.youtube.com/@ElizabethWilley

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Trivia Tangents and Foot Archery

04:19 Origins of Recreational Archery

09:59 The Art of Foot Archery

19:38 Training and Flexibility in Archery

19:53 The Journey Begins: From Gym to Foot Archery

22:18 Innovative Training: DIY Equipment and Techniques

25:11 The Evolution of Skills: From Practice to Performance

27:20 The Importance of Flexibility and Strength Training

30:28 Balancing Passion and Life: The Future of Foot Archery

36:28 Exploring Modern Archery Competitions

39:47 Exploring Guinness World Records

41:14 Mental Focus in Sports

46:06 Conclusion