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- A Fast Arm An Advantage Or A Shortcoming
There is no doubt that most throwing coaches have heard the term “fast arm”, used to describe the throwing capacity of one or another athlete. Can this term be actually used to describe the action in throwing events? it is the base for the discussion in the following text in order to eliminate some misunderstandings. (Read More) - Developing Discus Techniques
The advancement of the discus thrower’s technique is a process that takes time to develop and refine. Some important technical principles that can help the coach and the athlete break down the discus in several different ways are outlined. The whole body must work together to develop rhythm and a pattern that best suits each individual. (Read More) - Discus Simplified
It is the task of the coach to translate what can be a complicated series of movements into simple, easily understood concepts. Too many coaches and athletes look at the discus event and translate it into a myriad of small intricate parts, all to be painstakingly learned. To watch a world class performer such as Lars Riedel (Ger) you must be conscious of what a simple, flowing movement good discus throwing is. To help to simplify the discus I have given below simple instructions on the Do’s and Don’ts — follow these and you will throw further. (Read More) - Hammer Throwing Analysis of Yuri Sedykh
Yuri Sedykh, World record holder at 86.74m, uses two swings and three turns to execute the throw. Over the years he has developed a superb throwing technique and this, along with his rapid speed and abundant strength, has established him as the finest hammer throwing exponent in the history of the event. (Read More) - Learning Shot Put Technique
There are several ways to approach teaching the shot put technique to young beginners. The following article outlines the part-whole method for the glide technique as it was recommended in the former Germany Democratic Republic. (Read More)
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