Balance is very important when performing these exercises. How to teach shot put to young athletes coaching young. Eyes are level in this position and not looking at the ground. The debate between the effectiveness of the glide technique in shot put, versus the spin or rotational technique, is an ageold one. For example, a 50 high school boys shot putter should be able to throw 45 with the 14 pound shot put and 55 with the 10pound shot put. The fingers should be evenly spread but still close together. It is a general practise to position the shot safely under the chin. The rotational technique is very technical, and if not executed well, the performance of the athlete will lack consistency. Mike rosenbaum is an awardwinning sports writer covering various sports and events for more than 15 years.
For example, a 50 high school boys shotputter should be able to throw 45 with the 14 pound shot put and 55 with the 10pound shot put. The first to use a shot cannon ball instead of a stone competitively were british military sports groups. Training considerations for the rotational shot put. The distance thrown is measured from the inside of the circumference of the circle to the nearest mark made in the ground by the falling shot.
The linear technique, commonly referred to as the o brien technique, and 3. How do you get a critical appreciation of the night train at deoli by ruskin bond. The rotational technique, similar to the discus throw technique. Whether athletic game or shot put, there are some simple rules that will improve your performance, concentration and number of target kills and it is imperative to learn all these things to be first on track.
The aim is to throw the shotput as far as possible through a pushing action. Focusing on the basics of the correct shot put grip and starting position, and keeping the elbow upthumb down during a simple turn and push delivery action can lead to rapid and satisfying results for the athlete. Drills, and parallel movements should be primary in technical introduction and instruction of shot put introduction, and instruction of shot put. The two most commonly used shot put techniques today are. To achieve success, as a throws coach, you need a carefully designed strengthtraining program that pairs seamlessly with an equally solid, technique focused, throws program. Shot put and discus technique greatly improve your angles. Shot put should be about 1 foot behind the throwers right foot if the shot was dropped in the power position. Biomechanical analysis of shot put and discus essay. This is optimal for different glide techniques, as it allows for the force application of both of the athletes legs sooner in the throw, andor it permits athletes to sling themselves over an extended front leg, which both positively affect shot put acceleration young, 20.
The shot should not be thrown until coach gives the okay basic rules figure 1 keep shot close to neck, under jaw or front of the ear the shot must touch or be close to the neck, under the jaw or front of the ear at beginning of the throw the shot cannot be dropped down or pulled back from the starting position it must be pushed. It derives from the ancient sport of putting the stone. Basic shot put technique shot put learnbydoing by mark harsha, portage high school girls head coach. The shot should be placed underneath the side of the jaw in front of the ear the hand presses the shot into the neck to support it in this. Here are some pointers for any soul who wishes to put his or her strength to the test. The challenge throw coaches face is choosing the right lifts. While the rotational technique is an outstanding way to propel a shot put a great distance, its not for everyone. Shot putters have a choice between two techniques, the glide and the rotational or spin style. As all athletes have different needs, a single program suitable for all athletes is not possible.
Shot put drills glide technique by rob lasorsa shot put glide technique all movements consider a right handed thrower grip, carry, release drill objective description grip proper placement of shot in hand the shot is placed on the ball of the hand. Youve heard me talk about technique before, so today, im going to talk about strength programs for shot put and discus throwers. How to teach shot put to young athletes coaching young athletes. Young competitors, other than beginning shot putters, will naturally gravitate to the more direct glide technique. Shot put techniques glide and spin technique rules and regulations of shot put the metal ball which is to be thrown in this game is known as shot. Jun 11, 2019 the shot put is a track and field event dating back to greek times. The shot is held at the base of the fingers not the palm. Shot put strategies and body positioning techniques and tips. The students should be taught and they should practice the basic skills and techniques below. The shot should be balanced in the fingers and should come to rest where the fingers meet the palm.
Although you need strength to throw a shot put, technique and form are much more important than muscle definition. Bartonietz the put of the iron shot, coming to us from the boredom of british gunboats more than 100 years ago, underwent a new variation in the last decades. Thrower starts to lift and turn the ball of the right foot, knee, hip while the left leg. Execution of basic skills and techniques in discus and shot put.
In this tutorial, we will discuss the basic techniques and playing methods of shot put. Ulf shatters shot put olympic record in seoul 1988 the olympics on the record duration. In this article, he breaks down this technique into individual drills, complete with explanations and videos. For the approach, you can choose between two basic methods for throwing the shot put, spin or glide.
There are some strategies on which you need to focus. The shotputter focuses on turning then lifting with the feet, which is the opposite of the glide technique. It requires immense muscular strength and a good balance upon your body. Hold the base of shot inside fingers instead of using palm. Shot put a biomechanical standpoint, the shot put and has many different aspects that can be look at upon the affects of many different factors. This technique was born by a play instinct of creative hammer and discus throwers. Jan 02, 2012 ulf shatters shot put olympic record in seoul 1988 the olympics on the record duration. Strength training programs for shot put and discus shot put. The shot put competition for men has been a part of the modern olympics since their revival in 1896, and womens competition began in 1948. Holding the shot the shot is held at the base of the fingers not the palm the fingers are slightly spread apart with the thumb for support. The fingers are slightly spread apart with the thumb for. Both athletes in this case study are using the glide technique.
Shot put is played with a heavy spherical object popularly known as shot. Advantages of rotational shot increases range over which the shot can be accelerated shot is carried through a longer distance which allows for a longer period to apply force ability of athletes of smaller stature, strength levels, and body weight to achieve results. Posture rebalancing for shot putter and discus throwers is a key part to understanding. The aim is to throw the shot put as far as possible through a pushing action. The shot put is a track and field event dating back to greek times. The shot put is one of track and field s four basic throwing events. Do not bend at the waist this is a weak position 4. Drill set 1 breaks the technique down into smaller parts which allow the athlete to perfect each part before putting it all together. Pdf an analysis of the individual techniques of the shot put finalist. Teaching the fundamental techniques of the shot put youtube. This approach enables coaches to observe their athletes and to evaluate the key elements of their athletes techniques.
The aim of the drill set 1 linear shot put read more. A training program has to be developed to meet the individual needs of the athlete and take into consideration many factors. Feb 08, 2016 shot put and discus technique greatly improve your angles of the hips for big throws. Shot put performance was greater after bench press condition when compared with control condition 8. The athlete executes the full technique but a slower pace focusing on body positions, usually with lighter implements. They put the ball by holding it at their neck and pushing it through the air. Although there are many different factors that are important to success and performance related to.
The fingers are slightly spread and placed behind the shot. Pdf a biomechanical analysis of the shot put performance. They are not allowed to throw it, but instead they push the ball out into the air. Take off pop over the creek right knee to the middle get off your left, but dont straighten the left leg look down the sector shoulders in the sector square to the middle pre turn right foot relax gravity will take control. Shot put is an athletics sport where people try to put a heavy weighted ball as far as they can. It requires strength and sound footwork during the approach. In this article, he breaks down this technique into individual drills, complete with explanations and.
The aim is to put it as far as possible from a sevenfoot diameter 2. Basic skills and technique in discus the holdgripthe stancethe wind uprotationthe throwingthe release. This learnbydoing shot put manual is very insightful. Strength training for throwers sport performance centres. I really love shot put and so the discus throw,the hammer throw and the javelin throw,too. The fingers are slightly stretched apart from using the thumb for support.
Use a softball that is around the size of the individuals agerelated shot with the weight no more than 1kg. Mark harsha portage high school girls head coach goal one. The shot putter focuses on turning then lifting with the feet, which is the opposite of the glide technique. Strength training programs for shot put and discus shot. First shot should be placed on the upper pad of the hand. The debate between the effectiveness of the glide technique in shot put, versus the. Most worldclass male throwers, including 2009 world champion christian cantwell, employ the rotational shot put technique. Although you need strength to throw a shot put, technique and. Its exact position is at the starting point of jaw and just below the ear. Shots are available in different sizes and weights and are generally made from brass or iron.
In fact, the unusually heavy ball called a shot requires specific throwing techniques to avoid injury. Shot put techniques and its tactics powerpoint presentation. The shot put is a track and field event involving putting pushing rather than throwing a heavy spherical ballthe shotas far as possible. Get in the proper stance by stepping back with one foot and lowering your body so that your knees and hips are bent. To be an effective and accomplished shot putter, there are many techniques that you have to master and apply to your own specific technique. It is possible to teach young athletes to perform a simple working model for shot put within a thirty to forty minute session. Execution of basic skills and techniques in discus and. To analyse the shot put technique of two olympic level female heptathletes. Techniqq, g g,ue, teaching progressions, and drills mike.
Technique, teaching progressions, and drills q, gg. Shot put officiating rules district school board of niagara. May 29, 2017 it is possible to teach young athletes to perform a simple working model for shot put within a thirty to forty minute session. In the standard technique the heel of the extension leg foot is aligned with left sector line for standard alignment. The fingers are slightly spread apart with the thumb for support. Shot put officiating rules competitors take their throw from inside a marked circle 2. Shot put learn by doing basic technique for the shot put by. It aims to be practical and userfriendly, containing simple information outlining ageappropriate working technique models, teaching progressions, lesson plans. Shot put, sport in athletics track and field in which a spherical weight is thrown, or put, from the shoulder for distance. Put weight on back leg with hand not holding the shot putting to where the shot will go finish with chest and head up not bowing head after the throw do not throw the shot push it figure 2 put weight onto back leg with hand not holding shot pointing to where it will be gong. It is propelled by way of pushing, rather than by throwing. Two putting styles are in current general use by shot put competitors. The shot put has been part of the olympics since 1896. Generally, there is a 10% difference in performance between the standard and lightheavy implements listed.
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