SHOT PUT

When shot putting: -

• Hold the shot at the base of your fingers (not on the palm) with three fingers behind and the thumb and small finger to each side of the shot

 

• Use a balanced ready-stance (Avoid placing your front foot hard up against the stop-board. This will make it difficult for you to turn your front foot)

 

• Hold the shot touching or close to the neck with your throwing elbow lifted away fom your body

 

• Point your non-throwing arm in the direction of the throw or "wrap" your arm around your body

 

• Swing your feet, hips, chest and shoulders to the front as you move your weight from your back to your front foot

 

• Stand tall as you push the shot away from your neck in a strong "punching" action

 

• Watch the shot go