The debate between the effectiveness of the glide technique in shot put, versus the spin or rotational technique, is an ageold one. To analyse the shot put technique of two olympic level female heptathletes. Future focal points in shot put and discus throwing training. The shot put is a track and field event involving putting pushing rather than throwing a heavy spherical ballthe shotas far as possible. Basic shot put technique shot put learnbydoing by mark harsha, portage high school girls head coach. Coaching the glide shotput technique provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals involved in using the glide shotput technique.
This learnbydoing shot put manual is very insightful. The glide is not a two part technique its a long flowing movement. The origin of this technique glide dates to 1951, when parry obrien from the united states invented a technique that involved. For the approach, you can choose between two basic methods for throwing the shot put, spin or glide. The shotputter focuses on turning then lifting with the feet, which is the opposite of the glide technique. The shot put relay is a fun game you can use in your field event throwing unit, with your varsity throwers, or in any physical education class. George gemer outlines the evolution of shot pul technique, slressing in parlicular the imporlance of ihe first phase. Download the workout in pdf format here shot put glide technique drills recommended track and field product complete training for the combined. See more ideas about shot put, track and field and drill. Stand stand with feet placed wider reach summation of force. The main thing to master in this is the placement of the grip. Standing shot put is a good predictor of competitive performance dick moss, editor, pe update. Also, instruct the athletes that they should feel the shot touching their neck right up until they begin the put. The fingers are slightly spread apart with the thumb for support.
The shot put is a track and field event dating back to greek times. 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. Glide shot put technical progressions and training drills. Biomechanical report shot put women world athletics. This website and its content is subject to our terms and conditions. I have had success in asking athletes to pretend that the shot is attached to their neck with velcro and that they can only. 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.
The shot put is a track and field event involving putting pushing rather than throwing a heavy. Elite putters have used both the glide and the spin methods to secure world championships as well as olympic gold. Techniqq, g g,ue, teaching progressions, and drills mike. Microsoft powerpoint smith glide shot put drills and throwing progressions author. Glide conversion to rotational shot put john kenneson tcu longer path of the shot putlonger period of time with applied force anthropometrics tabula rasa effect moderate strength levels increased horizontal velocity considerations for conversion.
The aim is to put it as far as possible from a sevenfoot diameter 2. Finding the method best for you there is no endall beall for shot put methods. Pdf an analysis of the individual techniques of the shot put finalist. Rotational shot put or discus nebraska coaches association. Smithglide shot put drills and throwing progressions. Reviewing both the longshort and shortlong glide techniques, the dvd is designed to provide an understanding of both the liftrotate and rotatelift drive. The throw is thrown from the back of the ring in one fluid motion. 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. Tes global ltd is registered in england company no 02017289 with its registered office. Shot put is the purest test of strength in track and field, but it also requires speed, balance, coordination, and timing. World class gliding is 115% of best standing throw.
Apart from traditional styles, new rotational styles were introduced in the sport due to increasing popularity. Primarily, there are two techniques involved in this game and it has to be used effectively to perform well and they are. Although you need strength to throw a shot put, technique and form are much more important than muscle definition. Glide techniques also became a part of this and soon became quite popular. Pdf muscle activation sequencing of leg muscles during. Two putting styles are in current general use by shot put competitors. Pdf the aims of this study is to present a biomechanical over view of the performances of the mens shot put at the podichery and tamil nadu. The good 3 the ball should sit on the pads of the fingers.
How to teach shot put to young athletes coaching young. The reliability of the manual digitising was estimated by repeated digitising of a whole throw with. The reliability of the manual digitising was estimated by repeated digitising of a. Your contribution will go a long way in helping us.
In fact, the unusually heavy ball called a shot requires specific throwing techniques to avoid injury. The more complex method is the spin or rotational technique, spinning as you move forward to generate momentum for the throw. Topics how is your experience of coaching in different countries and how do you do that. Females generally have more success with the glide technique. Muscle activation sequencing of leg muscles during linear glide shot putting. The dvd features a series of proven developmental drills that coaches can employ in either individual or group teaching. Slow full throws the athlete executes the full technique but a slower pace focusing on body positions, usually with lighter implements. To develop the glide action of the legs and link the glide with the delivery.
While the rotational technique is an outstanding way to propel a shot put a great distance, its not for everyone. Coach jim aikens also teaches the glide technique to his athletes because it is an easier technique for them to master, and helps them develop a good finish on the ball. Pointing arm the individual can utilise their spare arm by positioning it at the angle the shot put will be released at. Step 5 glide 1 glide with a partner holding the free arm. When it comes to the contest of shot put, the heaviness of the shot being used will completely rely on the age of the contestants. Both athletes in this case study are using the glide technique.
Coachup nation glide and spin technique for shot put. By rob lasorsa all movements consider a right handed thrower grip, carry, release. Shot put glide technique tierra wilson glenbard south high school 4. The glide shot put despite the large number of male throwers and increasing number of females who employ the rotational technique, the glide is still a very effective way of putting the shot for both men and women. Youre teaching a group of novice throwers who have yet to learn the full shot put glide technique. Whether you are a stranger to the sport or just looking. Opposite to the glide, which has clear criteria for an effective work of the body.
The fingers are slightly spread and placed behind the shot while the thumb is placed on. The fingers are slightly spread and placed behind the shot. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. The following guide offers the basic elements of the glide technique. In the middle of the circle, the technique of power position for both glide and.
The athlete creates tension by pressing the shot put into then neck. Visual description for each of the key phases in the glide technique. Understanding shot put glide technique jy throws s2 e76 duration. In this article, he breaks down this technique into individual drills, complete with explanations and videos. Choosing which technique is best depends on the physical abilities of the athlete in tandem with a coachs ability to instruct. Technique and throwing progressions for the glide shot put. With three simple guidelines, john quickly throws farther and with more confidence. Step 6 whole sequence perform without and with the shot, controlling and correcting the power position. Is the development of highlevel thinking good at young age in both events. Shot put glide technique by rob lasorsa, usa track and field mens shot development chairman shot put s 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.
These four points go against the usa way of teaching the glide shot put. Pdf a biomechanical analysis of the shot put performance. Shot put is one of those few track and field events that is present since the inception of modern. The shot is held at the base of the fingers, not the palm. A training program has to be developed to meet the individual needs of the athlete and take into consideration many factors. Stadium layout with camera locations for the womens shot put shown in green. Most shot putters start out learning the glide technique and convert to the spin style if they so choose. From the back of the ring to the arm strike, mastering the shot put details a stepbystep teaching progression with beginning, intermediate, and advanced drills and demonstrations, as well as exercises to build specific throwing strength.
Stand throw double hop drill dynamic glide shot put. A biomechanical analysis of the shot put performance. An analysis of the individual techniques of the shot put finalist in the valencia indoor. Glide shot put technical progressions and training drills for outside of the circle. The shot put relay game for practices and physical education classes dick moss, editor, physical education. Coach kyle abney teaches john bowman to glide in the shot put or the first time in 15 years. The purpose of the rotational technique is to put the athletes body in the best position to create maximal velocity in double support. The execution of the shot put performance follows a pushlike movement patter, this means that all of the parts of the kinetic chain are moving simultaneously blazevic, 2010.
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