These events and their indoor versions (55 or 60 meters) require athletes to negotiate barriers during a race. Athletes who are successful in these events will have the speed of your top sprinters and often are successful at jumping events, 200 meters and 4x100 meter relay legs.
Shot put and discus are both events that take place in track and field. While these events are different, they both involve throwing, so they are often grouped into the same category.
Discus throwing requires a combination of speed, power and technique. While you need strength in order to toss the discus, the event also requires precision and proper form to translate that power ...
Although it's a strength event, throwing the discus requires formidable technique. Releasing the discus with optimal balance and speed demands constant practice.
These events and their indoor versions (55 or 60 meters) require athletes to negotiate barriers during a race. Athletes who are successful in these events will have the speed of your top sprinters and often are successful at jumping events, 200 meters and 4x100 meter relay legs.
Shot put and discus are both events that take place in track and field. While these events are different, they both involve throwing, so they are often grouped into the same category.
Discus throwing requires a combination of speed, power and technique. While you need strength in order to toss the discus, the event also requires precision and proper form to translate that power ...
Although it's a strength event, throwing the discus requires formidable technique. Releasing the discus with optimal balance and speed demands constant practice.