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- Year 7
Shot put technique
I can accurately perform the shot put technique in practice conditions.
- Year 7
Shot put technique
I can accurately perform the shot put technique in practice conditions.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: beginning in a toe-knee-chin position will allow for the necessary transfer of weight when throwing for distance.
- Move: holding the shot with ‘clean palm and dirty neck’ ensures the put is legal.
- Think: maximal levels of force is needed to put the shot and requires rest periods to recover.
- Feel: self-belief is required to put the shot due to the weight of the shot and the strength required.
- Connect: offering encouragement to others will give them confidence to perform this challenging event.
Keywords
Put - an action specific to the shot putt event, requiring a pushing action to send the shot
Position - the body’s posture and alignment at different stage of the action
Shot - the name of the heavy ball in shot put
Common misconception
Putting is a unique action and pupils often unwittingly revert to a throwing action which can lead to injury. Throwing is against the rules/regukations, thus it is also often illegal in competitions
Encourage the key technical points of holding the shot against the neck throughout the preparation and pushing the shot phases first, alsongide the key point about a straight wrist and extending elbow following behind at all times.
To help you plan your year 7 physical education lesson on: Shot put technique, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 7 physical education lesson on: Shot put technique, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Equipment
2kg shots, stack of cones, hoops, basketballs
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
