Shot put technique
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can accurately perform the shot put technique in practice conditions.
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.
Teacher tip
A command style/safety-first approach is required. Be clear on instructions to leave no doubt about when you are happy for pupils to release, collect and carry the shot back to the approopriate area. This lesson assumes no throwing cage is available therefore only standing throw technique is used.
Equipment
2kg shots, stack of cones, hoops, basketballs
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is acting without bias known as?
Q2.When might an overarm throwing technique be most required?
Q3.How can we ensure a fair competition?
Q4.What is one way of showing your opposition respect?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.How can you ensure you don’t throw the shot, but put it instead?
Q2.What can help a person to perform difficult tasks such as shot put?
Q3.How much effort is required to putt the shot as far as possible?
Q4.Which 3 body parts align vertically in an effective shot put start position?
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