Training in teams for personal bests in javelin
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can work independently and support others within a small team to improve my personal best in javelin.
Key learning points
- Move: keep the javelin stable and aligned with the direction of the throw, with your throwing arm extended.
- Move: transitioning into a side-on position crossing the legs over one another before release optimises body position.
- Think: adapting the warm up to include javelin specific movements is needed to help reduce the risk of muscle straining.
- Feel: showing persistence through repeated practice increases the distance achieved.
- Connect: working together to achieve a combined target demonstrates teamwork.
Keywords
Consistency - regularly putting in good effort and maintaining a steady approach to training and improvement over time
Support - being there for your teammates, helping them through challenges and celebrating their successes together
Crossover steps - the final steps that help transition into the throwing position
Common misconception
Strength and power are more important than technique when throwing a javelin far.
While strength and power are both important, too much strength and not enough time focusing on technique, can impact the accuracy of the throw. A well executed throw will travel further than just force alone.
Teacher tip
Time in the lesson should be spent on technique, balanced with an understanding of how to develop power. Improvements over a lesson will come more from technique and reduce the risk of injury.
Equipment
400g and less training javelins; beanbag; tennis balls; other forms of turbo javelin throwing equipment; measuring tapes; 30+ cones
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is the moment the shot leaves the hand called?
Q2.What does a strong starting position in shot put provide?
Q3.What needs to be transferred to generate power and balance during a throw?
Q4.Which is the optimal release angle to achieve the greatest distance?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What can help improve a personal best in javelin?
Q2.What muscle supports a strong and accurate throw of the javelin?
Q3.What is the phase of a javelin throw called from running to the crossover step?
Q4.What helps prevent injury in javelin throwing?
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