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Young gliders can get confused by various drills and alternative throws. Should they non-reverse? Should they shuffle throw? Should they...
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Throws University
Nov 15, 20203 min
Are There Really TWO Types of Glides?!?!
Gliders often go through their entire career without REALLY breaking down their movement, their positions, their footwork, and without...
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Throws University
Nov 8, 20204 min
Four Keys to the Glide Finish
You have been improving your glide technique, your throws feel better, you are faster across the circle but something still isn’t...
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Throws University
Sep 21, 20203 min
Deconstructing the BLOCK Leg
We have all been taught as throwers to embrace the “block leg.” The verbiage has been consistent, throwers know what the block leg refers...
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Throws University
Aug 31, 20205 min
Key Elements of a Good Throws Practice
Throws training can be incredibly detailed and focused. Every thrower knows and understands each particular aspect behind a good training...
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Throws University
Jun 15, 20205 min
How to Stop Throwing Flat (Rotational Shot Put)
The difference between a throw in the shot put that is flat or a throw in the shot put that has a proper angle of release could spark a...
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Throws University
May 11, 20204 min
Three Keys to Turn the Right Foot
Turning the right foot can be a difficult task, nearly impossible if it is not taught in a proper manner. This can lead to a slower rate...
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Throws University
Apr 13, 20204 min
Dorsiflexion of the Sweep Leg
You have heard the term “dorsiflexion” in various ThrowsU technical analysis. Not sure what it means, when it happens or even WHY it has...
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Throws University
Apr 6, 20205 min
Throwing Assessment and Improvements
Quarantine is deep and there is plenty of time to analyze, assess and plan. Numerous thoughts are rolling through your brain as you focus...
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Throws University
Feb 29, 20206 min
The Block Arm
The term “block” arm is a bit confusing. You step into the circle and you are told not to open the block arm, leading to the hips falling...
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Throws University
Jan 20, 20205 min
Speed Development: Part 3 of 3 Physiology
Speed Development Part 1 Speed Development Part 2 You have taken 500 throws over the last three weeks but you still feel slow. You still...
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Throws University
Jan 6, 20205 min
How to Increase Speed in the Throw: Part 1 of 3
You are a high school thrower, BEGGING to find some extra speed. You have all the strength you could ever want for the shot put and...
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Throws University
Dec 30, 20194 min
Misunderstood Recruiting: Raw vs. Trained
You work your butt off day in and day out. You lift hard, you throw well, you understand technique. You LIVE to throw far. You want to be...
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Throws University
Dec 8, 20193 min
Athlete Feedback for Improved Training: Pt. 1
Athlete feedback is the absolute best way to comprehend a training program, comprehend individual responses to training and progressively...
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Throws University
Nov 17, 20193 min
How to Rotate the Right Foot (Spin/Discus)
(For this article, the right foot refers specifically to the dominant foot of the thrower. Although the term is “right foot,” if there is...
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Throws University
Nov 1, 20193 min
Five Keys to Coaching
Over the years, we have gotten countless messages from throwers who have recently gotten a new throws coach while also getting contacts...
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Throws University
Aug 6, 20195 min
From 46 to 65: Lucas Warning
How Lucas warning used the glide to transform into an elite shot putter
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Throws University
Nov 16, 20183 min
Spinning Technique: Right Leg Over Rotation
The spin in shot put and discus is a very complex movement with many variables impacting the success or failure of a particular throw....
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Throws University
Sep 20, 20184 min
4 Things I wish I Knew As An Athlete
After coaching for 3 years, I have learned a significant number of things that I wish I knew while I was still competing. Most of my...
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Throws University
Aug 30, 20182 min
The Struggles of Long-Term Technical Development
In technical sports like throwing and weightlifting, the most important aspect is fairly obvious: technique. You can only get so good in...
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