Learn How to Throw a Shot Put: Basic, Glide, and Spin Methods!

This Is The Definitive Step By Step Guide On How To Throw The Shot Put.

The Shot Put is one of the most technical events in track and field.

To be successful, it takes strength, speed, power, and rhythm. But above all, it takes proper technique.

This guide will cover the key positions and movements that will help you or your athletes go from zero to shot putting in no time.

Our focus will be on the standing throw (aka power position), which is the first critical step in learning how to throw the shot put.

Developing a proper stand throw is the foundation of all shot put technique. It's the starting point for practicing, coaching, and learning the event.

Every successful thrower has developed and continues to refine proper stand throw technique.