Sportshall Activity Resource Cards

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PRIMARY SHOT PUT

Description The Primary Shot put is a standing throw that provides a safe introduction to the ‘push’ type of throw and is a progression from the Chest Push. The event originated as a canon ball throw and is now one of the four throws in Track & Field Athletics.

Description Layout Of Throwing Area

• The judges use line of sight to record the distance.

The minimum area required for this event is 10m x 20m. We recommend that it is marked in 25cm increments to facilitate ease of measurement. Equipment • IFTA approved 600g Primary Shots • Graduated Measuring Mats • Cones Rules • Each young athlete is allowed three throws. • This is a standing throw starting behind the throwing line. • The shot must be pushed from the neck and not thrown. • No part of the body must touch the throwing area side of the throwing line. • Measurement is in half metres taken to the

Tips • The shot should be placed at the base of the first three fingers of the hand, ensuring it does not rest on the palm. • The thumb and little finger should provide support for the shot. • Use the strong muscles of the legs by starting in a low position and finishing in a high position. Safety • Ensure throwing area is well defined and correctly supervised. • Ensure throwing is not permitted in the

direction of other event stations. • Only allow one throw at a time.

nearest 25cm below and is measured at right angles to the throwing line.

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