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- 1. Ryan McCulloughEDU 290T-Th11amHammer Throw
- 2. So What isthe Hammer Throw all about?The hammer throw is metal ball with a swivel, which the ball is attached to a wire with a handle.
- 3. The hammer isthrown with two hands.
- 4. The athlete startshis movements at the back of the circle
- 5. The athlete startsthe throw winding the implement over head. Then a number of progressive heal to toe turn are done, anywhere from 1 to 4 turns.
- 6. The hammer willhave a circular orbit and then the hammer is released high over one’s shoulder.
- 7. The implement isreleased at the front of the circle.Background InfoThe hammer throw is an event in the sport of track and field, primarily a collegiate and an Olympic sport. Rhode Island is the only state that lets high school athletes participate in the event. This is because of the lack of knowledge and the dangers of the event. The hammer throw is a much more popular event in other countries, especially in Europe
- 8. Implement weights, LengthsMen'sHammer- 16lbs (7.257 kg), collegiate, Olympic
- 9. Length- 3 feet11 and ¾ in (121.5 cm)
- 10. Women's Hammer- 8.82lbs( 4kg), collegiate, Olympic
- 11. Length- 3 feet11 in (119.5 cm)Circle and SectorThe hammer is thrown in a circleHammer throw circle is 7 feet 0 inch (2.134 m) in diameter.The implement is released into lined boundaries called a sectorThrowing sector is a 40-degree angle
- 12. Rules continuedThe athletemay enter the circle from anywhereThe implement or athlete my not touch the top or outside of the circle during or after the implement is releasedThe athlete must exit the back of the circle after the implement is releasedIf the athlete breaks these rules, then the throw is considered a foul and it is not measured. The athlete with the farthest throw at the end of competition wins
- 13. Tips and adviceVitalfactors in the throw are speed of the ball and angle of release. Balance is keyPractice multiple turnsWeightlifting will help add distance, especially leg and core strength exercises
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