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Unit Summary

This unit provides pupils with the knowledge and opportunity to replicate skills in isolation and in performance scenarios across all athletic disciplines. As a popular individual sport offered by many pupils it will cover sprinting, middle distance, jumping, shot put and javelin events.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to effectively apply an effective javelin throw technique to maximise your performance and distance.

Key Notes

• Move: the throwing arm long behind the head and weight loaded onto the rear leg prepares thrower for weight transfer.
• Move: releasing the javelin with a fast arm at 35 degrees will help to send it as far as possible.
• Think: analysing the flight of the javelin will allow for corrections in future attempts.
• Feel: perseverance is required as the technique requires multiple actions and coordination and takes time to master.
• Connect: encouraging peers and offering constructive feedback will increase confidence and desire to improve.

Vocabulary To Learn

• grip: the way you hold the javelin in your hand during the throw
• preparation: the initial set of movements and position required before executing the throw
• feedback: information and guidance provided to the athlete to help them improve their technique

Common Mistakes To Avoid

• A common mistake pupils make is using a 'bowling' style of throw in which the throwing arm remains straight throughout the action.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

More Lessons In This Unit

• Discus Study Guide
• High jump Study Guide
• Long jump Study Guide
• Middle distance performance Study Guide
• Middle distance training Study Guide
• Shot Study Guide
• Sprint performance Study Guide
• Sprint training Study Guide
• Triple jump Study Guide