SHOT PUT

SHOT PUT

Shot put is an event where an athlete puts (rather than push) a heavy metal ball (shot) as far as possible. It involves strength, coordination, balance and agility.

Equipment

1. Shot (metal ball)

a) Men: 7.26 kg

b) Women: 4 kg

2. Throwing circle (2.135 m diameter)

3. Toe board

4. Flags

5. Measuring tape

6. Landing sector(34.92) 


Techniques

1. Orthodox Style (Simple Method): This traditional method emphasizes a straightforward, powerful push of the shot.

2. Parry O’Brien Style (Glide Method): Named after the famous Olympian, this technique involves a glide across the circle to build momentum before the release.

3. Disco Put Style (Rotatory Method): Also known as the rotational technique, this style uses a spinning motion to maximize the shot’s speed and distance.

Phases

1. Preparation

2. Glide/Rotation

3. Power Position

4. Release

5. Recovery

 

 

Rules

1. Shot must be pushed, not thrown.

2. Must land within sector.

3. Athlete must not step outside circle.

4. Shot must be released above the shoulder height

5. Athletes may not exit the throwing area before the shot lands

6. Athletes typically have three attempts if there are more than eight competitors, and six attempts if there are eight or fewer. The top eight athletes receive three additional attempts.

WORLD RECORD HOLDERS

Men: Ryan Crouser

Record: 23.56 m (2023)

Women: Natalya Lisovskaya

Record: 22.63 m (1987)

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