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Shot Put
"Just don't throw it like a baseball..."
 Shot Put is an individual sport where competitors throw a small, metal ball. The competitor with the longest throw is the winner. Overview Shot put is a sport originating from ancient Scottish athletic competitions. The rounded stone thrown by ancient competitors has been replaced by the heavy metal ball used in modern competition. Placed aside competitors' necks, the shot put is thrown with the goal of achieving maximum distance. The competitor who records the longest throw is the winner. Goal of Shot Put Throw a heavy metal ball further than all competition. Rules of Shot Put Competitors take their throw from inside a 7-foot diameter circle. They must rest the shot close to the neck during the approach and throw. Competitors may touch the edge of the circle on a put, but not exit. All shot puts must land legally in the throwing area to be counted. Competitors may choose their own style of approach, yet only two are practiced today: the glide and the spin. Distance put is measured from the inside of the circle to where the shot first lands. The competitor with the longest put at the end of competition is the winner. History of Shot Put Shot put originates from ancient Scottish Highland games, where competitors would attempt to throw a rounded stone the farthest. This sport remained popular in Scotland into modern times, and was featured at the first modern Olympic Games. Today shot put is a popular track and field event around the world, drawing competitors of all ages and skill levels. The highest level of competition is still found at the Olympic Games. Shot Put Equipment Shot Put Shot Put Safety Shot put is a relatively safe sport due to a lack of contact between competitors. Despite this, all spectators and competitors should be alert at all times for errant shot puts. Shot Put Training Shot putters must have extremely strong legs, arms and shoulders. These can be attained primarily through weight training. Shot Put Terminology Glide - putting approach that involves facing backwards, rotating 180 degrees across the circle, and then tossing the shot Shot Put - a heavy metal ball thrown for distance Spin - putting approach that involves rotating like a discus thrower and using rotational momentum for power Citations http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shot_put | Learn Another Sport Quick Info In Category: Throwing Pronounced: shot-poot |
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