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Biomechanics of throwing of a javelin
Date Submitted: 09/10/2006 04:57:48
Category: / Literature / North American
Length: 3 pages (765 words)
Category: / Literature / North American
Length: 3 pages (765 words)
Throw Phase only for right handed thrower
Mechanics objective: to maximize distance of the throw of the javelin in the air
PHASES:
Preliminary Movements:
* Javelin is held horizontally with three possible grips
1. Index finger grip (American Style):
* Index finger grips the shaft to the rear of the binding.
* Thumb lies along the side of the binding
* The javelin lies in the centre of the palm
2. Second Finger Grip (Finnish Style):
* Index finger is extended along …
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