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Javelin Throwing Basics

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Javelin Throwing Basics

🎯 Part 1: Javelin Knowledge

1. What type of grip should you use when holding a javelin?

Two-finger grip

Three-finger grip

Full hand grip

One-finger grip

2. Which stance is correct for javelin throwing?

Face the target directly with feet together

Stand sideways to target with feet shoulder-width apart

Stand with back to the target

Stand on one foot facing the target

3. Which safety rules are important in javelin throwing? (Select all that apply)

Never throw when others are in the throwing area

Always warm up before throwing

Use lightweight javelins when learning

Throw as hard as possible on your first attempt

4. Why is warming up important before javelin throwing?

To make you tired before starting

To prepare muscles and prevent injury

To waste time

To show off to other students

✏️ Part 2: Technique and Understanding

5. List the three main components of javelin throwing technique that we learned about:

a) _______________

b) _______________

c) _______________

6. Explain why we practised "dry throws" (throwing motion without a javelin) before using actual javelins:
7. During the 'Javelin Tag' warm-up game, which movement skills were you developing? Name two:

1. _______________

2. _______________

8. What should you focus on during the follow-through part of your throw?

🤔 Part 3: Reflection and Application

9. Which part of the javelin throwing technique did you find most challenging today, and why?
10. How might regular practice of javelin throwing help improve your overall fitness and coordination?
11. What goal would you set for yourself to improve your javelin throwing technique in the next lesson?

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