JimAikens

Putting the Power into your Shot Putting

by Jim Aikens
Putting the Power into your Shot Putting

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In this course you will learn the drills  & skills to help you master the power position and develop a great stand throw in shot put.  Over 80% of the distance in the glide throw comes from the power position at the end of the throw. So when you improve on this aspect of your throw your distances will drastically improve.

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JimAikens

Jim Aikens

Head Track & Field Coach at William Fremd High School in Palatine, Illinois

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Jim Aikens has been coaching the throws since 1984. He has been the head coach at William Fremd High School in Palatine, Illinois since 1990. During this time Jim’s throwers have medaled at national competitions, won four state championships and 20 other state medals. Jim's throwers have also won numerous sectional and conference championships.  Jim has had 5 throwers toss the shot 60 feet or better.  Jim has earned his USA Track & Field Level 1 and Level 2 certification.  In 2014 Jim was chosen as one of the eight finalist for the National High School Coaches Association coach of the year.  He has also served as President for the Illinois Track and Cross-Country Coaches Association and is a member of their Hall of Fame. Jim is currently the Illinois representative for the National Throws Coaches Association.  In the past 15 years Jim’s team’s have won seven conference championships, six sectional championships, and four top 8 finishes at the Illinois state meet. Coach Aikens has published several articles and videos about the throws and training for the throws.  He is also a much sought after speaking clinician.

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24 hours on-demand video
Streaming from mobile and TV
Lifetime access
Certificate of completion
100% money back guarantee

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Caterory: Track and Field/Shot Put
Bookings: 30
Duration:
Videos: 21