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Lesson 14:
The Five Fundamentals: Back to Basics
This lesson reinforces the five key fundamentals of discus throwing, focusing on proper footwork, body alignment, and rotation. It highlights the importance of maintaining a strong left axis, staying square in the middle, and ensuring a smooth, horizontal path through the throw. By mastering these basics, athletes can achieve consistency and power, just as past champions have done.
Discus Progressions by Coach Vesteinn Hafsteinsson is an in-depth course designed to develop athletes’ technical proficiency and efficiency in discus throwing. This comprehensive program breaks down the fundamentals of discus technique, covering key biomechanical principles, movement patterns, and essential drills for throwers at all levels. Coach Hafsteinsson emphasizes rhythm, balance, and se...