Abstract
The objective of the shot-put action is to throw a 7.26 kg ball as far as possible, while following the rules that govern the event. The range of the shot is determined by its conditions at release, e.g., the velocity, height, horizontal distance (distance in front or behind the circle), and angle of release. Changes in the velocity of release will affect the distance thrown more than equal changes in either the angle or height of release (Gregor, McCoy, & Whiting, 1990; Hay, 1985).
Document Type
Book Chapter
Source Publication
NTCA Throwers Handbook
Version
Publisher's Version
Publication Date
1-1-2008
First Page
127
Last Page
131
Rights
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Recommended Citation
Maheras, A. (2008). Determining the Optimum Angle of Release in the Shot-Put Event. NTCA Throwers Handbook, J.A. Peterson & Lasorsa R. editors, p.p. 127-131.
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