TOLAK PELURU GAYA MEMBELAKANGI / GAYA O'BRIEN

Summary

This video provides a comprehensive guide to performing the shot put using the O'Brien technique, focusing on the backward throwing style. It explains the key movements involved, such as proper hand placement, body posture, leg movement, and the importance of maintaining a fluid, continuous motion. The script also highlights the different weights for junior and senior athletes, how to set up a modified practice area, and common mistakes to avoid, such as stepping over the line or leaving the sector. The video aims to help athletes master the technical aspects of the shot put, ensuring effective and accurate throws.

Takeaways

• 😀 The O'Brien style shot put technique involves pushing a spherical steel shot as far as possible from the starting point to the landing zone.
• 😀 Shot put is a track and field event where the shot is pushed (not thrown), and the technique involves specific body movements.
• 😀 The correct technique for shot put involves pushing the shot with the hand, not swinging the arm as if throwing a ball.
• 😀 The weight of the shot varies depending on the category: 3 kg for junior women, 5 kg for junior men, 4 kg for senior women, and 7.25 kg for senior men.
• 😀 The key steps of the O'Brien style shot put include proper hand placement, body positioning, and leg movements for a powerful push.
• 😀 The shot should be held at the base of the fingers, with a gap in the palm to maintain balance, ensuring the thumb and pinky are on opposite sides.
• 😀 Proper body posture is essential, with the body leaning slightly forward and the right leg stepping forward during the movement.
• 😀 The leg movements involve a swing with the left leg forward and a jump with the right leg backward, followed by a full body rotation.
• 😀 The push involves extending the arm and wrist while ensuring the angle of release is approximately 45 degrees for optimal distance.
• 😀 Practicing with a modified setup (chalk, string, and smaller shots) can help beginners familiarize themselves with the shot's weight and diameter before using the actual equipment.

Q & A

What is the definition of shot put as described in the transcript?

Shot put is a sport where an athlete pushes or throws a spherical metal object (shot) as far as possible from a specific starting point to the landing area using the correct technique.

What are the correct hand movements during a shot put?

The correct movement involves pushing or driving the shot put, not swinging the hand or making a throwing motion like throwing a ball.

What is the weight of the shot put for different categories?

For junior women, the weight of the shot put is 3 kg, for junior men it is 5 kg, for senior women it is 4 kg, and for senior men it is 7.25 kg.

What are the stages involved in performing the O'Brian shot put technique?

The stages of the O'Brian shot put technique include holding the shot put, positioning the body, swinging the legs, rotating the body, applying the push, and balancing the body after the throw.

How should the shot put be held during the O'Brian technique?

The shot put should be held with five fingers spread, placing the shot at the base of the fingers with gaps in the palm to ensure balance and stability.

Where should the shot put be positioned before beginning the movement?

The shot put should be placed under the right chin, just below the jaw on the right side of the neck.

How does the body movement progress in the O'Brian shot put technique?

The body should lean forward initially, with the right foot moving forward followed by a body tilt. Then, the left foot swings back, and the athlete jumps backward, rotating the body before the push.

What is the recommended angle for the shot put's release?

The shot put should be pushed with an angle of approximately 45 degrees.

What should an athlete avoid doing when releasing the shot put?

An athlete should avoid stepping over the circle's boundary or stepping outside the throwing sector after the release.

What modifications can be made to the shot put training setup?

The training setup can be modified by using a chalk line, string, and a modified shot put, with the throwing area being created on a paved surface.