Track and Field Event( Shot Put) - JSS1 Physical and Health Education Past Questions and Answers - page 2

The shot put should rest at the base of the fingers, not in the palm. The fingers should be slightly spread apart, and the thumb should provide support on the side. The shot putter must hold the shot against their neck under the jawline, keeping the wrist straight.

The glide technique involves the athlete starting at the back of the circle, facing away from the throwing direction. They crouch down, then push off with their dominant leg to glide across the circle while maintaining low posture. As they reach the front of the circle, they rotate their body, driving with their legs and hips, and finally push the shot put from their neck with a powerful arm extension.

Athletes must start the throw from a stationary position within the circle. They must not touch the top of the toeboard or step out of the circle before the shot lands. Each athlete typically gets six attempts, and the throw is measured from the inside edge of the toeboard to the nearest mark made by the shot. The shot must be released above the shoulder level using a pushing motion.

The spin technique, also known as rotational technique, involves the athlete spinning around in the circle to generate momentum before releasing the shot. Unlike the glide, where the athlete moves linearly from back to front, the spin technique requires a circular motion. This technique starts with the athlete turning one and a half times inside the circle before releasing the shot put, utilizing angular momentum to achieve greater distance.