Question

State any three basic skills required by an athlete for the discus throw.

Answer 1

Three movements make up a discus throw:

1. The release, the power position while standing, and the glide or rotation. The discus throw involves movements that revolve the body inside a ring, relying on torque and centripetal forces, and ending with a release.
2. It takes explosive strength and maximum muscle force applied to the object in the shortest amount of time for a throw to be successful. The significance of muscular strength is what drives the requirement for throwers to develop leg strength early in their careers. For a thrower, strength is paramount.
3. It is more difficult for athletes with poorer speed, strength, coordination, and flexibility to develop and hone their skills as quickly as athletes with strong speed, strength, coordination, and flexibility.