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Athletics: Delivery drill with pick axe handle

What a fantastic tool. I 've found a few drills that are unfamiliar,...

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The handle is swept through the full pull range of the delivery with legs bent at start.

COACHING POINTS

Toes turn to the left from the low position of the handle which is lifted by straightening the legs, driving the feet onto the toes turning violently to the left. The arms finish high as the implement is thrown.

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Turn Buildup:

It is often worth building up from one or 2 turns to the full competitive throw.

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The Heel Toe Turn:

A practice to move through toes and heels during a turn. Correct rotation through both the heel and toes are necessary to generate motion

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The Swing Turn Drill:

Entry to the first turn is made by rotating on the left toe pushing the hammer out to the left as wide as possible, maximizing the radius of orbit.

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One handed delivery drill with weight:

Practise of the delivery from the low position of the turn. Practise turning feet and hips ahead of the implement.

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