Biomechanics of throwing of a javelin

Throw Phase only for right handed thrower Mechanics objective: to maximize distance of the throw of the javelin in the air PHASES: Preliminary Movements: * Javelin is held horizontally with three possible grips 1. Index finger grip (American Style): * Index finger grips the shaft to the rear of the binding. * Thumb lies along the side of the binding * The javelin lies in the centre of the palm 2. Second Finger Grip (Finnish Style): * Index finger is extended along …showed first 75 words of 765 total…

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