The Discus Throw: Step-by-step Discus Throw Technique

By Mike Rosenbaum, About.com Guide

In the discus throw, the athlete will complete one-and-a-half rotations in the ring, yet the thrower actually moves forward in approximately a straight line, from the back of the ring to the front. Proper footwork is vital to produce the speed necessary for a strong throw. Beginning throwers should start by performing standing-throw drills before attempting full throws. The following step-by-step description assumes a right-handed thrower.