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

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

Kris Kuehls winds up for a throw during the 2003 U.S. Championships.

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Hold the discus high in front of the left shoulder. Swing the discus back to the right shoulder level. This action can be repeated once or twice, if necessary, to establish a rhythm.

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