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Basic Javelin Throwing Technique

By Mike Rosenbaum, About.com

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Acceleration

Begin running and accelerate smoothly toward the throwing line. Run straight ahead with your hips perpendicular to the target area. Maintain the javelin’s position. Beginners will generally use fewer than a dozen strides before throwing. Experienced throwers may use 13 to 17.

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