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How to Throw a Flying Disc Like a Discus

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By eHow Contributing Writer
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There's a lot of twisting and turning, but when you uncork the discus throw, it just feels right.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Disc
  1. Step 1

    Grasp the disc with your thumb on the inside edge, your four fingers outside, and your palm facing up.

  2. Step 2

    Extend your arm completely.

  3. Step 3

    Rotate your wrist 360 degrees, so your elbow, your palm and the top of the disc are pointed up.

  4. Step 4

    Aim your nonthrowing shoulder at your target.

  5. Step 5

    Rotate your hips and shoulders until your nonthrowing arm is completely extended and pointed in the opposite direction of your target.

  6. Step 6

    Point your throwing arm at your target behind your back.

  7. Step 7

    Keep your feet firmly planted as you rotate. You're now "wound up" and ready to throw.

  8. Step 8

    Whip your shoulders and hips back around toward your target.

  9. Step 9

    Release the disc directly in front of you with a snap of your wrist.

Tips & Warnings
  • Hold the edge of the disc, so the entire disc rests behind your hand.
  • Keep both shoulders on a level plane throughout the entire rotation.
  • Accuracy is difficult to master, but this is a good throw for distance.
  • Practice, practice, practice.

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