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The wind up is one of the most important aspects of the throw because it sets the tone for the entire throw.
The following are the technical aspects: flat right foot, on the ball of your left foot, keep your weight evenly distributed between your feet, and not being overly active, which results in the waste of energy.
Although the wind up sets the tone for the entire throw, the rhythm of the throw is the most important aspect.
Focusing on rhythm can bring about the consistency to get in the right positions that many throwers lack.
This is due to the throw being a linear movement combined with a one and a half rotation and an implement at the end of one arm.
It is also important that the discus thrower keeps their shoulders at the same level during the throw until the end, where the thrower must extend their shoulders upward to get good lift under the discus.
If extension is executed properly the discus will be at the right angle to ride on the air current and thus be taken a farther distance.
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