Athletics - Discus and Long Jump

Our first sessions were about Discus and Long Jump. The tricky bit about discus is holding it and releasing it. I found these great tips on the web... 1. Holding the discus Place discus in your throwing hand Spread fingers out with index finger inline with wrist Place fingers first knuckles over the disc

2. Release the discus

• When releasing the discus have your palm down
• Squeeze the discus out (bar of soap)
• The disc will come off the index finger
• The disc will spin in a clockwise direction for a right handed thrower

For Long Jump the tricky bit is taking off from one foot and landing on two. You can practice this anywhere, anytime you don't need a long jump pit. 

Remember to use your arms to help you get some height!