What can I do to improve my discus throws?
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First of all, are you using the weight room at all?  You should be lifting weights at least 3 days a week, probably 4.  When you are lifting do not neglect your abs!  This is a key area!\nNext, you should be doing some sort of aerobic/cardio exercise: I suggest running stairs (this helps feet quickness), running short sprints (this helps with quickness and explosiveness), jumping rope, or other like exercises.\nTechnique wise--try to have someone who know the throws look at your form and critique you.  If you cannot (and if you can this is still a good idea) videotape yourself.  Watch yourself throw in slow-motion.  You are able to pick out a lot of problems not readily visible!\nAnd finally--practice, practice, practice!\n\nIf you need any more help, feel free to contact me!
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Try aiming for the barrel if the first dart go's in. Try throwing for double twenty and when scoring consistently, drop down to treble twenty. Good luck.
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Well good luck to you in your quest...Yeah i throw alot to and i was wanting to increase my throwing strength also...ive just been doing some shoulder exersices and focusing on my arms and uppper body and ive noticed that it has helped a little....
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That really depends upon what aspect of your game you would like to improve.  Obviously, having a endurance comes into play, so I suggest including a cardio routine in your workout, at least 30 minutes per session to get your heart-rate up, and then 30 minutes after your session to cool down.\n\nAgility can be improved through stretching (20 minutes) and quick lunges and turns.\n\nAs far as your ball handling and shot making, PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE.  Don't forget to stretch before and after to avoid injury.\n\nAlso, there was a study conducted between two sets of students- one was given an hour every day, for two weeks to practice free throws.  Another was told not to touch a basketball for two weeks.  Instead, they were instructed to "imagine" shooting from the line, and to focus on every possible detail.\n\nThe second group ended up having better increase in percentage of shots made.\n\nThat says a lot for thinking about your game- think about it when you're not on the court.  Think about your drills,  your routines, and your technique.\n\nMost of all, have patience.  Micheal Jordan didn't become a superstar overnight.
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Play more competitive competition with better teamates\n\nIdentify your weaknesses and construct strategies in improving your play in those areas\n\nIdentify oppononents main weakness and focus your training on those areas
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Start off with throwing a weighted ball. 10 to 12 ounces. After throwing the weighted ball, start throwing long toss with a regular ball. After doing your long toss regiment, throw the weighted ball again.\n\nDo this 3 times a week.\n\nAlso, the biggest misconception of baseball is lifting will make you throw harder, NOT TRUE! You need to keep the Elasticity of your arm, so once you get to a certian point, lifting doesn't help.\n\nWhen you throw, make sure you make your hand go back and face second base, bring it on top, and throw downhill, so to speak. Kinda hard to explain it on here, but get with a coach and ask how to do so.
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I asked my weight training coach back-in-the-day, and he suggested the following exercise regimen.  Go somewhere with those outdoor tables with the attached bench (like in the lunch areas at schools).  Then jump up on the bench, then up to the table, then down on the bench on the far side, then down to the ground.  Turn around, and repeat.  Do this as much as you can, and then work to increase how much you can do it.\n\n(I can't comment on its efficacy, because I'm a lazy punk and I don't play basketball--I just resented seeing people 5" shorter and with an addition 5" less in terms of reach being able to dunk when I could barely touch halfway up the net).
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Try going to some open gym classes at a gymnastics plce and they could help you\n concentrate on it! \nMake sure to spot \nGet used to doing backbends\nmaybe start w/ backwalkovers and pick up the speed until it becomes a backhandspring\nHope it all works out for you!
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try putting half water in a coke bottle then 1/4 dry ice, close cap shake and throw
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Practice is the only way to become better. Some people are naturally gifted in sports but will not improve unless they practice. Make your practices count. Instead of just throwing randomly at the board, pratice what ever game you ususally play, cricket, 301, 501 whatever. Try to close out in a set number of rounds. Don't quit until you reach your goal. Set small goals first, then work your way up.\nPractice grouping your darts. You should be able to adjust your aim (without changing your stance) both up and down, and left to right. As you become better your grouping should become tighter.
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If I was you I would work on dribbling drills the most. They will certainly help you in about every aspect of the game. \n\nWell, if you want to increase your distance, you need to strength (build up) your arms. If you don't already do weight training, I would recommend that for a starter. \n\nSome inside exercises that are really difficult & a very good workout cario wise is something called "Back-To-The-Basics!"\n\nDo 100 Jumping-Jacks\nRun in place 100X's (each step count as 1)\nDo 100 Mock Jump Rope\nRun in place 100X's (each step count as 1)\nDo 100 punches (side-to-side twisting, back & forth, only moving upper body only) \nRun in place 100X's (each step count as 1)\nDo 100 jumps (just jump up & down on tips of feet)\nRun in place 100X's (each step count as 1)\nDo 100 twist-&-turns (basically, just keep feet together & jump side to side while twisting a little 45 degree to the left when going to the right & 45 degrees to the right when going left.\nRun in place 100X's (each step count as 1)\n\nNow, once you do that just repeat it 3 more times then your done. It's a great cario workout!! enjoy!
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here is an oldie but a goodie, get an old tire hang from a tree. paint a small circle on it. hit the circle till you remove the paint.  repaint the circle and do it again. work on blocking the ball, have someone thow balls in the dirt to your left and right just outside the plate. not too far away from you keep your head down watch the ball hit your body or glove.  when you work on throwing down to second do not take three steps to the base. stand up and throw. one step. start slowly catch the ball. stand and throw. then keep going faster.  watch the pros on how they frame the ball. frame it where you catch it.  DO NOT MOVE YOUR GLOVE DURING THE FRAMING!!!!  I am also an umpire and we hate that
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Ok... this might help.\nVoice: Standing up straight should make you sound alot better.  My coach taught me a method: breath in, and as you are breathing out yell in a peppy and enthusiastic voice.  Don't speak too fast, or too serious, you want to brighten up the faces of your judges.  \nJumps: Jumps are best practiced on a spring floor or trampoline.  If there is a specific jump you need work on, research tips online or in books.  Don't forget to smile when you jump, I know it's hard, but it is great when the judges look at it.\nMotions: Move your body swiftly to the motion you are performing, and then lock it!  Keep it stiff and hold tight.\nTumbling: This sounds silly, but you can practice your tumbling skills and have fun at the same time.  I sometimes practice while watching TV... listening to music... yeah.  Get a friend to spot you in this kind of stuff.\nFitness:  Work on sit ups, push ups, and other exercises for about 1-2 mins at a time.  Lift 2-3 pound weights a few times a day, eat healthy.\nHow to deal w/ mean cheerleaders: Just ignore them, get some REAL help.\n\nGood luck at tryouts! You'll do great!
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The best way to improve is to practice routines over and over.  Also, don't forget the little stuff, point your toes, take all moves through to their conclusion, amplitude.  Stretching and conditioning are extremely important.\n\nI am a 36 year old former gymnast.  I trained for 15 years.  I didn't go far, but it was my passion.  I don't regret doing it, but I'm paying the price now.  I see a chiropractor at least once week and when I'm really hurting, 3 times a week.  I have alot of physical problems that are all caused by gymnastics.  I am in constant pain from the abuse that I heaped on my body.  I'm telling you this so that you can be informed.  No one told me that this could happen.  I'm not sure I would have believed, when I was 16, but it would have been nice to be told.  Good Luck.
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I was also in gymnastics when I was younger. First of all, practice, practice, practice. Also, sometimes, practice can only help so much. Some people are more limber than others, and some people have naturally better balance than others, and both of those are essential when preforming in gymnastics. The key is to work hard and don't get discouraged over slow progress. Also, do alot of stretches at home to help make yourself more limber. I liked to stretch my legs on my bedroom floor while doing my homework. Also, I found that practicing flips on a trampoline was easier and less intimidating than trying to practice them all the time in a crowd of other people so close to the hard floor. Last of all, have a couple of friends to practice with. They will help you when its time to learn how to do flips. Have fun and good luck!
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First, make sure you've got a spot when you are doing this.  My coach would make a noise (ex. Clap, or yell Twist or Now) when it was time for me to start turning.  I had the same problem you had for a long time! Make sure when you are twisting that your hips are twisting.  It can't just be an upper body motion. Make sure you throw your hips too.  Also, don't start looking for the ground too early.  If your head stops "looking" with the rotation, your body will stop rotating.  How are you throwing your arms to activate the full?  There are many many ways to do it, such as, when I started, I always kept my right arm straight in the air by my head, threw my left arm to my right hip, and turned my head into my right arm, so that I was basically looking through my armpit.  Some coaches want both arms thrown, so I did left arm to right hip, right arm to middle of my back, and head to the right. However your coach has you doing it, make sure that you are not unwrapping too soon.  If you unwrap your arms too soon, it will stop your rotation, just like if you stop looking with your head. Last thing.  Don't let your mind freak you out.  Yes, you are doing a full rotation while you are upside-down, but this is a huge accomplishment!  Don't think of the magnitude of the skill, think of the fact that you are doing so well! Good luck and let me know if you need anything else!
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WORK ON IMPROVING YOUR REFLEXES, THE START IS THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF THE RACE, GET OFF ON THE G OF GO. OR WATCH THE TRIGGER FINGER OF THE STARTER.