Shot Put & Discus
Shot Put & Discus
Foundations to Finals
The most complete shot put and discus coaching guide available. Coach Okafor's system takes throwers from day one fundamentals through championship-level technique, covering both glide and rotational shot put plus full discus progressions. Includes 40+ drill videos, strength trai...
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Shot Put & Discus
Foundations to Finals by Coach James Okafor
ABOUT THIS PROGRAM
The most complete shot put and discus coaching guide available. Coach Okafor's system takes throwers from day one fundamentals through championship-level technique, covering both glide and rotational shot put plus full discus progressions. Includes 40+ drill videos, strength training programs specific to throwers, and competition strategy.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
- Glide AND rotational shot put technique progressions
- Full discus technique system from standing throw to full spin
- 40+ drill videos with slow-motion breakdowns
- Throws-specific strength training program (12 weeks)
- Competition warm-up routines and mental preparation
COURSE CONTENT
4 modules · 16 lessons · 9 hours total
- Power position and release mechanics
- Standing throws: building the base pattern
- Grip, stance, and release angle for shot put
- Grip, stance, and release for discus
WHAT IS INCLUDED
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
James "Big Jim" Okafor is one of the most respected throws coaches in the country. Over 20 years he has coached 2 Olympians, 8 NCAA champions, and dozens of state title winners at the high school level. A former collegiate shot put record holder at 20.14m, he combines old-school intensity with modern biomechanical analysis. His rotational technique progressions are considered the gold standard.
Credentials
- 2 Olympic throwers coached
- 8 NCAA champions developed
- Former collegiate shot put record holder (20.14m)
- 20+ years coaching at all levels
- USATF Master Coach, Throws
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Based on 2 reviews
“I'm a distance coach who got assigned throws. This program made me competent in weeks. Both my throwers PR'd at state.”
Coach Robert F.
High School Throws Coach, Arizona
“The rotational technique progression is the best I have seen, and I have been coaching throws for 15 years. My athletes picked it up faster than with any other method.”
Coach Angela M.
Club Throws Coach, California
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