Introduction
Shot put is the a track-and-field event in which contestants compete to throw a heavy metal ball as far as possible.
In the shot put event, the athlete propels a heavy metal ball with one arm only. Strength is essential, but athletes also need quickness and coordination to create momentum and maximum force during the throwing motion.
To prepare for an attempt, the athlete begins at the back of marked circle 2.135 m (7 ft) in the diameter. The athlete faces backwards, holding the shot against te shoulder and under the chin. Then, in two quick steps, the athlete turns, moves to the front of the circle, and lunches the shot by thrusting the arm forward-pushing, or putting, the shot, not throwing it.
In most contests each competitor takes three throws, and the eight best performers receive three more throws. Competitors are ranked according to the distance of their longest throw. If the contestant steps outside the circle, the throw does not count, and all puts must land within a fan-shaped in-bounds area.
In the shot put event, the athlete propels a heavy metal ball with one arm only. Strength is essential, but athletes also need quickness and coordination to create momentum and maximum force during the throwing motion.
To prepare for an attempt, the athlete begins at the back of marked circle 2.135 m (7 ft) in the diameter. The athlete faces backwards, holding the shot against te shoulder and under the chin. Then, in two quick steps, the athlete turns, moves to the front of the circle, and lunches the shot by thrusting the arm forward-pushing, or putting, the shot, not throwing it.
In most contests each competitor takes three throws, and the eight best performers receive three more throws. Competitors are ranked according to the distance of their longest throw. If the contestant steps outside the circle, the throw does not count, and all puts must land within a fan-shaped in-bounds area.
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