Elitetrack: Sport Training & Conditioning

Here is my progression in terms of years, maybe it can give an idea . . .

Frosh - Power 32 - Glide 34
Soph - Power 37 - Glide 40
Junior - Power 38 - Glide 40 high
Senior - Power 39 - Glide 41 high
Grad School - Power 42 - Glide 44 high - Spin - 46 high

I never mastered the glide in college and haphazardly did it post collegiate, it was only until I learned to spin that I felt I was utilizing my potential.

Mine and previous research indicates that a very good glider should be able to add about 10% on to their throw with a good glide. For less proficient athletes and newbies, this doesn’t always work (as you and I have both found out).

Chad Williams - 15 July 2008 07:01 AM

Here is my progression in terms of years, maybe it can give an idea . . .

Frosh - Power 32 - Glide 34
Soph - Power 37 - Glide 40
Junior - Power 38 - Glide 40 high
Senior - Power 39 - Glide 41 high
Grad School - Power 42 - Glide 44 high - Spin - 46 high

I never mastered the glide in college and haphazardly did it post collegiate, it was only until I learned to spin that I felt I was utilizing my potential.

aivala - 15 July 2008 06:52 AM

What do you think about using the Fuchs (sp?) technique? I have found it much easier to master than the glide and it helps a lot, specially when putting the shot with the whole body.

I think it’s a great alternative for intermediate level shot putters…especially at the high school levels. In fact, I know quite a few VERY smart throws coaches who use it for these types of athletes very successfully.