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 Shot put is an athletics sport that relies on physical strength and accuracy in performance. Athletes compete to throw a heavy metal ball (known as a shot) as far as possible. This sport is one of the oldest Olympic games, as its origins date back to the ancient Greek games.

History of Shot Put

The roots of this sport go back to ancient times, when soldiers trained to throw heavy stones as part of their military training. Over time, this practice developed to become part of athletic competitions. In the modern era, shot put was included in the Olympic Games for the first time in 1896 for men, and in 1948 for women.

Shot put rules and specifications

Shot put weight: The weight of the shot varies according to age group and gender, as it weighs 7.26 kg for men and 4 kg for women.

Square specifications: The throw is made from inside a circle with a diameter of 2.135 meters, and the shot must land in a specific area in the shape of an arc.

Throwing method: The player holds the shot near the neck and pushes it forcefully forward using a rotational or sliding motion to achieve maximum distance.

Throwing techniques

There are two main throwing methods:

1. Rotational method: The player relies on body rotation to give the shot greater speed and momentum before pushing it.

2. Sliding (or O'Brien) method: The player slides backwards inside the circle before pushing the shot forcefully forward.

The most famous shot putters

Ryan Crouser (American): Current world record holder.

Valerie Adams (New Zealand): One of the most prominent players in this field, winner of several Olympic medals.

Benefits of shot put

Strengthening muscles: Especially the muscles of the arms, shoulders, and legs.

Improving balance and coordination: As a result of quick and precise movements during the throw.

Increasing endurance and explosive power.

Shot put is an exciting sport that requires physical strength, high concentration, and precise technique. It is a sport that combines strength and precision, and continues to attract more talents around the world.