What to Expect

The format will be “Learn by Doing”.  Technical philosophy and analysis of a segment of the throw will be immediately followed by coaches and athletes addressing drills that teach that aspect.

Shot Put:

  • Power Position Fundamentals
  • Glide Technique
  • Analysis and Technique Development
  • Rotational Shot Put
  • Analysis and Technique Development

Discus:

  • Introduction to the discus – Techniques and considerations for the front of the ring.
  • Starting the full throw/Developing the transition from the back of the ring to the middle of the ring.
  • Transitioning from the middle of the ring to the throw.

Weight Room and Throws Specific Strength Training:

  • Developing the throwing athlete

About Clinician Brad Wymer

Solon High School
Track and Field

  • USATF Olympic Development Emerging Elite Selection 2009
  • Assistant Coach of the Year recipient
  • State Meet Record Boy’s Discus 192’6”
  • Former State Meet Record Girls Discus 156’4”
  • Former State Meet Record Girls Shot Put 3rd  Iowa All Time Best 48’7”
  • Former All time Iowa Record Girls Discus 166’10”
  • 1 Paralympic Games Discus Finalist Rio 2016  (8th Place)
  • 4 All Americans
  • 19 State Champions                                        13  Drake Relays Champions
  • 11 State Runners-up                                        3  Drake Relays Runners-up
  • Multiple State Place Winners

2021 CLINIC LOCATIONS (Click date for details)

Please RSVP wymer.brad@iowacityschools.org with how many coaches and athletes will be attending. Please indicate which clinic you are RSVP’ing for.

Above image: 2010 USA Outdoor Track & Field Championships by Phil Roeder is licensed under CC BY 2.0

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