"Elite throwers have super power" | David Parker

When we are trying to build our technique structure, referencing elite throwers. We need to be careful, because not all details from them are learnable to us. Elite throwers often have super power, and they build their throwing technique around that. For example, Andreas Thorkildson, he has strong upper body. Therefore he open his hip earlier than us, such that he can utilise his stretch and reflex. Steve Backley, he has extreme flexibility over his chest and shoulder area. Therefore he can push off his back leg while keeping his line of force agile with the javelin. All of these, demonstrating that their unique technique works for them. But not necessarily work for us. So, when you want to reference technique from an elite thrower. Do take these into consideration. #javelinthrow #javelin #techniques ‪@TheCoachParker‬