Javelin

In this lecture the coach of Breaux Greer and some of the top Finnish champions of the past describes the Finnish method of developing javelin throwers using Tero Pitkimaki’s program as an example.

In this question and answer style open discussion Kari Ihalainen covers a variety of issues related to the javelin asked by coaches from around the world.

In this interview, Hannu goes through the general outline of Tero’s training. He presents an interesting weekly structure that is centred on the technical demands for throwing. He talks about the volumes of throwing Tero completes throughout the season, his ideas on ball throwing and the ranges of implement weights that they utilize. Among other interesting parts of this interview, he also discusses his method of tapering Pitkamaki for competition. He concludes by addressing some concerns he has with his pupil’s technique that they will address for this upcoming season. Throws coaches in general will find this interview very interesting, but for those specializing in the javelin, this interview is a must.

Written By: Robin Saunders

Written By: Don Babbitt

Written By: Anders Borgstrom

Written By: Esa Utrianen

Written By: Esa Utrianen

Written By: Dr. E. Arbeit, K. Bartonietz, P. Borner, K. Hellmann, and W. Skibbia

Written By: Antero Paranen & Leo Pusa