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discus throwTrack-and-field sport of hurling for distance a disk-shaped object known as a discus. The discus is 8.6 in. (219 mm) in diameter and is thicker in the centre than at the perimeter; it must weigh at least 4.4 lbs (2 kg) for men's events, 2.2 lbs (1 kg) for women's. It is thrown by means of a whirling movement made by the athlete within a circle 8.2 ft (2.5 m) in diameter. The sport dates back to the ancient Greek Olympics. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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In Coach, Lippert, with photographer Owen Reed, pioneered the use of step by step action photography that showed how a baseball swing, a jump shot, a football play, or a discus throw sequentially unfolded, enabling coaches to break down the steps their players should follow. Available on select Get It Now(R)-enabled phones, MFORMA's Track & Field allows customers to share in the summer track and field experience as they compete against the world's best athletes in seven events: 100 meter dash, long jump, shot put, high jump, 110 meter hurdles, discus throw and javelin throw. Giuffre out: Margaret Giuffre from Thousand Oaks established herself as the California favorite in the girls' discus throw last month with a state-leading throw of 161 feet, 8 inches. |
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