How to Throw a Flying Disc Like a Discus

There's a lot of twisting and turning, but when you uncork the discus throw, it just feels right.

Things You'll Need

  • Disc
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Instructions

    • 1

      Grasp the disc with your thumb on the inside edge, your four fingers outside, and your palm facing up.

    • 2

      Extend your arm completely.

    • 3

      Rotate your wrist 360 degrees, so your elbow, your palm and the top of the disc are pointed up.

    • 4

      Aim your nonthrowing shoulder at your target.

    • 5

      Rotate your hips and shoulders until your nonthrowing arm is completely extended and pointed in the opposite direction of your target.

    • 6

      Point your throwing arm at your target behind your back.

    • 7

      Keep your feet firmly planted as you rotate. You're now "wound up" and ready to throw.

    • 8

      Whip your shoulders and hips back around toward your target.

    • 9

      Release the disc directly in front of you with a snap of your wrist.