Discus: Wilkins Vs Powell - A Comparative Study
By Ernie Bullard & Larry Knuth
Original publication date: 1977
Now revised and reprinted in 2009!
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Chapter I:
Wilkins vs Powell - A comparison of records, philosophy, and throwing style
Chapter II:
Mechanical Factors of Discus Throwing - Velocity, magnitude of forces,
acceleration distance, solidity of bas, summation of forces, moment of
force, use of inertia, angle of incidence, angle at release, effect of wind,
design of the discus
Chapter III:
Fundamental - Grip, stance, back of ring movements, focal point, movements
across ring, getting into the power position, power position, throwing from
the power position, finish of throw
Chapter IV:
Comparison of America's Top Throwers
Chapter V:
Drills - Rolling the discus, throwing for height, balance drill, 90 degree
drill through the circle, pivot drill, standing throw, modified South
African drill, South African drill, the use of a target
Chapter VI:
Training Programs - Wilkins's, Powell's, the Bulgarians