Basic Skills and Techniques in Shot Put and Discus Events – JSS1 Physical & Health Education Lesson Note (Third Term)

Shot put and discus are throwing events in athletics. Each event has basic skills and techniques performed in order. Shot put moves from grip and carriage through the stance, glide or turn, release and recovery. Discus moves from carriage and stance through the swing, turn, throw and recovery. Safety rules protect everyone near the throwing area.

Behavioural objectives

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

• list the basic skills and techniques in the shot put event;
• list the basic skills and techniques in the discus event;
• state the safety precautions in shot put and discus;
• state the benefits of taking part in athletics.

What are the basic skills and techniques in shot put?

1. Grip and carriage
2. The stance
3. Turning put or the glide put
4. The release, delivery or throw
5. The recovery

What are the basic skills and techniques in discus?

1. Carriage or hold
2. The stance
3. The swing
4. The stand throw
5. The turn and throw
6. The delivery
7. The release or throw
8. The recovery or follow through

What are the safety precautions in shot put and discus?

1. The missile is dangerous and destructive if it is not used or handled with care.
2. The throwing area should be free from anything that could cause an accident.
3. No person should walk across the landing area until all throws have been made.
4. All throws must be in one direction.
5. The shot put and discus must be carried correctly.
6. After throwing, the missile must be returned by hand and not thrown back to the starting line.
7. The throwing sectors must be marked out so that people will stay clear of them.

What are the benefits of taking part in athletics?

1. It helps in mental development.
2. It improves fitness.
3. It teaches values such as discipline, responsibility, self-confidence, sacrifice and accountability.
4. It provides a life career.
5. It makes pupils love athletics.
6. It helps pupils to acquire skills.

Evaluation

1. Mention five basic skills and techniques in the discus event.
2. List five basic skills and techniques in the shot put event.
3. List five safety precautions in discus and shot put events.
4. Write out four benefits of athletics.

Assignment

1. Draw a standard 400 metre running track and field.