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Q & A - Youri's Technique

John Dwyer asked could a 35# Wt. be "Thrown Like Youri?"

Courtesy of Coach Paddy McGrath

See Lance Deal, Sergei Litvinov, and Youri compete in the 35# Wt.  toss in England.

Courtesy of Coach Paddy McGrath

See Lance Deal, Sergei Litvinov, and Youri compete in the 35# Wt.  toss in England.

Youri's Plate Exercises

Q & A - Youri Sedykh's Technique and Training were very different for its time. His training was unlike the "to throw farther, get stronger" mantra from other hammer throwers. 

Youri combined special strength  exercises with his throwing sessions.  

Youri said, "Be patient going into the entry."

How long should I wait before I enter the first turn with the hammer?

How long should I wait before I enter the first turn with the hammer?

Youri said, "No Footwork" and "It's as Easy as Walking."

How I do practice my turns without a hammer?

How I do practice my turns without a hammer?

Youri said, "Entry felt easy turning to the my first catch."

How hard should I be on my right heel as I enter the throw?

How hard should I be on my left heel as I enter the throw?

Youri said, "I didn't drive my knee down, it just happened."

When do I drive my right knee down to get it as low as Youri's?

When do I drive my left knee down to get it as low as Youri's?

Youri said, "Don't move your lower body during first turn."

How do I get the Hammer Ball to rise during my turns?

How do I get the Hammer Ball to rise during my turns?

Youri said, "Throwing the hammer is like dancing a waltz."

What are cues I can use to time my entry?

What are cues I can use to time my entry?

Youri said, "The important part of your body is your Hands."

Follow-up to better explain dipping your right shoulder.

Follow-up to better explain dipping your left shoulder.

Youri said, "Keep your eyes on the Ball like thru a Camera."

Taking another approach to Dipping the Right Shoulder

Taking another approach to Dipping the Left Shoulder

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