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Practice 3.4 - Crossovers

Aim: To develop the transition (crossover) technique

Description:

A small ball, towel, jav ball, or javelin can be used for this drill
Concentrate on the lower body carrying the upper body forward
The main effort should come from the hips and thighs, not the ankles and feet
Repeat 3-5 reps on each lead foot per set

Coaching points:

Make sure the athletes centre of gravity moves in a path level to the ground

More Javelin Practices

Practice set 1

1.1 - Overhead Throw, feet side by side
1.2 - Overhead Throw, right leg forward
1.3 - Overhead Throw, left leg forward

Practice set 2

2.1 - Overhead Twist to the right
2.2 - Overhead Twist to the left
2.3 - Side Facing Overhead Throw

Practice set 3

3.1 - 2 Step Medicine Ball Throw
3.2 - 3 Step Throw
3.3 - 5 Step Throw
3.4 - Crossovers

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