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Bartlett, Roger; Reilly, Thomas; Maclaren, D.; Harrison, Robert N.

doi:10.1080/02640418308729661

Journal of Sports Sciences

1983

DOI: 10.1080/02640418308729661

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Roger Bartlett¹,

Thomas Reilly²,

D. Maclaren³

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The biomechanics of javelin throwing: A review

Bartlett¹,

Best²

1988

Journal of Sports Sciences

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In this paper, the scientific literature and that on the sports sciences relevant to javelin throwing is critically reviewed. This is particularly timely because of the change in the specification of the javelin for the men's event, which was introduced by the IAAF in 1986. A full discussion of the aerodynamics of the javelin is presented with due consideration of the change in pitching moment characteristics that the rules change had brought about. The uses and limitations of current computer programs for simulating javelin flight, in order to estimate optimal release parameters, are profiled. Consideration is also given to the effects of wind velocity, air density, javelin weight and the flutter and spin of the javelin on its flight. The review further considers the optimization of release parameters, drawing upon computer simulations and field-based data. The effects of release speed, release height, release angle, release angle of attack and release pitch rate are assessed. The javelin throwing technique is discussed in relation to cinematographically derived data, including an evaluation of experimental procedures. The importance to successful performance of the grip, the run-up and transition phases, the cross over and delivery strides are each reviewed. Finally, some prognoses as to the direction of future research into this complex throwing skill are offered.

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The biomechanics of javelin throwing: A review

Bartlett¹,

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1988

Journal of Sports Sciences

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