Comments on: The Deficiencies of Indoor Track and Field

By: Throwing Hammer Indoors « G. Martin Bingisser

Throwing Hammer Indoors « G. Martin Bingisser — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 21:29:04 +0000

[...] challenges, but as I keep repeating on this site, it is important to throw the hammer year-round. The weight throw might look like the hammer throw, but nothing can replace the real thing. Throwing outside is the best option since you can get more feedback from your results, and I [...]

By: Throwing in the Snow « G. Martin Bingisser

Throwing in the Snow « G. Martin Bingisser — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:42:23 +0000

[...] of the year. Many people go inside to throw the weight at the first sign of snow. But it is important to throw the hammer in the winter. It isn’t that hard [...]

By: Ask Martin Vol. 8: Last Minute Preparations « G. Martin Bingisser

Ask Martin Vol. 8: Last Minute Preparations « G. Martin Bingisser — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 11:34:09 +0000

[...] I always get surprised every December when I see results pop up so soon. The season seems so far away that it acts as a wake up call. But despite the alarm, you must keep your focus on the long term. The hammer throw is an event for the patient. While there are some shortcuts to success, they normally hinder you in the long run. A steady focus on technique will always provide the most benefit over time. When you think about it, what you throw on January 4th doesn’t even matter. If you are concerned about success during the indoor season, you should be focusing on February and March. You’ll have plenty of time to prove yourself during the season. And what you should really be focusing on is the outdoor season, which won’t wrap up for more …. [...]

By: Ask Martin Vol. 12: Is the NCAA System Good for Hammer Development? « G. Martin Bingisser

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 18:15:45 +0000

[...] The weight throw sucks. There is no need to go into this topic again. [...]

By: Brian Williams

Brian Williams — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 14:46:35 +0000

Great article. Lots of really good advice. I have a slightly different take. I never liked the hammer, but loved the weight. For my temperment grip and rip worked just fine!