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Poland to host IAAF World Juniors 2016?

on: December 29, 2015In: Discus, Events, Featured, Hammer Throw, javelin, Shot Put

The IAAF have recently released a list of federations interested in hosting the 2016 IAAF World U20 Championships. Federations were formally invited to submit completed bid applications by 2... Read more

Merry Christmas!

on: December 24, 2015In: Discus, Events, Featured, Hammer Throw, javelin, Shot Put, Uncategorized

From the team at Throwers Unite we wish you a very Merry Christmas! Make sure to check out the store. 25% OFF everything! But only while the festive season lasts… Click the link below... Read more

Javelin Specific Conditioning Didier Poppe

on: December 17, 2015In: Featured, javelin, Training Programs

Conditioning for the Javelin throw is unique and is difficult to implement for coaches. Javelin requires a combination of Speed, flexibility and strength and an attention to detail for techn... Read more

6 Essentials For Throwing Meets

on: December 12, 2015In: Discus, Featured, Hammer Throw, javelin, Shot Put

What are some essentials to take to throwing meets? This is a common question asked by many throwers around the world and Throwers Unite will tell you what we think are the essentials for me... Read more

Rio Olympic Standards changed

on: December 10, 2015In: Discus, Featured, Hammer Throw, javelin, Shot Put

The IAAF have recently released the Rio 2016 Olympic Standards. The updated throwing standards can be seen below: The left column is the female standard and on the right is the mens. The dis... Read more

Interview: Coach Lucais Mackay

on: December 08, 2015In: Discus, Featured, Hammer Throw, Interviews, javelin, Shot Put

Lucais Mackay Coach Lucais Mackay was a former NCAA hammer champion and now heads the throws program at Oklahoma State University. We asked him a few questions about his journey and the Amer... Read more