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Overarm Throw

Aim: To practise a forward two-handed overarm throw with a medicine ball for distance. 

In this activity, participants start with their legs parallel and hold the medicine ball with both hands behind the head. They throw the medicine ball over the head as far as possible into the throwing area. 

Participants should remember to keep their trunk muscles tense the whole time and use the explosive power of their legs. 

Levels
Level 3 (12-14s)
Fundamental skills
Balance
Body awareness
Coordination
Activity group
Throw
Athletics skills
Linear throws
Kids Athletics values
Determination