Indoor Shot Put

Indoor Shot Put: Training and Competing

With colder weather and closed outdoor facilities throwers don't just stop. They move indoors where the rules change but the power stays the same. Shots and other gear built for safety and performance are the priority. Read along to have the information necessary to compete all year round.

What Makes an Indoor Shot Put Different?

The versatility of indoor shot put gear is in its build materials and construction. Where a traditional shot may be made of painted or unpainted metal. Indoor shots are often made with a hard or soft shell exterior, dependent on the build material. These shells minimize damage to gym floors and surfaces. 

Indoor shots are still available in all the competition weights. Keeping that same competition standard throughout your training process. Available in weights starting at 1kg and up through 8kg. ATE training shots are color coded. Making weight identification for coaches with larger teams easier. 

Benefits of Training Indoors

The controlled environment of indoor shot put makes for an ideal training situation. Surface conditions in a gym are guaranteed (within reason), and can be relied upon for more fine-tune practice. The lack of weather or external factors adds to this. 

Beginners of the shot put thrive as the materials and gear, while weighing the same, are softer and safer than typical steel or iron shots. Shorter distances and errant throws don't have the same adverse effects as outdoors. Still, safety is of the utmost importance here. 

Choosing the Right Indoor Shot Put

Dominator makes excellent hard-shell indoor shots. Being world athletic certified doesn't hurt either. The grippy feel of the shot coupled with holding chalk well, goes the extra distance in replicating that outdoor shot put feel. 

Soft-shell shots are great for beginners needing a little extra safety. These shots tend to be color coded for quick identification. ATE and Polanik both make great training indoor shots. 

Keep Your Throws Going Strong

With the right indoor shot put off-season training can feel like a breeze. When the time comes and the snow has melted, you'll be back in the game throwing outdoor shots.