Javelin Throw Training Equipment
Training Equipment Builds a Strong Foundation
Explosive javelin throwing requires strength and conditioning, and all training equipment isn’t made equally. Using the right javelin throw training equipment makes your training more effective while making your legs, hips, shoulders stronger.
Paired with traditional lifts and you begin to see why. Aside from traditional lifts, simple medicine balls or resistance bands serve a similar and safer purpose. Ensure you aren’t overworking or exhausting your body and muscles.
Speed and Rhythm with Training Equipment
It’s useful to try and start from the basics, especially after long breaks. Sprints, plyometrics, and footwork will all play a factor. During this training a Finn Flier comes in handy with lowered weight.
Additional speed or agility drills that improve your ability to be athletic are helpful as well. Pairing them with your traditional training is highly recommended.
- Agility ladders
- Cone drills
- Shuttle runs
Perfect Your Technique with Training Implements
Training equipment reinforces technique while minimizing risk. Great gear is designed to be used all year and in any weather. To get that full throw with a safer approach athletes should seek out training gear.
Jav balls and nocken balls deliver this effect enabling you to work your strength, timing and grip. The nocken ball is designed for the fork grip throwers and the jav ball is more universal.
The javee is a simple device that connects with carabiners to fencing or similar structures. Only the middle section, the grip, of the javelin is present here. You can get used to the feel of the grip, with slow-motion practice, as the javee is resistance based and not meant to be fully thrown.
Be Ready for the Full-Weight Javelin
Your training should prepare you to throw a full-weight javelin, whether that be a 600g or 800g javelin. Consistent use of these tools builds the strength, timing, and confidence needed to handle the competition javelin safely. When you’re ready, your throws will feel smoother, more powerful, and controlled, making the transition to full-weight javelins an exciting next step in your progress. When it comes to finally choosing a javelin, you can access our resource here.