Ariana Ince, 35, is an engineer, 2021 Olympic javelin thrower and bronze ... building strength better than either motion alone. Move back and throw harder and faster to progress, Ince says.

The javelin throw is one of the most popular and iconic field events in athletics and requires athletes to make full use of body to propel the javelin the furthest. The sport evolved from the ...

In May 1983, Tom Petranoff of the U.S. set a world record for javelin throw: 99.72m. But he assured fans that the javelin could be thrown even farther. Sure enough, in June 1984, Germany’s Uwe ...

But it wasn't an immediate, natural fit. Javelin throwing is a highly technical sport that requires precise form, shoulder mobility and synchronization of the body. It's a quick motion, starting with ...

A heavier javelin possesses greater inertia, resisting unwanted wobbling during the athlete's run-up and throw. This allows for more controlled and powerful throws, maximizing the potential ...