This field event requires competitors to throw a heavy metal ball called a shot as far as possible.

Stage one

• Hold the shot at the bottom and place the thumb and little finger each side of the shot.
• Place the shot under the chin and touching the neck.
• Keep the throwing arm elbow high and the arm parallel to the floor.
• Stand on the balls of your feet with your knees bent and non-throwing shoulder pointing towards the throwing area.

Stage two

• Lean backwards and place your weight on the back foot.
• Transfer the weight from the back leg to the front leg.
• Explode upwards, bring the hips around and forwards to face throwing area.
• Extend the throwing arm up quickly and powerfully.
• Finish with chest and head up.