Comprehensive Sports Guide: Rules, Conditioning & Equipment

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Track and Field

Javelin Throw Foul Rules

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Margaret Merlie

To throw the javelin as far as possible, many athletes complete a run-up phase before withdrawing the javelin behind their body to complete crossovers. The final step to the javelin throw is to plant your foot opposite your throwing arm.