Kinematics analysis of hammer throw techniques and its correlation with the throwing results of teenage athletes

Background and purpose This study aims to explore the relationship between kinematic variables in basic throwing techniques and hammer throwing results, with a focus on differences based on gender, Body Mass Index (BMI), and athlete achievement level (High Performer and Low Performer), as well as correlations between variables. kinematics with throwing results. Materials and methods This research used a comparative and correlational design with a sample of 12 provincial level athletes (7 women and 5 men, with an average age of 20 ± 1.02 years). All selected athletes had no injuries and had undergone training for a duration of more than three months. Kinematic analysis was applied to each athlete's best throw to ensure the data obtained represented their maximum potential. Results Statistical analysis showed that there were significant differences in throwing results based on age, but no significant differences were found based on height, weight, or Body Mass Index. The most striking finding from this study was that there were significant differences in throwing results based on the athlete's gender and achievement level. This suggests that kinematic factors in hammer throwing technique may play a comparative role depending on the athlete's physical characteristics and skill level. Correlation analysis revealed a relationship between certain kinematic variables and throwing distance, providing new insights for the training and development of hammer throwing athletes. Conclusions The results of this study highlight the importance of individual adjustments in athletic training programs, suggesting that coaches should consider these kinematic variables when designing training programs tailored to each athlete's specific needs. A sports science-based approach can help improve training strategies and athlete performance in hammer throwing competitions.