How to Throw a Frisbee

It can be challenging to make a Frisbee glide if you don't know how. This article will teach you to throw a Frisbee using a basic backhand technique.

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Learning the Throwing Motion

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Your thumb should be on top of the Frisbee, your index finger should be against the edge and your remaining fingers should touch the underside.^{[1]XResearch source}
Your right foot should be in front if you are right-handed, and your left foot should be in front if you are left-handed.^{[2]XResearch source}
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Your elbow should be pointing up and outward.^{[3]XResearch source}
Usually, you are throwing your Frisbee to another person, so you will want to aim your Frisbee so that your partner can catch it easily.
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Move your arm forward quickly. Straighten your arm and, as your arm is almost fully extended, flick your wrist and release the Frisbee out towards the target.^{[4]XResearch source}
- Your wrist should snap with a spring-like motion.
- Release the Frisbee at different heights for different effects during the throw. For the most stability, try releasing it just above your belly button.
Too much power or too little will cause the Frisbee to hit the ground, wobble or fly wildly.^{[5]XResearch source}

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Fine Tuning Your Throw

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Practice your throwing technique. Practice will perfect your own technique and give you a feel for how the Frisbee interacts with air currents.^{[6]XResearch source}
- Try throwing the Frisbee between two cones with a friend
- Try throwing the Frisbee at a target. For example, you could throw the Frisbee into a box or toward a tree.
During your throwing action, shift your weight from your back foot to your front foot while twisting your hips. For more stability, step outwards with your dominant foot.^{[7]XResearch source}
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Get the details right. Remember these details while fine-tuning your throw.^{[8]XResearch source}
- Concentrate on your wrist snap. This action will add spin to your throw, which will make it more accurate and will keep the Frisbee from wobbling
- Bend your elbow during your toss. The elbow bend will also improve your accuracy while increasing the power of your throw.
- Keep the disc level as you throw. Imagine that the Frisbee is a dish of ice cream and that you are trying not to spill your dessert.

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Should I point my elbow towards my target?
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Yes, always point your elbow towards the target, it's one of the key fundamentals of how to throw a Frisbee, all the pros do it.
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You should make hands into a c-shape, sort of like how you would eat a hamburger.
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If I'm a lefty how do I throw a backhand/forehand?
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The same way a righty would throw it. Just be sure to angle your body with respect to the direction you are throwing towards.
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Focusing on adding spin to your throw can add some good distance. If you find you're not making it to your target, try releasing it later. if you're over the target, release slightly quicker. Move In a fluid motion and distance comes with practice too.
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Dogs love to catch Frisbees. If you have a canine pal, get a spare dog Frisbee that is softer and lighter to share some fun times together. That way, you can avoid having tooth marks in your better quality Frisbee.
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Choose a high-quality Frisbee. A good Frisbee contains durable materials, and you can feel its weight and thickness in your hand. A low-quality Frisbee will not last for a long time and may crack easily.
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If you're throwing a frisbee at the park with your dog, be sure to throw it up at a high angle so it doesn't hit them as they try to catch it.
For a more powerful throw, try putting all four fingers on the rim of the frisbee, and rest your thumb on the top facing forwards.
Try out different kinds and brands of frisbees if you're unhappy with the one you have.

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Be careful when you are throwing your Frisbee in a neighborhood. Frisbees easily fly onto roofs, and they can also damage windows.
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