Javelin Equipment Every Thrower Needs

Download The Jacked Javelin App! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/jacked-... Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Download our free Javelin course!: https://www.jackedjavelin.com/free-ja... Purchase one of our Training Programs!: https://www.jackedjavelin.com/trainin... Jacked Javelin Plyo Balls: https://www.jackedjavelin.com/plyo-balls Subscribe To My Podcast! @TheGapPod IG: jacked.javelin 0:00 Intro 0:59 How To choose a javelin 3:26 Jacked Javelin Plyo Balls 4:59 Javelin Spikes 6:45 medicine balls 8:09 Resistance bands Unfortunately I misspoke about using 5/8ths Inch spikes, it should be 3/8ths inch spikes. I apologize for any confusion! Having the right equipment can make all the difference in your javelin training and competition. In this video, we break down the most important pieces of javelin gear every thrower should have—from training tools to competition essentials—so you can throw further, train smarter, and stay healthy throughout the season. Of course, you can’t train or compete without javelins themselves. Whether you’re a beginner learning technique or an advanced thrower competing at high levels, having the right javelin for your skill, strength, and level of competition is essential. We’ll cover what to look for in training vs competition javelins so you’re always prepared. Next up are Jacked Javelin Plyo Balls, which are one of the most effective tools for year-round training. Unlike standard weighted balls, these are built specifically for javelin throwers—designed to handle being thrown against walls and on all surfaces. Plyo balls build arm speed, strengthen the kinetic chain, and let you train safely indoors or outdoors without always having access to a runway. Finally, don’t overlook javelin spikes. Having proper footwear designed for javelin makes a huge difference in stability, traction, and speed on the runway. Javelin spikes give you the grip to plant hard on your block leg and transfer momentum into the spear without slipping. They’re an essential investment for any serious thrower. Another versatile piece of equipment is the medicine ball. Med balls help train explosive hip drive, rotational strength, and full-body coordination. From overhead back throws to rotational throws, med ball training builds the athleticism and power that transfers directly into your javelin technique. Resistance bands. Bands are one of the best ways to build shoulder stability, arm health, and mobility. For throwers, they’re a must-have for warm-ups, recovery, and arm care. Using bands consistently keeps your rotator cuff strong and helps prevent injuries from the high stress of javelin throwing. At Jacked Javelin, we believe the right combination of tools—resistance bands for arm health, javelins for skill, plyo balls for velocity, med balls for power, and spikes for competition—sets athletes up for success. This video will walk you through exactly how to use each piece of equipment to get the most out of your training and add distance to your throws.