Functional Biomechanical Analysis of Javelin Throw Technique in Junior Athletes

Abstract

Background: Javelin throw performance is strongly influenced by the coordination of the kinetic chain and by key biomechanical parameters related to technique execution. Understanding the functional biomechanical characteristics of javelin throw technique in junior athletes is essential for optimizing performance. Methods: This study investigated the biomechanical characteristics of javelin throw technique in junior athletes using an applied motion analysis approach. Kinematic, spatiotemporal, and performance-related variables were assessed during throwing trials at two evaluation time points, before and after a structured biomechanics-informed training period, using motion analysis tools and wearable measurement systems as instruments. Results: Significant pre–post changes were observed in technique-related variables (release angle and coordination indices) and in performance outcomes (throwing distance and ball throw speed). Conclusions: These findings highlight the functional relationships between biomechanical technique variables and javelin throw outcomes in junior athletes and suggest that field-based biomechanical monitoring can be useful for tracking technique-related changes during structured training in junior throwers.