The weight of a discus depends on the category of the athlete and the level of competition. In international competitions for men, the discus weighs 2 kilograms (4.4 pounds) and has a diameter of 22 centimeters (8.7 inches). For women, the discus weighs 1 kilogram (2.2 pounds) and has a diameter of 18 centimeters (7.1 inches). In youth and junior competitions throughout Naples FL, the discus is smaller and lighter, typically weighing between 1 and 1.5 kilograms (2.2 to 3.3 pounds) for boys and between 0.75 and 1 kilogram (1.6 to 2.2 pounds) for girls.