how to play shotput
1. Holding the shot put. 1  The shot is held at the base of the fingers, not the palm. 2  The fingers are slightly spread apart with the thumb for support. 3  The hand will be bent back in the cocked position when holding the shot. 4  It looks like you are carrying a pizza.. Delivery of the shot. 1  Eyes to the ceiling. 2  Punch the shot away from the neck. 3  Keep the elbow high at all times. 4  Finish the punch with a flip of the wrist. 5  The left side of the body will be stopped and locked to help form the block. 6  The left arm will be tucked close to the side of the body.