Phase 5 of 7 — Backhand (RHBH)
Pull Through
Goal: Fire your hips, then torso, then arm in sequence to pull the disc on a straight line across your chest. This sequenced unwinding is what generates power — each body part accelerates the next, like cracking a whip.
Beginner Tip
The disc should travel in a straight line from reachback to release. If it curves, you're 'rounding' — try reaching back further from the target line.
Key Actions
- Initiate the rotation by driving your hips open toward the target.
- Lead with your elbow, keeping it ahead of your hand, pulling the disc on a straight path across your chest.
- Keep the disc close to your body as it crosses your chest — a tight arc means more speed.
- Let your arm accelerate late, after your hips and torso have done their work.
Focus Points
- Your front leg brace should resist the rotation — if your front knee collapses, energy leaks out.
- The pull should feel smooth and accelerating, not like a sudden jerk.
- Think of pulling the disc straight through, not swinging it in a wide circle.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Whipping your head toward the target early — this opens your shoulders too soon and dumps power.
- Swinging the disc on a wide, arcing path away from your body instead of pulling it tight across your chest.
- Using only your arm to muscle the disc forward instead of letting your body rotation do the work.
Head & Gaze
As your chest opens toward the target, your head naturally returns to face forward. Let it happen — don't force it early or hold it back.
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