Phase 1 of 7 — Backhand (RHBH)
Setup
Goal: Establish a balanced, athletic stance with a secure grip and a clear mental picture of your target line. Good setup habits make every other phase easier.
Beginner Tip
Take a breath and pick a specific target before you move. Vague aim produces vague throws.
Key Actions
- Grip the disc with your four fingers curled under the rim and your thumb pressed firmly on the flight plate.
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, in an athletic ready position.
- Hold the disc at chest height, angled on the line you intend to throw.
- Pick your target and visualize the full flight path before you start moving.
Focus Points
- Your shoulders should be relaxed and dropped, not shrugged up toward your ears.
- Your grip should feel secure but not death-grip tight — some looseness helps with the snap at release.
- The disc angle in your hand should match the angle you want at release.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Staring at the disc in your hand instead of looking at your target.
- Standing stiff and upright with locked knees — stay athletic and loose.
- Gripping so hard your forearm is already tense before the throw starts.
Head & Gaze
Look at your target and pick a specific spot — a tree, a gap, a section of the fairway. Start with your head upright and relaxed.
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