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Just Axe
Welcome to the Axe Throwing Podcast, where we, your experienced hosts—venue owners, craftsmen, seasoned competitors, and coaches—invite you to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of axe throwing.
Whether you're a seasoned veteran honing your technique or a curious newcomer eager to dive into this exciting sport, our podcast is your go-to resource.
Join us in every episode as we explore the intricacies of axe throwing, sharing indispensable insights, expert guidance, and engaging conversations. From managing and owning a venue to perfecting your skills in practice and competition, we cover it all. Plus, we delve into the art of coaching, helping you unlock your full potential in this exhilarating pastime.
Just Axe
Tournament Practice Pt 2
Join us as we share a few tips for aligning what you practice with what you will need and experience at tournaments.
Topics covered include (among others)
- In depth Outer-Bulls discussion
- Tournament Math
- Patterns
- Go Leory Jenkins and go outside? or....
- Playing it safe and throwing center bull 1st.
- Practicing to "miss" the outer bulls.
- Over Corrections
- Cause
- Effect
- Our solutions
- Practicing Analytically
- Delving into the science of your throw.
- "Giving respect to each throw" (paraphrasing Ryan Smit).
- Reinforcing positive muscle memory.
- Practicing for A & B brackets.
- The Mental Game
- Confidence - Shaken, not stirred.
- Negative "Self-Talk".
- Apologize to yourself!
- Timing strategies for tournaments
- When to "STOP" practicing.
- How long to practice (A vs. B bracket).
- When to "Change Up" your throw.
- Equipment
- When to change axes.
- Which axe to choose?
- BAAAAAD Dad Joke courtesy of Frank
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Liks to a few "axe-centials" for throwing:
Hockey Tape -
File -
Axes -
House axe
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