5 Tips to Help You Throw Over 300 Feet in Disc Golf!! | Beginner Disc Golf Tips

[@richardlee196]

21 minute video posted 4 minutes ago and already has 7 likes. We all know we are gonna like what Mr. KZbin man has in store for us without even watching all of it.

[@ethanmaurer3217]

I am doing GREAT! Thanks for asking!

[@matthewcordeiro8212]

Bonus points for the Futurama reference.

[@chriscowan6098]

This was great Robbie! I definitely still struggle with the faulty notion that I have to throw hard to throw far. That's just a habit I need to break. The other point you made about grip and release is something I'd like to understand better. Like, I've always assumed that I'm consciously releasing the disc at some point. Maybe I am, and maybe I'm not. How can I tell?

[@Trotquad]

I am sending this to my buddy Ethan right away. He just started playing this year and isn't throwing far. This is a prefect video and you said his name.

[@402DiscDyes]

This is perfect I’m definitely leaking power because of my lower half. I really hope you can go more in depth on this issue

[@JohnnyFairway]

So I'm better at the 1st three points than I was this spring, but 4 and 5 need work Thank you KZbin Guru Man

[@lesfritzemeier8900]

Yep! I resemble that. Probably both leaking power and trying to throw too hard. I will be playing a round today and will really try to dial it back and stay smooth. Thanks Mr. KZbin Man!

[@TheWunshot]

That was an amazing video. Thanks!

[@mofongo1221]

This. Video. Was. Everything.

[@Peg_Leg9n]

17:06 too hard vs fast is the thing I have the most trouble with I’m throwing over 300 but I know the thing that holds me back the most often is my brain is thinking strength and power instead of fast and flat and smooth

[@Peg_Leg9n]

One thing that has been helping me a little bit is to try and imagine that instead of throwing the disc I am whipping or popping something with a large towel 🤷‍♂️👍

[@xcfjdyrkdtulkgfilhu]

I think that's part of my problem too. Overthinking the power also steals attention from getting enough spin on the release.

[@Dysfxnl]

This is me... will let you know how implementing this goes Saturday when i play. Smooth and Fast!

[@lancebennett8721]

Hey Robbie! Great video. I'm really enjoying your tutorials and I am wondering if you'd make a video or put into a video the steps our bodies go through after reaching full reach-back. As in, for example, ....as you reach full reach-back you should be looking at roughly 45degrees, tighten your abs, push with your back leg, rotate your hips, pull your arm through...etc. Maybe even add a slow motion video so we could watch it happen. I've been stuck at right around 300, give or take, but have launched a couple about 350. When I get the longer distance, I'm amazed and try to figure out what was different in my mechanics. But, since I don't video myself, it is a guessing game. Thanks for your time and all your help!!

[@CEC_DG]

ROBBIE!!! THANK YOU!! I've been playing for around 3 years. For some reason, on BH, my brain keeps making my toe point to the basket on my last step, no matter how much I've tried to change it. The side shuffle at 4:27 went through my head this morning and I finally felt my body do what it is supposed to do. I think you mentioned that you got this from Tyee Rilatos. Thank you to you both!!!

[@NeilRobinsonv]

I really liked the noise up video. It spoke to me, at least. Point 5 is something I recognise in myself. I'll go and do some field practice and, just before I finish, realised that I've been tense not loose. More on that one please.

[@JohnRider]

Thanks Robbie, pinch pressure has been tricky for me. 😂😂

[@JasonBoothman]

I'm pretty much capped at 300. Need to try some of these things you're talking about.

[@ducksharkings]

My furthest and most accurate drives come from me being fluid with my throws. The times I try to put extra mustard on it and power it over 100% effort, I either grip lock or nose up or just do not throw as far. Thus, I am trying my best to be fluid and "smooth + quick + power". As always, great content Robbie.

[@Act1onJonny]

Have you tried Relish?

[@garnerthecube]

I recommend ketchup

[@spoons52908]

Robbie with yet again another banger of explaining mechanics! Thank you for the dedication of teaching proper form and technique

[@benoitsouligny863]

Great video would love too see individual videos about each point!! Having problems not relising the disc can’t wait toi try out the pinch drill

[@chadzilla4117]

Love your content so much. Can't wait to try the pinch drill. OTDG is awesome as well.

[@rjmc64]

Great video, thanks for the great tips with explanations. I probably need to work on all of these, and the one I am pretty sure I need to work on the most is the one that already has a video. (I am the guy who walks out into the field and my discs are all close together and my Aviar is farther than my Destroyer). Not including the one that is already done; I would say I would like the following order: disc selection, speed vs. power, then grip pressure, getting power from legs. Thanks again Robbie C, you rock!

[@mikehumphries6076]

This was great. Thanks. I struggle with pretty each item on the list. Keep it coming.

[@daveh7828]

I needed this!

[@colinarnold168]

No clue how I end up being right in line with your releases. I come to a realization about a problem I need to focus on, and your video drops. Didn’t realize you WERE a wizard instead of just putting with them. You’re the best bro 💪

[@dootthewriter]

A. I appreciate the content. B. You mentioned standstill distance. Would you mind doing a video at some point on how to gain standstill distance? Thank you in advance! Keep up the excellent work.

[@LP-wv9pr]

I’ve been trying to throw 250 long enough to know it probably won’t happen till next season and watching form videos long enough to know I’ve probably already heard everything in here, but am I gonna watch all 21 minutes anyway? Yes.

[@troykirtley6854]

Are you me?? Lol

[@LP-wv9pr]

@@troykirtley6854yes now finish unloading the dishwasher

[@ethanhopfer1578]

I'm doing great today, thanks for asking!

[@mrafitzy17]

I feel accuracy is important and definitely takes a while to learn...😅 it's a combination of everything. I struggle with consistent releases with proper form. Tree seeking missiles 🎉

[@patissanchez]

Perfectly timed viddeo for me ❤

[@skipchmidling2845]

Robbie, thanks for this video, I have been playing for 4 years and still have not hit the 300 yard mark. I will work on all 5 points you were talking about. Can’t wait for more in depth videos on these tips.

[@Needled88]

Not working enough, im 36years old, when i started 4 years ago, i threw about 250ft, after 3months already broke 400ft. But there are hours and hours inside of hard work.

[@skipchmidling2845]

@ well I started playing at the age of 60 and my biggest problem is trying to get my 6’10” body moving in the correct position (legs,hips,arms and wrist).

[@EtherealProject3D]

This is really great stuff to think about and work on. I like how you low key smash a putter 200 feet with 2 fingers while I'm over here having anything over 200 feet be an absolute bomb. From what my Tech Disc is telling me, my biggest struggle is nose angle. I can pretty consistently throw 45 mph at around 800 to 900 RPM but getting negative nose angle feels like an impossible task. The pour the coffee trick does nothing and almost makes it worse.

[@aglassblowerscompanion]

The trail is my new favorite driver.

[@martproduction]

I'm still new at disc golf as I started this summer. Bought different disc up to speed 9 until I found that all those at speed 9 were not doing what they were supposed to do. I then realized that I wasn't throwing powerfully enough for disc above 7 speed. I'm now working on my throw from standing still to isolate any mistake that a moving throw would be doing.

[@mikekeidan3971]

I am currently maxing my 10 speed at 300. It’s like you knew I was itching for this specific video. My most stable 10 speed is a Finnish line era, then, working down to most understable in my current bag, 2 berserkers by Viking, and then a dga sail. The next question is how far should I be throwing 10’s reliably before adding more speed to the bag?

[@BATAngTABA]

Fixing problem number 4 helped me hit over 300ft with a mid for the first time ever (Detour). Was really hard to learn since I still play ultimate

[@DeathMetalDadReacts]

I just started playing this year. I was hard stuck at 250' for most of the year. I just improved my form a little and pushed my drives out to about 300' and on my last round I crushed a downhill drive to almost 375'.

[@danielsalay3681]

I've been playing for almost 4 years and have almost never thrown over 300'. Today is the first time I have heard about the pinch drill and the "slow, slow, fast" throw. I have heard of snap before but no one told me to loosen my grip to get it, I was just lead to believe I wasn't throwing hard enough. I did choose the word hard there on purpose. I have never been the most coordinated person and overthink a lot. I struggle with getting my form down and getting all the body mechanics working together and as a result I often end up powering my throw very much from my arm and will end up with a sore elbow by the end of the round. I think that the Smooth+Fast=Power idea might help me there but I will need to wait for better weather to try it.

[@Scrotaltube]

One day I'll hear Robbie say "How you doing today Scrotaltube?"

[@billcoulter1984]

Yes yes yes. I think I do them all lol. I’ve thrown over 300 a few times but mostly I’ll 250-275.

[@mikethomas5451]

Great video of stuff I know but can’t get my body to do, all at the same time or for more than 1/2 a round at a time.

[@bscrambowlz5832]

Hey Robbie my struggle I think with getting past 300 feet is I throw like an ultimate player. Numerous people have commented on this to me. Could you make a video describing the difference between the two and what I can do? P.S. I have never played ultimate and I don't know what they mean

[@Jovi_97]

My struggle with throwing far is often tied to so many things my body needs to be doing "right". I guess it will come as I learn each thing over time.

[@somedude693]

7:26 Preach! I don't bag anything over an 8 speed RN. I just don't have the strength or experience to properly throw anything over a nine properly. Nothing more depressing then throwing your whole bag during field practice and walking up to find out your Buzzz when 60ft further than your Destroyer.

[@davek7675]

the hat brings out the blue in your eys.

[@tyeerilatosdiscgolf]

Haha didn’t even know I was on the Robbie C radar! Appreciate the shoutout brotha! Let’s collab sometime!

[@RobbieCDiscgolf]

@@tyeerilatosdiscgolf smoothest putt out there! Wish I had your spin putt range!!

[@Cad1900]

I’m 69 and throw 275-300 rhbh. I’ve been trying to throw more nose down using your videos. When I do get the nose down I’m hitting 325 pretty easily. Problem is my whole swing is jacked now and I’m throwing more nose up than ever. I plan to video myself and see what the heck is wrong. Is this a common struggle when changing to nose down?

[@lesfritzemeier8900]

Common for me and I’m almost exactly the same age and capability as you - I could have written your comment!

[@HyzerflipDAD]

I am at a spot where I can touch 400 pretty consistently if I have room, but I’m struggling throwing over 400 consistently and hitting 400 on a golf line. I need that video.

[@chrismoore-u4l]

So I have been playing for six months. I am stuck at 300 feet. Yes all of my discs fly in a tight group with about 25 feet separation from putter to mid and then another 25 feet from mid to fairway driver. I have no idea what is going on. Not sure what video to ask for but I will watch them all. I would prefer advice on how to find effective online, affordable, training. I don’t want to be taken advantage of. Can you help me find a trainer? Um Please! Lol

[@Cad1900]

Nose up causes this

[@ramimahka4636]

I love your videos, Robbie. However, how about doing in these tutorial sort of videos just a brief overiview (without demonstration) of the main points and then expanding on each of them? Because frankly, I get lost pretty fast if I don't know what is the disposition of a given topic. Best, Rami

[@jamesfarabaugh6669]

I'd say slow/smooth and grip strength/ripping out would be tops. #6, if I may... uncoiling upper body too fast, collapsing pocket, opening chest and bringing head around before getting the disc into the pocket. When I think about your drill of looking back and throwing behind you and I stay looking about 3/4 back that's when I get my best throws.

[@Zaoen7]

Are there tips to help forehand only players get more consistent distance?

[@seton2697]

How important is a run up in getting over 300 consistently? I have only used standstill since I started as I’m not that coordinated and can get 250-300 but only get over that every once in a while.

[@NickCarroll]

With those standstill numbers, a good run up or walk up can help you get over 300'. That said it's possible to get more than 300' with a standstill, if you just work on your swing. But it's a good idea to work on both, but I'd prioritize getting the swing down, then introducing a one-step, 3-step, and a full walk up.

[@demattio87]

Does the explosiveness for speed come from the hips? I am struggling with the explosive part. I try to fix the other parts but one change always changes the next piece. Can you be explosive from standstill?

[@Tony22715]

Yes, you can be very exlosive from a standstill. Set your feet up as shown at 3:43, get a full reach-back, think about reaching out (and back) instead of reaching behind (to prevent rounding), then try to be smooth, fast, powerful as explained at the 20:00 minute mark. The standstill drive can be very helpful because you can focus on technique without thinking of the run-up.

[@nyqpi33]

Nose angle is my big issue. I do hqve a small swoop but my nose angle has always been the hardest to over come. I have small hands as i am basicaly the same size as bodanza but older and not near as fit.

[@NickCarroll]

Working on your swing can help this a bit.

[@Ishiisan]

When I was competing in Tennis, I met a coach that told me you can’t have power and speed at the same time. The reasoning was when you try to use power, you end up using major/large muscle groups and restricts your joint and flexible smaller muscle groups. When I started DiscGolf, I was trying to muscle everything. Then I remembered that comment. Now, my goal is to have loose arm but stronger core to create that quicker whip

[@blainehock754]

The best part of late acceleration isn't even just the distance. It's the fact that it will create an effortless followthrough, which in turn will help resist injury.

[@nathanmanley]

Anyone have a link to the Overthrow video that goes over the drill in point 4 in more detail? One finger, two finger, etc. I can't seem to find anything from them that talks about it.

[@timlieder9324]

Hey Mr. KZbin man. I started playing tournaments this year and really appreciated your video on what to expect when you start competing. My rating's up high enough now that I'm getting bumped up to MA3. Any general advice for what to expect at the next up tier level?

[@seawolfxix]

I may be leaking power from my legs, but how would I confirm?

[@davismorehead2494]

So with 45 mph arm speed and 750 spin, should I be able to get over 300. I seem to be stuck at 270 range

[@NickCarroll]

You're really hitting what's possible at the speed and spin, and that's a good thing. You can start working on throwing faster (not necessarily harder) and your spin will increase with the speed. 🙂

[@davismorehead2494]

@ now just have figure out how to throw faster. Worried that at 58 years old that may be all I have

[@NickCarroll]

@@davismorehead2494 I'm 53 and have been a desk jockey for nearly 30 years, so I've had that struggle too. I throw in the low 50s at most on the course and 800 or so spin. Main thing is to work on form since we can't swap out our bodies turn back the clock. 😁

[@kirkNJ]

how do you know what your arm speed and rpms are?

[@davismorehead2494]

@ tech disc

[@davea5884]

I just want to take a second to say even if you throw over 300 every single time. This information is still important. I throw 350 without much effort. I hit 400 every once in a while. I'm trying to hit 400 consistently and only 10 minutes into the video I can't wait to try some of this on the course.

[@jabames2140]

I lost confidence in my X Step because I just could not get consistent results. I switched to stand stills only, and my game improved tremendously. I want the power of the X Step, but I lose all accuracy...

[@tpparker5262]

Yes! First!🎉

[@ekjuan123]

Wowwwwww🔥🔥🔥

[@HyzerflipDAD]

….. if I’m hitting 430 ft on a really good throw for me, and not getting an audible snap like I do when I throw a fan grip is it because I’m squeezing the disc too hard, or not sending my hand fast enough? Oh I wish I started playing before I had children and responsibilities so I could afford coaching 🤦‍♂️

[@xbox_traitor_1970]

👏👏👏

[@JustBBlunt]

I need to start pinching the disc like it was sibling.

[@undyau]

I was just out killing time with some field work and after about 20 minutes thought that I would work through the grip/pinch exercise. As soon as I threw with the single finger pinch I was throwing 10m+ further... I suspect this indicates that my regular grip sucks.

[@jeffmlivingston]

What do i do if my natural stance is pigeon toed? Lol

[@NoPointTo]

Comment❤

[@1113jackson]

Just gotta say "slow is smooth, smooth is fast" predates disc golf. Is been in the firearms community for a very long time.

[@jimmyleckrone840]

I had like number 420 😂

[@RichardLawhorn-ms2cb]

I struggle to throw 200 ft. 😢

[@triplespace007]

Me watching: Probably won't learn much seeing how I only do standstill. Reason 1: 📝

[@footfaultdiscgolf]

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