Disc Golf Distance Competition Prep | Ep. 1

[@BlitzDG]

I don't think people realize how ridiculously hard you have to throw to put that launch angle on something and have it turn like that. It's insane.

[@MattRobertsonDG]

This was so fun to watch. I think I speak for everyone, yes we want to see more field sessions and some weight sessions

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

👍 thanks for the continued support Matt, and noted!

[@MattRobertsonDG]

@@NickKrush.DGandFit of course!

[@NickCarroll]

Best of luck to you in the distance comp! Looking forward to the collab with Blitz, too!

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

Thank you Nick!! The support is always appreciated

[@ltk5275]

Hell yeah Nick, you're going to do great!

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

thank you brother!

[@Flylife_style]

The Ether is by far my favorite driver for max distance - the Realm and the new Aura from Gateway are also incredible 🚀

[@jdhaas4231]

amazing!

[@stepwise-dg]

Nice PBs! I noticed it looks like you are still using DIP joint extension in your grip on the back fingers. How is that feeling now compared to DIP flexion from before you hurt your finger. Does one feel stronger or easier to manipulate the disc (like turning the key hard), or change in wobble? Surprisingly for me when I try DIP flexion I lose a few mph of speed. I haven't practiced it a lot, but form climbing my fingers are strong in both positions. But I feel like I get a firmer grip on the disc with DIP extension and as the force increase it feels like the grip locks in more (more DIP extension but it has no where left to go so it's just locked until friction finally slips). I thought maybe my body / mind wasn't trusting the DIP flexion enough and so was powering down, but I was able to produce what felt like my really high effort throws but still came up with less speed. I'm sure with practice I could get closer to my max speeds with DIP flexion and it seems good enough for many pros.

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

After a few weeks of the new grip joint angles, the grip strength caught up and has now surpassed my old grip, with the best part being that I'm not worsening the bone bruise on my middle finger from 360s anymore 👍 I haven't noticed a strong correlation in regard to wobble, but do think my nose angle benefited slightly from having more hand and wrist articulation freed up.

[@stepwise-dg]

@@NickKrush.DGandFit team DIP extension! let’s gooo

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

@@stepwise-dg 😎

[@Iliyena87]

Ofc we want it all! Film your breakfast as well ;P

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

Hahaha maybe one day I could do a diet video!

[@Winton-fam]

91!! 😮 crazy!

[@HuntingYe]

Awegolf here!!! You are a savage beast 🏆

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

Hey what's up Dan! Thanks for stopping by and checking it out

[@camhoffdg]

Ayo! Big rips

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

Thank you brotha! Lookin forward to throwing with you soon

[@dtatman7]

Thank you. I always wondered what would happen if a real athlete who understood biomechanics and how to train would dedicate themselves to throwing a disc.

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

And thank you for the support!

[@johnferrell3998]

Noice progression 👊

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

thank you!

[@IronGoober]

Yes! Holy moly that is fast. Have you quantified the potential error bars on your measurement with the differences in launch (toward or away from the camera)? I imagine just a couple of pixels or just a bit of being closer or further away from the camera could change it by a few percent.

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

Absolutely, there are many things that can go wrong, on these throws I had to check different reference lengths because I was skeptical about the numbers (everything agreed luckily). The relative distance of reference length distance to camera and disc distance to camera can have a big impact, which is why I prefer a further shooting distance with a higher resolution. There are a few other things that can help with minimizing error contributions but, I really want a radar gun so I don't have to spend all that time getting it accurate haha

[@IronGoober]

@@NickKrush.DGandFit FX Archery Chronograph is about $200. It will go down to 13mph (but you get a lot of spurious readings). It might work for you. I use if for slings, and it will pick up a tennis ball throw, so it should pick up a disc. It's the cheapest option I've found. Pocket Radar is probably better for you though. FX chronograph is best above 45 m/s (100mph). So maybe you just need to start throwing Starlite plastic! :)

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

​@@IronGoober oh nice. That sounds affordable, I suppose the risk is whether it works well for discs or not but maybe there are some testing results somewhere on that!

[@IronGoober]

@@NickKrush.DGandFit Let me go try it and I'll get back to you :)

[@IronGoober]

@@NickKrush.DGandFit I just tried it and it works with forehand and backhand disc throws. The only issue is that you get a lot of spurious readings from nearby radio signals, and you have to be directly in line and close to the radar when you release. This particular one seems to be less sensitive than a previous version that I had (The release could be further away), but it does work.

[@chrisrhome6638]

Are you keeping track of any stats for yourself?

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

Yes, just not too formally as I mostly just look back at these videos to log my progress 🙂

[@joshstorms1131]

So are you good at disc golf or do you just throw discs far

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

I haven't competed in a tourney yet, but usually shooting decent scores when I get to the course (950+ rated equivalent). Very much a work in progress though!

[@BenjaminEklof]

How tall are ya? An do you reckon it plays a big part in throwing far?🤔

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

6'2" without shoes, and my wingspan is also 6'2"

[@MarMar-wr3xo]

Maaaaaaassssssive rips!

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

🤙

[@OjaiBonsai]

Boys got hops! Ball golf long drivers go through a test like jumping and dead lifting and they can tell if you can drive far. Good luck bro

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

Thank you!!

[@nordicdiscgolferatrumble9430]

You're an inspiration, Nick. Are yr biggest rips hyzerflip?

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

That's awesome to hear :D And yes, usually slight hyzer release for my distance lines

[@j45002]

Do you think you would he able to compete in the pro distance comp? I think you'd have a good shot at winning

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

I’m planning on it :) flying up to WA in June to compete in a pro competition with BlitzDG

[@j45002]

@@NickKrush.DGandFit I hope the one in june is streamed. I'll definitely be watching that. Also if you're ever in western NC, I'd really like to get a formwork session. I'm on the fence about the online coaching because I think I learn better in person. Just a thought

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

@@j45002 me too! and noted, I'll reach out to you if I'm ever in that area. Im not sure how close that is to Rock Hill but since I'll likely compete at the USDGC that could be the best shot

[@henrybrosch4984]

Bro 90mph?!?! Keep up the content creation its dope!

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

Will do my man!

[@caseyhunt]

Do you think speed can be learned or do you just have to be born with it? Been stuck around 62mph and hoping to hit 75 one day.

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

It's a combination of nature and nurture, but the nature (genetics) component only defines the ceiling of what someone can reach, and even then, training can overcome lots of genetic shortcomings. I was throwing low 70's 8 months ago when I started playing again, so with proper training and form work, you can definitely pick up tons of speed.

[@caseyhunt]

@@NickKrush.DGandFit That's awesome. Thanks Man!

[@NickKrush.DGandFit]

@@caseyhunt you're welcome!

[@HaikesXO]

91 mph?! What in the world.

[@reedmecum8966]

360 run up is sketchy, feels like your going to face plant.