Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago
Most disc golfers have heard the advice: “Practice standstills.”
And in many cases, that’s good advice.
But the truth is a little more nuanced than that.
In this video, I break down when standstill practice actually helps your backhand — and when it doesn’t. Not every player benefits from the same type of standstill work, and depending on your goals, the way you practice from a standstill should change.
We’ll cover:
• Why standstill practice is commonly recommended
• Situations where standstills can actually slow development
• Different types of standstill throws depending on what you’re trying to improve
• Why we teach standstills the way we do at Overthrow
Standstills can be a powerful training tool, but like anything in skill development, they need to be used intentionally.
If you’ve ever wondered whether you should be practicing standstills, or how to actually use them to improve your backhand, this video should give you some clarity.
Learn more about coaching and training resources:
https://www.overthrowdiscgolf.academy
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:20 We Luv U Blitz ♥️
0:35 2 Styles of Standstills
2:06 Which Style I Teach
4:02 So Should You Begin with Standstills?
5:10 Why Do You Throw Faster From a Standstill?
6:05 Why Even Do a Walk-up?
7:06 Join The Academy!
Most disc golfers have heard the advice: “Practice standstills.”
And in many cases, that’s good advice.
But the truth is a little more nuanced than that.
In this video, I break down when standstill practice actually helps your backhand — and when it doesn’t. Not every player benefits from the same type of standstill work, and depending on your goals, the way you practice from a standstill should change.
We’ll cover:
• Why standstill practice is commonly recommended
• Situations where standstills can actually slow development
• Different types of standstill throws depending on what you’re trying to improve
• Why we teach standstills the way we do at Overthrow
Standstills can be a powerful training tool, but like anything in skill development, they need to be used intentionally.
If you’ve ever wondered whether you should be practicing standstills, or how to actually use them to improve your backhand, this video should give you some clarity.
Learn more about coaching and training resources:
https://www.overthrowdiscgolf.academy
_____________________________________________________________
JOIN OUR ACADEMY TODAY:
Website: https://www.overthrowdiscgolf.academy/
_____________________________________________________________
INTERESTED IN COACHING?:
Website: overthrowdiscgolf.com
OUR SHOP
Website: https://www.overthrowdiscgolf.store
_____________________________________________________________
TECH DISC:
Tech Disc (Smart Disc) | bit.ly/4adaNy7
_____________________________________________________________
Squatch Bags | bit.ly/3QB5nWp
(Use code OVERTHROW for free shipping!)
Check out D'Clip!: d-clips.com/OVERTHROW
_____________________________________________________________
POCKET RADAR: bit.ly/3UO6SmP
DM us on instagram for the 10% off code :) instagram.com/overthrowdiscgolf?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
_____________________________________________________________
AMAZON AFFILIATE LINKS:
Phone Tripod | amzn.to/3Qj8b9C
Practice Net | amzn.to/3iaY7mq
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:20 We Luv U Blitz ♥️
0:35 2 Styles of Standstills
2:06 Which Style I Teach
4:02 So Should You Begin with Standstills?
5:10 Why Do You Throw Faster From a Standstill?
6:05 Why Even Do a Walk-up?
7:06 Join The Academy!
