What is the weight range of the javelin used in the Javelin Throw event, and how does it vary depending on the athlete's age and gender?
Javelin Throw is regarded as a strength event. The Javelin Thrower is required to throw a spear shaped implement called a Javelin as far as possible. Depending on the age and gender of the athlete the weight of the implement will vary between 500gm and 800gm.