The Key Part of Heavy Clubs That Most Beginners Miss

Throwing is one of the defining traits of being human. It’s what allowed our ancestors to hunt, build, and defend—and it’s still one of the most important movement patterns for keeping the modern body strong, functional, and pain-free.

At Wildman Athletica, we start by mastering what Mark calls “Proto Throwing Patterns.” These are the foundational throwing movements performed with both feet set—before you ever progress to more advanced throwing patterns that involve stepping or shifting your stance.

Why Throwing Matters

Throwing patterns are the movements that shaped human civilization.

• Building: Swinging a hammer is a throwing pattern.

• Fighting: Punching, striking, and swinging a sword are throwing patterns.

• Hunting: Throwing spears or tools to survive are throwing patterns.

These actions taught our bodies how to generate and transfer force through the entire chain—from the feet, through the core, to the hands.

Reclaiming What We’ve Lost

Modern life has stripped away these primal movements. Most people no longer twist, rotate, or project force naturally. The result? Stiffness, poor coordination, and chronic pain.

Practicing proto throwing patterns with tools like the heavy club helps restore these essential mechanics. You’ll rebuild rotational power, improve joint function, and retrain your body to move the way it evolved to.

Start with the Foundations

Before advancing to dynamic, foot-moving throws, you must first master the proto patterns—the stationary versions that build coordination, timing, and structural integrity. These movements lay the groundwork for every athletic, martial, and real-world skill that comes after.