How heavy is a shot put?

Answer by  Prospera (32)

The Olympic shot put weighs 16 pounds (7.26 kg) for men and 8.82 pounds (4 kg) for women. In American high schools, the shot put weighs 12 pounds for men and 8.8 pounds for women. In open international and U.S. competition, the weight of a shot put is determined by age and gender, ranging from 2 kg to 7.26 kg.

Answer by  turkinforalivin (1279)

The standard sized shot put in men's competition weighs 7.26 kilograms. Women use a 4kg shot put. High school athletes and senior athletes use a variety of different weights depending on age and gender.