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In this episode of The Throw Zone, host Kevin sits down with Chad Wright, 2012 NCAA Discus Champion and Tokyo 2021 Olympian, to discuss his incredible journey from Jamaica to the University of Nebraska, his experiences competing on the world stage, and the mindset needed to succeed in track and field.
Chad shares his story of perseverance—how he overcame setbacks, trained for the Olympics, and continued chasing greatness beyond college. From his training methods, strength numbers, and competition mindset to his insights on the future of throwing, this episode is packed with valuable advice for throwers at all levels.
📢 Topics Covered:
✅ How Chad got started in discus throwing
✅ The transition from high school to NCAA track & field
✅ Winning an NCAA Championship & training at Nebraska
✅ Competing for Jamaica at the World Championships & Olympics
✅ Strength training, nutrition, and recovery tips for throwers
✅ The importance of grit and mental toughness in elite athletics
✅ The growing future of professional throwing
🔥 Whether you're a track and field athlete, coach, or fan of throws, this episode is a must-listen! Be sure to subscribe for more exclusive interviews and discussions on NCAA and pro-level throwing.
🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube!
#TrackAndField #DiscusThrow #ShotPut #Olympics #NCAAChampionship #ThrowingEvents #StrengthTraining #AthleteMindset #Podcast
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In this episode of The Throw Zone, host Kevin sits down with Chad Wright, 2012 NCAA Discus Champion and Tokyo 2021 Olympian, to discuss his incredible journey from Jamaica to the University of Nebraska, his experiences competing on the world stage, and the mindset needed to succeed in track and field.
Chad shares his story of perseverance—how he overcame setbacks, trained for the Olympics, and continued chasing greatness beyond college. From his training methods, strength numbers, and competition mindset to his insights on the future of throwing, this episode is packed with valuable advice for throwers at all levels.
📢 Topics Covered:
✅ How Chad got started in discus throwing
✅ The transition from high school to NCAA track & field
✅ Winning an NCAA Championship & training at Nebraska
✅ Competing for Jamaica at the World Championships & Olympics
✅ Strength training, nutrition, and recovery tips for throwers
✅ The importance of grit and mental toughness in elite athletics
✅ The growing future of professional throwing
🔥 Whether you're a track and field athlete, coach, or fan of throws, this episode is a must-listen! Be sure to subscribe for more exclusive interviews and discussions on NCAA and pro-level throwing.
🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube!
#TrackAndField #DiscusThrow #ShotPut #Olympics #NCAAChampionship #ThrowingEvents #StrengthTraining #AthleteMindset #Podcast
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