The Throw Zone

The Throw Zone

The Throw Zone Podcast 🎙️ | The Ultimate Podcast for Throwers & Track & Field Fans Welcome to The Throw Zone, the premier podcast dedicated to track and field throws—shot put, discus, hammer, and weight throw. Hosted by Big Kev, this show brings you exclusive interviews with Olympians, NCAA champions, elite coaches, and top throwers worldwide. 🔥 What You’ll Get on This Channel: ✅ In-depth interviews with the biggest names in throwing ✅ Expert insights on training, technique, strength & recovery ✅ Behind-the-scenes stories from collegiate & professional athletes ✅ Tips for throwers at every

  1. Maggie Ewen on Finding Her Path in Throwing | The Throw Zone Ep. 15

    06/19/2025

    Maggie Ewen on Finding Her Path in Throwing | The Throw Zone Ep. 15

    🎙️ Welcome back to The Throw Zone!This week, Big Kev is joined by none other than Maggie Ewen — 2021 Diamond League champion, four-time NCAA champion, and one of the top shot putters in the world. From growing up wanting to be like her big sister to almost going to college for volleyball, Maggie shares the full story of how she found her love for throwing (even if shot put still isn’t her favorite ). We talk coaching transitions, learning the spin late, training philosophy, her thoughts on growing the sport, and much more. 🔥 Whether you’re a high school thrower, college athlete, or just a fan of the sport, this episode is packed with insight, laughs, and real talk from one of the best in the game. ⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 – Intro0:47 – Maggie’s background & family influence2:30 – Early years in throwing4:50 – Competing in high school & going varsity in 7th grade6:00 – Shot vs. Disc vs. Hammer10:00 – Coaching changes & learning the spin14:00 – Why she chose throwing over volleyball21:00 – Transition to college at ASU26:00 – Why she stuck with shot put30:00 – Best street meets & memories37:00 – Nutrition, supplements & recovery42:00 – What she wishes she did differently45:00 – Final advice to young throwers 🔗 Check out The Throw Zone Linktree for rankings, videos, and coaching info:https://linktr.ee/thethrowzone 💥 Thank you to our sponsors:🎤 Lincoln Microphones – Custom mic setups, repair, and pro audio in Lincoln, NE🐄 Shubert Cattle and Farms LLC – Need beef or a half/whole cow? DM us to connect with the best in the Midwest. 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for new episodes #ThrowZone #MaggieEwen #TrackandField #ShotPut #Discus #Hammer #NCAAThrows #DiamondLeague #Podcast #Throws

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The Throw Zone Podcast 🎙️ | The Ultimate Podcast for Throwers & Track & Field Fans Welcome to The Throw Zone, the premier podcast dedicated to track and field throws—shot put, discus, hammer, and weight throw. Hosted by Big Kev, this show brings you exclusive interviews with Olympians, NCAA champions, elite coaches, and top throwers worldwide. 🔥 What You’ll Get on This Channel: ✅ In-depth interviews with the biggest names in throwing ✅ Expert insights on training, technique, strength & recovery ✅ Behind-the-scenes stories from collegiate & professional athletes ✅ Tips for throwers at every