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Best Throwing Shoes
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The 5 Best Throwing Shoes for Shot Put, Discus & Hammer Throw

Vlad Castillo Jr. discus shoes, shot put shoes, throwing shoes

This guide was made to help throwers of all levels (beginner to advanced) navigate the endless process of finding the perfect shoe. So forget researching all this info, we’ve already done it for you. Here we will evaluate five key factors of throwing shoes: grip, durability, price, style and weather resistance.

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Women's Weightlifting Shoes
Training 

3 Best Women’s Weightlifting Shoes On The Market (2021 Updated)

Vlad Castillo Jr.

If you’re looking for a review of the best women’s weightlifting shoes, you’ve come to the right place. Choosing the

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student athlete
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Becoming A Student Athlete – 5 Things I Wish I Knew

Vlad Castillo Jr.

If you’re new here, my name is Vlad Castillo Jr. I’m a athlete mindset coach and wanted to make a

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Track & Field 

Discus Throw: How to Improve by 10+ Feet This Season

Vlad Castillo Jr.

If you are looking to improve your discus throw personal best, our post will tell you exactly what a Division 1 NCAA athlete did to get to improve.

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throwing events
Track & Field 

Which of the Throwing Events Should I Compete In?

Vlad Castillo Jr.

Whether its shot put, discus throw or hammer throw, beginners often don’t know which throwing event to start first. In this post, we’ll breakdown how to know which event is best for you.

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Lifting Straps
Training 

Lifting Straps: Should Athletes Use Them to Lift?

Vlad Castillo Jr.

If you’re asking yourself if you should get lifting straps to help your lifts, read our post on why they’re a waste of money and what you can do instead.

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Track & Field 

Shot Put: The Ultimate Guide to Throwing Far

Vlad Castillo Jr.

If you want to become an elite shot put thrower, you need to learn everything you can. You have to

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11 Ways Track & Field Changed My Life
Track & Field 

Track And Field: 11 Ways It Will Change Your Life

Vlad Castillo Jr.

Track and field will change your life. It doesn’t matter if you do it in middle school, high school, or

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The 4 Best High Jump Spikes for Your Best Season Yet

Vlad Castillo Jr.

Start your search for the best high jump spikes on the market here. Our top three selections will help you soar to your next personal best.

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Hammer Throw
Track & Field 

7 Reasons to Learn Hammer Throw in High School

Vlad Castillo Jr.

Throw Shot Put or Discus? Learn our seven reasons why competing in hammer throw can set you apart from other athletes and increase scholarships.

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Vlad Castillo Jr.

Hi! It’s great to meet you. My name is Vladimir, but my friends just call me Vlad. As a former four-year Division 1 track & field athlete, I created this blog to continue my passion. In my spare time, I love writing, listening to new music and lifting weights.

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