Summary
In this episode of the oppHERtunity Podcast, host Jason interviews Angelique Garcia, a track and field athlete specializing in throwing events. Angelique shares her journey into throwing and how she overcame doubts about her size and athleticism. She discusses the different throwing events she participates in and her love for the hammer throw. Angelique also highlights top throwers to watch and the importance of support and camaraderie within the team. She emphasizes the mental aspect of the sport and the need to balance goals and pressure. The episode concludes with well wishes for Angelique's upcoming competitions.Takeaways

Throwing events in track and field require strength, technique, and agility.
Size and appearance should not limit one's potential in athletics.
Watching and learning from top athletes in the sport can inspire and inform one's own performance.
Support and camaraderie within the team are crucial for success in throwing events.

Chapters
00:00Introduction and Background02:05Discovering Throwing as a Sport03:33The Importance of Willingness to Learn and Fail05:01Influences and Inspiration07:21Passion for Hammer Throw08:28Description of Hammer Throw10:41Top Throwers to Watch12:46Watching Throwing Competitions14:37Goals for Personal and Team Growth16:33Support and Bonding within the Team21:05Indoor vs Outdoor Season24:11Approaching Competitions and Mental Balance26:38Closing Remarks and Well Wishes

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