Fighting Against the Current: Shark Strong's Unstoppable Journey

On today's episode we dive into the inspiring journey of Shark Strong Coaching. Hailing from Donetsk, Ukraine, he rose as a competitive swimmer until a rare heart condition threatened to derail his dreams. Against all odds, he secured a full scholarship to the United States, where a chance encounter with boxing during his college off-season transformed his path. However, fate dealt another blow with a devastating cancer diagnosis. Yet, Shark Strong's resilience knows no bounds. From battling eating disorders to navigating numerous hospital scares, he embodies the true spirit of a fighter. Join us as Shark Strong shares his remarkable story, emphasizing the authenticity needed for success in coaching, drawn from his own real-life experiences. Get ready to be inspired by this tale of courage, perseverance, and the power of the human spirit.

Chapters

• 1:11 Intro
• 2:45 Introducing our Guest
• 8:38 Shark Strong's Early years as a swimmer
• 12:18 The Value of sports as a child
• 22:40 Shark Strong suffers Cardiac Arrest at 17
• 31:04 Shark Strong comes to the United States
• 37:44 Stepping into the world of boxing
• 46:51 Dealing with an eating disorder and a stroke!
• 50:49 Shark's Wife convinces him to move to Los Angeles
• 58:05 Finding the perfect gym to teach at
• 1:00:19 Your are the product!
• 1:07:13 Finding social media success during the pandemic
• 1:24:14 Shark Strong diagnosed with stage 3 Cancer
• 1:26:55 Shark leaves coaches with his advice