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Fighting Against the Current: Shark Strong's Unstoppable Journey

February 03, 2024 Justin Season 1 Episode 1
Fighting Against the Current: Shark Strong's Unstoppable Journey
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Your Coach's Coach
Fighting Against the Current: Shark Strong's Unstoppable Journey
Feb 03, 2024 Season 1 Episode 1
Justin

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.

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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.

Intro
Introducing our Guest
Shark Strong's Early years as a swimmer
The Value of sports as a child
Shark Strong suffers Cardiac Arrest at 17
Shark Strong comes to the United States
Stepping into the world of boxing
Dealing with an eating disorder and a stroke!
Shark's Wife convinces him to move to Los Angeles
Finding the perfect gym to teach at
Your are the product!
Finding social media success during the pandemic
Shark Strong diagnosed with stage 3 Cancer
Shark leaves coaches with his advice