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World Cup Finals

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Today marked the second day of the current cycle. I began the morning with a stretching routine to alleviate soreness before transitioning into some of the day's primary requirements.

I will say I noticed a huge lift in my appetite yesterday, the physical demands of yesterday’s session resulted in a significant increase in my appetite. Midday, me and the family went to visit my in-laws for lunch and watch the World Cup Finals. Spain delivered a dominant performance throughout the match, maintaining control well beyond what the final score suggested.

Upon returning home, I prioritized my recovery with a protein shake and completed the remaining cycle tasks for the day. Knowing that so many others are diligently working toward this same objective keeps me fully focused and accountable. Let’s keep pushing forward—we have what it takes to succeed.

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Shawn Hartle

Shawn Hartle

Shawn Hartle

At 39 years old, I've built a life centered around my Christian faith, my family, and a deep dedication to athletics. As a 1st-degree black belt and an instructor/counselor at King Tiger, I brings my values and expertise to mentoring others on and off the mat. My competitive spirit extends well beyond martial arts, proudly holding two New Age Flag Football Championships and an Upward Basketball Championship under my belt along side my son, Christian. When I'm not coaching or training, I focuses my energy on working out, enjoying sports, and being a dedicated family man. Above all else, I prioritizes quality time with my wife, Lauren, our 13-year-old son, Christian, and other family that is close in the Huntersville/Denver area. I am a devoted father that loves connecting with Christian through our shared love of gaming and friendly competition. Whenever the opportunity arises, as a family we heads out to the water for relaxing days spent boating and fishing. To balance out all that high-energy activity, I proudly considers myself to be a true foodie who loves exploring all kinds of cuisines. Driven by my faith and a love for life, I will bring full heart and dedication to everything I does.

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