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Hustle & Motivate: Writer & Coach Tanner Reklaitis

Hustle & Motivate featuring Tanner Reklaitis podcast interview presented by JokerMag.com, the home of the underdog
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OHustle & Motivate, we sit down with real-life underdogs in the world of sports, entertainment, and more. Through insightful and thought-provoking conversations, we uncover the stories behind these impressive individuals.

We touch on everything — their mindset, how they got started, what they’re up to now, and how they overcame adversity on the path to greatness.

The aim is to show you what you’re capable of.

Realizing that a simple mindset shift opens up a world of possibilities.  Because in the end, you can do anything you believe you can achieve.

A few years ago, Tanner Reklaitis was a sophomore NAIA pitcher throwing 81 mph.  Then, one day, he decided he was tired of being average.

Tanner Reklaitis podcast with Hustle & Motivate presented by JokerMag.com, the home of the underdog.
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After a grinding away on the Driveline training program six or seven days a week for two years, he topped out at 95.9 mph, putting himself closer than ever to being a legitimate draft prospect.

Today, he’s helping retired athletes transition into life after sports.

That transition is much more difficult than people think.  Having gone through it myself, I have an enormous appreciation for what Tanner is doing for these athletes.

Tap the play button below to hear about Tanner’s playing career, mindset, and powerful, actionable advice for anyone seeking to level up their life!

After Listening…

Make sure you check out this special resource that Tanner created specifically for you, our loyal listeners.  I highly recommend you get on his list and snag the free eight-page guide he’s offering.

There’s a wealth of information inside that I really wish I had access to when my college baseball career ended.

Tanner is also doing great work over on his website.  His articles are informative and eye-opening.  You can also keep up with him on Twitter.

And remember, whether you’re on the road or at the office, you can find the Hustle & Motivate podcast on all your favorite listening platforms:

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Questions or suggestions?  Let it loose in the comments!

Written By

Division III baseball alum (McDaniel College), founder of Joker Mag, and author of The Underdog Mentality: Sports Stories That Will Change How You See the Game (And Yourself). Since launching in November 2017, my stories have been featured on platforms such as FOX Sports, SB Nation, and The Sporting News, reaching over 1.5 million readers worldwide. The seed was planted way back in 7th grade when I got cut from the baseball team. Instead of giving up, I found hope and inspiration in stories of undersized athletes who defied expectations. I ultimately played baseball through college, earning Honorable Mention on the All-Centennial Conference team in my senior season. Today, my mission is simple: To share stories that give people the same feeling I felt when I was that undersized ballplayer searching for hope, inspiration, and evidence that my dream was possible. Like my mom always told me, you can do anything you set your mind to. Sometimes we just need a little extra push. And that’s why I’m so passionate about sharing these stories with the world.

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