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Owen Hallinan shares his extraordinary journey from earning "Soldier of the Cycle" in basic training to undergoing two emergency open-heart surgeries after tearing a heart valve during military training. Through this life-altering experience, Owen discovers profound spiritual meaning and a renewed appreciation for life while facing uncertainty about his military future.

• Ex-master certified personal trainer who joined the Army National Guard at age 33
• Excelled in basic training despite being significantly older than most recruits
• Selected for the prestigious Best Warrior competition team at Advanced Individual Training
• Experienced sudden, knife-like chest pain during a training ruck march
• Initially misdiagnosed with chest congestion before doctors discovered a torn heart valve
• Underwent two open-heart surgeries within 10 days, including emergency surgery when his blood pressure dropped dangerously low
• Found deeper spiritual meaning during his near-death experience
• Currently undergoing cardiac rehabilitation with plans to run a marathon within a year
• Emphasizes the importance of seeking medical attention when something feels wrong

If you're experiencing unusual symptoms, don't hesitate to see a doctor—it could save your life.

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