Alone with your shame

Breath coming in short, purcussive gasps

Hands shaking with anticipation and pain

Blood drying on the inside of your gloves

Memories of the last man to break you down

And administer your punishment for failing

Until your body goes limp and blood pools on your lips

They broke your body, your heart, your hope

But you still fight

You fight until you win

Because its worth the pain