Monday, January 26, 2015

In Training



Aaron is our personal trainer at the gym. He’s an incredibly enthusiastic motivator: personable, knowledgeable, a thorough instructor and outspoken cheerleader.  Today he added a few new moves to our routine, and challenged us to step up the pace while still monitoring our safety as seniors.

I’m hooked. Although we can’t afford to work with him indefinitely, I don’t want to give up his guidance and support! I wish he could always be there, reminding me to straighten that sloppy left arm and pinch those shoulder blades together.  I want to hear his, “…lean into it a little more…that’s great…good work!”

He’s a hired coach, and yet I’ve been thinking how our relationship with him models the potential of relationships in general.  How we do well to draw out the best in each other - to support and strengthen, to applaud baby steps along the way.  Life is a journey toward ongoing growth and change, so we’re all in training.  It’s a privilege to encourage one another along the path.





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