The training session outside Windsor Castle last Tuesday evening was pretty gruelling. Hill training of 7 x 600 meters with a one minute rest up the slope to the Castle Gate and back, proved extremely painful. You may say why would anyone want to put themselves through this level of intensity. I have to say I came away feeling very self-satisfied and as we chatted jogging back to the club so did everyone else. Running with a group of people provides competition that stretches, companionship that encourages and friendship that motivates. I am an advocate of regular exercise, I believe it's good for well-being, maintaining equilibrium whilst building up our mental and physical stamina. We also need spiritual exercise which is good to keep us centered on our deepest values. A good discipline around prayer keeps a well balanced perspective on priorities. On my latest run listening to an audio book I was challenged to spend time considering what are the things that are most important to me. I believe these to be authenticity, respect for others, loyalty and determination. I spoke earlier about feeling self satisfied and although some might say it's not exactly an abiding Christain virtue, I believe it's ok in certain aspect of life, because it is this that then help us to be self-less when it matters, putting others first knowing that God will take care of us.
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