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Spiritual Practices Take Practice

If you have read this blog any, you know I enjoy exercise and participating in group activities . Since my heart incident in 1993 , I have changed my lifestyle and diet to prevent an early demise from the things I have control over. My days are numbered , but I don't want to be the one responsible for going home early. I have found a full-body workout at my local YMCA that has really challenged me physically and has given me some core and upper body strength I did not have when I was just running or cycling . It's commonly known as "boot camp." It's an hour of a variety of moves, stretches, and anaerobic exercises that puts my 57-year-old body into hyper-drive. Added to my weekly rides and runs, this workout has given me stamina I have not had before. I recommend it if you are able. (Yes, I wear my five fingers the entire time.) So, what does my exercise update have anything to do with my spiritual life? Just as physical strength to do well in a competition t