It has been about six years. I was nervous like a newby. Last week was for spiritual health and this week is getting back to strengthening activities. Because I am a germaphobe, I quit the gym to avoid covid or at least gain a layer of protection. People sweat in gyms so no matter how many times a mat gets wiped down there is risk. Age escalates logarithmically. That is not good for any of us but that is my motivator. I’ve been there twice and was happy to see Heather, a wonderful person and instructor but the class was too easy. I did recognize a few ladies and we have all changed. My heart rate rose to 86 and that is not high enough. It was too “soft”. Today was too “hard”. I did not check my heart rate but it was 45 minutes with bars and weights, many squats and a variety of ages, maybe 18-73. I won’t tell you which end I represent. I’m told the two others who instruct this class go slower. I’m getting a schedule in mind for when other things do not take over. I need a “just right” moment and will get there. I also rode a bike 2.5 miles. That goes fast. The gym is not large but while I waited at the front to ask where today’s class met, I recognized a lady who looked about the same age and is taking good care of herself. Karen said I also looked familiar so she recommended which weights to grab then Juanita – tall and slim said hello. Maybe her hair is grayer. Patty I knew from when my kids were in elementary school. She remembered my son’s name, Nathan. Bumped into Wendy on her way to yoga. She may have scoliosis. The shining moment was seeing Jenny H, my dear mentor in missions. She comes for a chair class and this gym is where our friendship began. She is nearing 94! I am so grateful for the warmth of past faces (don’t want to use old), the energy of those who teach, and that God pushes me in Spiritual growth, like the current study on suffering and what is if for? I suffered a bit in class today but it is time to take care of some other business. I carry Holy Spirit everywhere I go and hope to keep moving for as long as possible.
