Jessica and I have worked out for years together. When you are locked in to a long run, in the freezing cold, with no where to hide for hours and hours, you get to know somebody...and they get to know you. I have shared some of my favorite memories laughing, crying and processing life with Jessica. When you suffer through a 10 mile horrible run together on the hills of Southwood you are pretty much bonded for life!
Margo laughingly said this morning how no one can be expected to have a filter at 5:30 in the morning. There is something wildly refreshing (and at times regretful when I speak without thinking) about that. When you work out together, you work towards a common goal. You share the pain of sleeplessness, sore muscles and weather extremes. You share the benefits of strength, health and accomplishments as well. You get to spend time with people in an environment where jobs, status, finances, make up, and all of those other 'things' take a second seat. You get to know people. You get to build friendships with others who paths you may have never crossed other wise.
I get very attached to my clients. I love them and miss them when life changes. Of all of the benefits of early morning consistent exercise...the friendship factor is my favorite.
If you are struggling with loneliness or feeling in a fitness rut, perhaps you can start searching for a friend who would be willing to exercise with you. I promise, it will be one of the greatest blessings in your life!
Special thanks and welcome to our current BLGF girls: Virginia, Margo, Jessica, Sabrina, Jennifer, Libby, Jean and to all of my BLGF girls past!!!
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