So I've been running 5k's lately...on my treadmill that is, and I'm not a huge running fan. But in my quest for Holyistic living; I'm on that thing burning off the excess fat on my body. I broke my personal record of doing a 3mile run in under 30 minutes. And the next day I actually ran the entire first 1.5 miles. Which for those who know me is super good, considering I couldn't even run a 1/10 of a mile before. I'm proud of my successes this week and can't wait until I run the entire 3miles. Which brings me to my point. In the quest for a better physical well being, I also noticed an improvement in my spiritual life as well. I found myself reading more scripture, praying more often throughout the day. I often wonder if there is a correlation between physical fitness and spirituality? Are people fit people more inclined to have a "better" spirituality than those who are not? If so, Why?
Considering that when people are fit they tend to have better self-esteem. Their outlook on life tends to be more positive. Notice I said fit, not "skinny." In our thin obsessed culture skinny is not fit, it is skinny. In my work I have met many skinny unfit/unhealthy people for that matter. But making our bodies the best that they can be is a holy act. Maximizing the potentials in the different areas of your life is a great thing. Going back to the story in the Bible where Jesus talks about the "talents." Who is the dude that gets the tongue lashing? The one who "buried" his talents. The one who did not maximize his potential. So are you are living your Holyistic life, be sure to make time for physical fitness and improve your physical well-being.
If you are out of shape, or could "lose a couple of pounds" try a little fitness and you will be amazed at what that does for your relationship with God.
If you are not sure where to start, contact me at: coachdarryld@aol.com and I'll help get you started so you can then live: the Holyistic Lifestyle.
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