Over the past few early January 2013 evenings I’ve been thinking deeply about my mission in life. Some of my thoughts formed themselves into the lines below as I sat writing in front of my computer.
My goal here is to reach out to all those people who never quite manage to keep their resolutions and to help them. They begin an exercise program, a diet, a martial arts class with the best of intentions, but somehow lack the ability to Stay the Course. This is my advice to them, and to you too.
I haven’t really written any poetry since college when I took a few poetry courses, so bear with me!
Stay the Course
The road is hard and fraught with pitfalls,
Stay the course.
Intense effort, concentration, and focus are sometimes required,
Stay the course.
You will fall, get distracted, wander off the path every once in a while,
Stay the course.
The greatest part of it all is the journey, not the destination, revel in it and
Stay the course.
Redouble your efforts, push hard, live like a champion and,
Stay the course.
Do not allow your will, momentum, or motivation to falter,
Stay the course.
Seek guidance from others farther along the path than you. They will assist in helping you to
Stay the course.
Do the work, reap the rewards. Consistency is the key,
Stay the course.
Know that difficulties and doubts will arise along the path, keep moving, they will evaporate as you
Stay the course.
Understand the rhythm of your own body – some sessions breaking limits, some days moving lightly,
Stay the course.
Open the body. Breathe deep. Stretch. Feel your life force pulsing inside.
Stay the course.
Results come from constant effort, you must
Stay the course.
Nothing comes from quitting. All that effort is wasted. All steps in vain. Therefore always
Stay the course.
I don’t think this poem is quite finished yet, there’s still more percolating around in my mind on this subject. I have a feeling that I will be adding lines to this over the next few weeks as the thoughts crystallize. But for now, it is an unfinished work in progress that I want to share with you.
Let me know what you think – drop a comment below or hit me up on the Warrior Fitness Facebook page!
Don’t quit. Keep going!
If you need help, ask. Whether you are local to Hainesport, NJ and want to train at Warrior Fitness Gym or you are far away and need online coaching. Ask. That’s what I’m here for.
