Tag Archives: exercise

Putting Forth an Effort

Posted on February 2, 2021 by jesustrek

I think this video of the dog patting the treadmill with one paw is absolutely hilarious! He seems to know that he is supposed to interact with the exercise equipment, he just wants to put in the minimum effort! A … Continue reading →

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Sanity Walk

Posted on June 17, 2020 by jesustrek

While we are sheltering at home in order to combat the coronavirus, we want to make sure we are doing everything possible to remain healthy. One of the things we are urged to do during this global pandemic is to … Continue reading →

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Resolve to Exercise

Posted on December 31, 2018 by jesustrek

With the coming of a new year, many people resolve to improve themselves in some area. A popular resolution is to get more exercise. I heard about a man who suddenly decided that if he started running he would live … Continue reading →

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Get Rid of that Spare Tire

Posted on April 4, 2018 by jesustrek

Many people are dismayed because they have picked up a few pounds over the years. They are right to be concerned. There are many health issues that are complicated by carrying around excess weight. There is also a spiritual dimension associated … Continue reading →

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Needing Some Exercise

Posted on March 22, 2016 by jesustrek

The newspaper ad read: Nordic Track for sale. $300. Hardly used. Ask for Chubbie. You have to appreciate the truthfulness of that advertisement. If we don’t get the proper exercise, we tend to get out of shape. The Bible talks … Continue reading →

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Keeping Fit

Posted on July 13, 2015 by jesustrek

Many Americans are purchasing fitness trackers to help them stay in shape. These small devices, many designed to be worn like a bracelet or wristwatch, help the user keep track of how much exercise they are getting. The demand for … Continue reading →

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Strict Training

Posted on January 23, 2015 by jesustrek

Paul the apostle must have been a big sports fan. He liked to use examples from athletics to show how we should live for God. In 1 Corinthians 9:25, he writes, “Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict … Continue reading →

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Check Your Pulse

Posted on May 3, 2013 by jesustrek

I hopped on the treadmill in the exercise room of the hotel where we stayed on our recent vacation. Hoping to elevate my heart rate and burn a few calories, I started walking. However, something unusual happened. The more that … Continue reading →

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In Training

Posted on August 30, 2011 by jesustrek

“For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.”—1 Timothy 4:8. Since the Bible says that physical training is of some value, I … Continue reading →

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Core Values

Posted on April 19, 2011 by jesustrek

Many exercise programs today focus on the abdomen. One of the most popular of these programs in recent years is the Pilates method. It was developed during World War II by Joseph Pilates, who experimented with ways to strengthen muscles, … Continue reading →

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