Sergeant Tony's Blog

Mark Twain once told this story:

“Saint Peter, I have always been interested in military history.” said a man who’d died and met the Saint at the Pearly Gates. “Who was the greatest general of all time?” the man asked.

Saint Peter quickly responded, “Oh, that’s a simple question. It’s that man over there.”

“You must be mistaken, ” said the man, now very perplexed. “I knew that man on earth, and he was just a common laborer.”

“That’s right my friend,” assured Saint Peter, “He would have been the greatest general of all time, IF he had been a general!”

What’s the point of the story?

It’s the regrettable “what if?”

What if you’d followed your dreams and passions?

What if you lived up to your potential?

What if you decided today to pursue those things that matter most and take full advantage of your gifts and talents?

That may or may not mean a change in careers. It may just mean that you start doing something part time to see where it might lead.

It might mean that you decide to be what you already are … but aren’t being.

Be what you are!!!

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LABOR DAY ROUTINE
Our holiday schedule usually calls for one workout at 7 AM. BUT … this year we’ll do something different for Labor Day. Instead, let me invite you to run/walk the Chick-fil-A 5K! The Chick-fil-A 5K takes place at AutoZone Park. This is more than your typical 5K. It is a family fun day filled with food and activities for all ages including The Boardwalk of Games. Plus, all runners receive a ticket to see the Redbirds play Nashville in the final game of the season. Let’s all wear BOOT CAMP T-shirts and “represent” in style!
http://www.chickfila5k.com/

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BOOT CAMP ANNIVERSARY PARTY
We’ll party at Fox and Hound after work on Tuesday, September 4th. Times and details to follow.

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TRIATHLON TRAINING
This Saturday, TBA.

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HALF MARATHON TRAINING
We’ll begin training for the St. Jude Half Marathon on September 1. If you can run 3 miles without stopping, I can train you to finish the half marathon! Cost for the training is $75 for active duty BOOT CAMPERS and $125 for “friends of BOOT CAMP.” Beginners are welcome!

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WARM WEATHER WORKOUTS!
OK, it’s a little more than just warm. It’s hot! So hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!! Our very own Gunnery Sergeant Hank Hill suffered a serious bout of dehydration last weekend from working outside (he’s a contractor) and NOT drinking like he KNEW to do. It can sneak up on any of us. So get up from your computer RIGHT NOW and go get a drink of water!
During the workouts feel free to drink as you need to.
Drink your water on a regular basis and BEFORE you feel thirsty!

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ANNIVERSARY MONTH DISCOUNT
For the rest of August, new recruits joining USMC Fitness BOOT CAMP, without a buddy, can join for the Buddy Program rate of only $90 per person. New recruits joining now are getting the rest of August and all of September for that initial fee! So tell your friends and family!

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POSITION AVAILABLE: FLEET FEET IS HIRING!
Eric Flanders, owner of Fleet Feet, and 0830 BOOT CAMPER, is looking to hire some new associates. Fleet Feet is owned, operated, and staffed by local runners and running enthusiasts. You don’t have to be a speed demon or age group standout. You just need to be people oriented, friendly, with a willingness to learn new things. Pay is competitive, hours are flexible, and perks begin from day one. You can get more information by contacting Fleet Feet at ffmemphis@earthlink.net.

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Could you help me with a couple of things?

First, I’d like to know if you have any questions for me that you think others like you would want to know the answers to. Email me your questions, and maybe I’ll feature them in an upcoming email newsletter.”

Second, if you’re a veteran BOOT CAMPER, you’ve heard a LOT of my post-stretching pre-workout speeches. I’ve covered all kinds of topics from running shoes to glycogen store depletion. Would you email me with the 4 or 5 topics that you think are most helpful? You don’t need to write the whole thing, but just the general theme of the talk.

Thanks ahead of time for your help!

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“All men should learn before they die, what they are running from, and to, and why.”
~ James Thurber

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To your continued good health and fitness!

Tony

Sergeant Major Tony Ludlow
USMC Fitness BOOT CAMP, Commanding
4888 Southern Cove
Memphis, TN 38117
901-644-0145
www.usmcfitnessbootcamp.com
http://shaklee.net/tonyludlow/main