Gaining Weight - The Result of a Lack of Physical Activity

So I have gained some weight. Not too much, but enough to feel heavy when I am trying to jog. This is a result of my lack of training. In fact, we have not had classes for a while so now I am thinking of looking for a training venue when I return from holidays.

I am going for my biennial recreational leave on Friday. I am going to Manus and will return to Port Moresby on the 29 of September. However, I plan to start finding a suitable location once I return. My official resumption date from leave is October 22 so I will have a lot of time.

I have already made a mental list of schools that I will check and write to. I am doing this because I am the Secretary for the Erima Dojo. Unfortunately, I have neglected that duty for too long.

The next step will be to raise funds to hire the venue for at least a year. This will include writing to organizations for sponsorship. I might also try GoFundMe. Of course, I will need to get feedback from schools first.

If we can gather enough money to hire the venue for a year, then we might offer free programs for the public. This is again all dependent on the funds we raise.

Anyway, this is my plan.   

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