This last week was mixed with some really cool opportunities. Somedays I feel like I am all over the place with so many new ideas and exciting things that I want to dive right into. I guess that is way better than not knowing what to do and not being super busy!! On top of my “want to try” list was coaching gymnastics. Don’t get my wrong, I do LOVE coaching triathlon, but gymnastics is also so near and dear to my heart. It was my life for 16 years! I lived in the gym, starting with 20 hours a week for years to 40 hours a week for the last 6 years. And back then I LOVED it. Now, you wouldn’t catch me ever trying that many hours for triathlon again. That spells injury! 
for me at least! Been there done that!
I had a unique opportunity to coach at a gym where my ex coach’s wife is the head coach. I also have some friends who have daughters that attend this gym and they have been trying to get me to coach for years. I finally gave in and made my way over to the gym and had a long chat with my friend, the head coach. I started that day and shadowed with her through an entire practice. It was during that practice where I saw myself all over again as a little girl aspiring to become an Olympian. It brought chills and tears to my eyes. At that moment I just knew I needed to be there to help these young girls achieve their dreams. It was an amazing feeling to go back to that place in my mind and remember exactly what went through my mind at least at one point during every grueling practice. I coached three days last week and loved every second. The girls are so sweet and so willing to learn. They soak in every piece of information I give them and I see the desire to succeed in their eyes.
I was lucky that not only did coaching gymnastics make me smile all week long, I was invited by TRX to take an 8 hour long certification class yesterday in San Francisco. I was so excited for the invitation. We actually practiced on the TRX suspension training systems all day long. It was amazing, I learned so much and even got to demonstrate for the class, some fun and super tough gymnastics moves using the TRX So now I am officially a TRX trainer. Woohoo…..Can’t wait to help others discover the most amazing total body workout system. I am a huge believer. I think everyone should own a TRX. Click on this link or copy and paste AND start today, you will see results so quick!! Have fun!
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6 Comment(s)
Angelina said:
Hey Eileen, it all sounds amazing. Coaching is fun. I am glad you are back at the gym.
Bruce said:
Glad you are having so many opportunities to coach people at the sports you love. I only wish there were more people like you here in Taiwan.
E Swanson said:
Aww, thank you Bruce!! Let me know if I can help you out in any way, would love to!
Bree said:
WOW………. I totally remember in OZ you playing gymnast and walking on your hands longer than on your feet. I am so happy you found your way back to something you love, are talented at, and can help others with…. ENJOY IT!
TGPINKY said:
you look like you can grab some SERIOUS water there! CUTE SUIT!!
Maggs said:
I coached gymnastics for a couple years after college it was so much fun. I also judged high school meets for about 5 years at the same time. Again, so much fun to be able to back part of gymnastics after leaving it while I was in college.