sapphire_sniper | [Voice/Text] First Target

So I've been thinking. There's a lot of us here that probably work out or train on our own, at all sorts of odd hours, right? Some with military backgrounds, some just health-conscious, but if enough people are interested, I'm hoping to organize a group workout program.

I'd need at least one or two other people to help me organize and lead things, and I don't have a lot of concrete details yet, but I've written down and attached a basic outline for what sort of things this program would entail.

Obviously, the big draw for this would be helping everyone keep in shape, meet new people, and get to know each other better... but I've been thinking about other benefits too, depending on how far people are willing to take this. I'm not up to speed with the current situation on this world, but last time I was in Luceti, things were really heating up between the Malnosso and the Third Party, and when they'd draft us to fight for them, the Malnosso didn't exactly pick people based on their suitability for the task. I'm not saying this should turn into some sort of boot camp, but the opportunity is there to help more people learn to work together and defend themselves. Unless things have taken a big turn for the better while I was away, it certainly can't hurt.

At any rate, here are my notes so far on things, nothing certain quite yet, but I wanted to get some input and gauge interest from others about a few things.

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Multiple different exercise programs on alternating days
Recruit other "teachers" with experience in different workout methods
1 or 2 sessions per day, depending on participation
Varying intensity workouts
Focus on aerobics and calisthenics, minimal equipment use
Encourage others to share training regimens/styles
Alternate between standard aerobics and martial arts
Squad training for military types once a week

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[She immediately recognizes that voice.]

Michael...

[However, that may have to wait. After a pause, berating herself for her outbursts as of late, she answers.]

I... can offer training in firearm-based warfare as well as physical education, based on how the UNSC trains NavSpecWar units and Marines.

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Good to hear from you again Daisy. The firearms training will probably be beyond the scope of this little project, but I'd love to have someone else helping out that knows the ins and outs of PT.

... So would I. [It's an old friend. That is already something good for her.] I still know how about Physical Education to train people with. My methods are harder than civilian methods. But they work best.

Yeah, that's what I'm aiming for anyway. I think we have more than enough people here that need that kind of intensity to their workout. So, think you can help me run this thing?

Of course, sir. I'd be glad to help. Maybe you want someplace to talk about it?

[Part honesty, part excuse to see him. It's the little she knows on gathering someone else that is military.]

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[Familiar face. Less familiar kind of conversation. Nami speaks cautiously.]

This place can't keep you away, I see.

Somebody upstairs must really love me. Or hate me, or maybe a little of both. You've been doing well, I hope?

[Well, that answers the obvious question.]

As well as ever. Welcome back. [Given she's pretty sure he's dead at home.]

Thanks. It's good to know at least I'm still in good company around here.

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Opening a gym, are we?

Not quite- what I'm planning to do shouldn't require much in the way of equipment, and at least for others with military background, adverse weather just means your morning routine gets a bit more interesting.

Hoooh. That does sound right creative. Still, I didn't even know you were here, did I?

No, but then I haven't exactly announced my presence either, didn't want to make too much fanfare about it. Been back for a couple weeks though, got here the day of the New Feather party.

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...Michael?

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How have you been, Katara?

Oh - um. You know. Here.

[Pause a beat.]

When did you get back?

The day of the New Feather party, actually. Thought I'd try to make my return quite, just in case they decided to jerk me around again.

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That sounds like a good idea. Exercising's always fun with others! And I'm sure we can all learn a lot from each other. It'll be great if we can all protect each other better.

Yeah, that's the general idea. I've just kind of breezed along here before, but I feel like it's high time I started contributing, helping bring everyone together.

Contributing. Yeah... I get what you mean. And being united in a place like this can be a big step towards changing things for the better.

Especially with things between the Malnosso and the cultists heating up the way they are. [For how young he sounds, this kid's pretty wise. color Michael impressed.]

I'm Michael by the way.

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It's not a bad idea, but the ones most likely to sign up won't be the ones who need the most training.

Even if everyone that joins has combat training or experience, it's still a good opportunity to improve coordination and teamwork though.

Assuming they're capable of working together without causing problems.

That's something that will need working on too, but I've always found mutual self-interest is a good motivator for that sort of thing.

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