They said it was impossible...

When I first drafted into the Israeli army my goal was to work in my field of health and fitness due to my university background in kinesiology.

I was told that things didn't work that easy. That the army administers many tests & depending on your Hebrew, your scores, and background they place you where they see fit.

After completing my basic training I had a meeting with an officer who's responsible for giving out jobs.

I asked him to work in fitness. He said it would be impossible.
I'm signed up for 6 months and that this was a job in high demand. It's a position generally given to those that are signed up for years. Even still, most people don't get the job.

I even met a person who went as far as going to army jail just to get the position because he wouldn't take no for an answer!

This officer said choose between (1) being a tank repairman, (2) an armored vehicle repairman, (3) army radio technician, (4) or truck driver because they're likely won't be any availability nor the opportunity to get into fitness education & instructing.

I chose my second choice as army radio technician for reasons beyond the scope of this blog. :-)

Ultimately the day arrived where we were all sent to our positions (for the above 4 mentioned jobs).

My name was not called.

The officer called me in his office and said looks like there's an open spot at the fitness institute of Israel (called Wingate Institute).

He said show up for an interview the following week.

I prepared like crazy! I reviewed my kinesiology textbooks. Practiced Hebrew, and asked G-d for some assistance. I even missed a party to get ready for this big day.

The moment arrived, I went to the army base (located on a university campus...unique I know!)

I got escorted to meet the top ranking officer of the base for a private meeting/job interview.

I smiled.

I saluted.

Shook his hand.

and in Hebrew said happy chanukah.

He asked me about my degree.

I told him about it.


He asked me if I wanted to serve at his base.

With a smile on my face, I said:

It would be my dream come true to serve at Wingate Institue for my passion is in fitness.

He smiled.

He said, I like your attitude. We could use you here.

You're in.



YES!
You read it!
I'm in one of the best programs in the army, in one of the nicest army bases on the planet. It's on the beach!

My dreams are coming true!!


LO
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Adam Ezekiel