Accountability Partners

"One, two, three, four!" My instructor is counting for our set. With each kick I do, there is a girl next to me kicking faster and yelling louder! I wouldn’t know it then as a young 4-year-old, but this was my first experience with an accountability partner.

Many times, the average thought for an accountability partner is only someone whom you ask to join you. However, it is also someone who inspires you. Whenever you are working to be better, it is important to find someone who is better than you. If you find a person who pushes you and makes you stronger, then you have found your partner!

Accountability partners do more than just push you; they help you stay focused on your goals. They provide a mirror to your progress and a reminder of your commitment. When you see their dedication and hard work, it motivates you to match their effort. They become a source of encouragement when you’re feeling low and a benchmark for what’s possible. Having someone who is as invested in your growth as you are creates a powerful team that can propel you forward.

The last thing to do is to make sure you use that inspiration and lean on your partner to help you. Continue to grow and never settle for average, because I can tell you, your accountability partner won’t.

JT Cofer

3rd Degree Black Belt

Head Traditional Martial Arts Instructor