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A blog refresh, my weekend and my weekly workouts

November 2, 2015 By Ashley 66 Comments

So many good things to talk about today, my friends! First and foremost, you may notice a little bit of a different look-and-feel around A Lady Goes West. Over the weekend, my friend and one amazing social-media guru and blog expert, Katy Widrick, transformed this blog. While the logo and colors stayed the same, you’ll see some new features (check out those drop-down menus above), as well as added functionality on the homepage when you visit aladygoeswest.com, which now shows more previous and popular posts. I’m super pleased with the end-result and would highly recommend Katy. She’s a wealth of knowledge and gets the job done. If you’re thinking about starting a blog, redoing your site or just need some social media guidance, reach out to her ASAP. 

Other than time and attention spent blogging over the past couple-of-days, I also had some fun. Just a short weekend recap, which looks like this …

An easy and uneventful weekend 

Friday night, I got home a little before 7 p.m., after finally getting my hands on a new iPhone, and Dave was on the couch exhausted after being away on a business trip. With zero motivation to go back out, we decided to pop an oven pizza in and catch up on some Modern Family.

On Saturday morning, I went to a power yoga class at a nearby studio, which I’m totally not a fan of and will likely never discuss. In the afternoon, Dave and I ran some errands, and in the evening we went out to dinner to Walnut Creek Yacht Club. Most of our friends with kids were doing kid things, so we just treated it as a regular night.

Dinner at Walnut Creek Yacht Club via A Lady Goes WestTake a look at this spread, including a delicious ceviche, ahi tuna salad over noodles, fish tacos and a gingerbread cheesecake.

This was, however, our first time living in a place that could possibly get trick-or-treaters, so we were prepared with a bowl of goodies. Only a few tiny costumed-kiddos came at the very end of the night, and they were lucky, because I gave them all of our candy.

On Sunday, Dave and I did some work on our computers in the morning, then took the BART into the City. We got some beverages at the Ferry Building, walked through our old neighborhood and ended up in the Marina area for lunch. I had a delicious vegan sandwich at Seed + Salt on Chestnut Street, then we walked back to Union Square, had an unsuccessful trip into DSW and headed home.

Ashley in SF with Seed and Salt sandwichIt was a casual day riding public transit, and my collard-wrapped beet burger was totally worth photographing.

In the evening, we had a nice steak dinner and laid low. That was the weekend! Now, let’s get to fitness …

My weekly fitness and workouts recap

Every Monday, I like to take a look at my most recent week of workouts to stay accountable. And this week, I’m doing so as part of a “Week in Review” link-up with Meghan, so let’s get to it …

Weekly workouts via A Lady Goes West(Photo credit to Leah Bentley Photography, 2015.)

Weekly Workouts 

  • Monday: Taught a one-hour BODYATTACK class, foam rolling
  • Tuesday: Took a one-hour Vinyasa flow yoga class
  • Wednesday: Taught a one-hour BODYPUMP class, foam rolling
  • Thursday: Taught a 45-minute BODYPUMP and a 30-minute core class, foam rolling
  • Friday: Taught a one-hour BODYPUMP class, foam rolling
  • Saturday: Took a one-hour power yoga class
  • Sunday: Rest day

What was good about my week of workouts?

One full rest day, two full hours of yoga and three resistance training sessions? Those are all good things that happened in the fitness world for me this past week — and ones that I’d like to make a regular habit.

What could have been better about my week of workouts?

No complaints here. Perhaps I could have done another session of cardio, but I do feel that the high-rep nature of BODYPUMP gives me a good cardiovascular benefit.

I hope you have a fabulous start to your week!

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Questions of the day

What did you do this weekend?

READERS — Do you find the blog refresh user-friendly and readable? What do you think of the colors?

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  1. Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious says

    November 2, 2015 at 3:22 am

    Nice look! I know my blog could use some sprucing up. I’ve got a list of things I would like to do to it. I think it helps to ask someone else like another blogger to see it through their eyes. Katy does amazing work!
    Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious recently posted…Cinnamon Glazed Pumpkin Donuts {GF, Low Cal} + Birthday Bash GiveawayMy Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 7:05 am

      Yes, definitely! I had a running list of things I wanted that my last theme wouldn’t do, so she helped me to switch to a totally new one! Happy Monday, Megan! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Becky @ Olives n Wine says

    November 2, 2015 at 4:01 am

    I really like your blog colors so I’m glad you didn’t change them 🙂 I clicked through via Bloglovin’ and didn’t notice a difference at first but when I went to your homepage, I loved it! Easy to navigate and read. What a fun change!
    Becky @ Olives n Wine recently posted…Weekending Fun: Deanie’s 1st Halloweenie!My Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 7:05 am

      Thank you, Becky!! 🙂 YAY! Glad you like it! Hope you had a nice weekend!

      Reply
  3. Brie @ Lean, Clean, & Brie says

    November 2, 2015 at 4:36 am

    Love the new blog refresh! Katy did a wonderful job!!
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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 7:06 am

      She sure did! Hope you had a nice weekend, Brie! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Susie @ SuzLyfe says

    November 2, 2015 at 4:37 am

    Katy is amazing and she did a fantastic job! Now let’s talk about that first meal…. I WANT IT ALL
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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 7:05 am

      Yes, it was super good. I know we’ll go back there for more! Hope you had a nice weekend, Susie! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Marielle says

    November 2, 2015 at 5:20 am

    The Blog looks great, it’s always fun to spice up the look every once in ahwile!
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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 7:04 am

      Thank you, Marielle! 🙂 Happy Monday to you, lady!

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  6. Fiona says

    November 2, 2015 at 5:32 am

    What a fun looking weekend! We had a pretty low key weekend, took Sully around to the grandparents house to show him off in his Turtle costume and then we ran home hoping to hand out candy to millions of kids..nope we got 5 ..which means I have 3 boxes of candy leftover..thank god my husband took them to work because I could have easily polished off at least one box..I think we came close! With the time change Sunday, we laid low and finally caught up on Suits and got the yard prepped for dare I say winter…..that that’s about it! How times have changed from going out for Halloween to actually looking forward to staying in!!

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 7:04 am

      Hi Fiona! I know, I know! I was definitely planning to send the extra candy with Dave to work — but we didn’t even have extra heheh. I hear Suits is a good show by the way, but have never watched it. Hope you have a good day!

      Reply
  7. Catherine E Culligan says

    November 2, 2015 at 6:32 am

    Loving the blog makeover – easy on the eyes, good navigation and still kept your great color scheme!!

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    • Catherine Cormier says

      November 2, 2015 at 6:33 am

      Hmmmmm not sure why my maiden name showed up on my comment. Now you know who left it 🙂

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      • Ashley says

        November 2, 2015 at 7:03 am

        HA! Got ya!

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 7:02 am

      Thank you, Catherine! As a loyal reader, I’m really glad you like it. 🙂 Have a good Monday!

      Reply
  8. Gretchen | Gretchruns says

    November 2, 2015 at 6:39 am

    I love the new refresh! Everything looks really clean and the colors are popping a lot more. Great job Katy! When I need some changes I’ll definitely contact her 🙂 Happy November!
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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 7:02 am

      Yes, you definitely should work with Katy! Happy Monday to you, Gretchen. 🙂

      Reply
  9. Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

    November 2, 2015 at 6:40 am

    The refresh looks great, lady! I like that you stuck with the colours of your brand and just spruced things up a little bit 🙂 Hope you’re having a great Monday!
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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 7:02 am

      Thanks, Amanda! Glad you like it! I sure do! Happy Monday to you too! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Emily says

    November 2, 2015 at 7:12 am

    I love the new blog refresh. Everything stands out a bit more. 🙂
    Emily recently posted…How to Find Some Good Sunday Night ReadingMy Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 8:17 am

      Thanks, Emily! Hope you had a nice weekend! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Giselle Schroer says

    November 2, 2015 at 7:29 am

    Love the refresh! I’ve been needing some updates so might have to give Katie a call 🙂 I’ve always used the same designer but love supporting fellow bloggers and LOVE Katie! We were just talking about planning a train trip into the city or driving to Walnut Creek then taking Bart into the City. My son would love to ride on the train and it would be fun to take him to San Fran when it’s all decked out for Christmas 🙂
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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 8:17 am

      Hi Giselle! Yes to working with Katy. And YES to a trip to Walnut Creek! I’d love to meet for coffee on your way into the City. 🙂

      Reply
  12. Torry @ A World Without Wheat says

    November 2, 2015 at 7:46 am

    The blog looks good as does your weekend – lots of relaxation and good food. Can’t go wrong with a weekend like that!
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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 8:16 am

      Sure can’t, Torry! I hope you had a great weekend as well! 🙂

      Reply
  13. Jessica Doll says

    November 2, 2015 at 7:46 am

    Love the new look! I just went through a total rebrand and it’s been a nightmare. I’m glad to hear yours went smoothly. 🙂

    And your food always looks so delish. I hope all is well in your world, it’s been awhile!
    Jessica Doll recently posted…Stingray City, Cayman Islands Boat TripMy Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 8:16 am

      Sure has been a while, Jessica. Hope everything is going great with you! Perhaps we’ll run into each other one day soon. 🙂

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  14. Alyssa @ renaissancerunnergirl says

    November 2, 2015 at 8:13 am

    I like the new look! I spent the weekend doing marathon activities 🙂
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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 8:15 am

      Thanks, Alyssa! Marathon activities? Good work on those! 🙂

      Reply
  15. Heather @ Life In Leggings says

    November 2, 2015 at 8:54 am

    Hi Ashley! Katy is awesome, isn’t she? I’m sure there will come a time I will actually hire her to help me with blog tasks. I’ve certainly bugged her enough over the years with questions, and she’s always been my blogging knight in shining armor! Love her. The new functionalities are great!

    Not a fan of power yoga, huh? I go back and forth with it. I used to take at Orlando Power Yoga in Florida and LOVED it. I haven’t found a studio similar up here yet.
    Heather @ Life In Leggings recently posted…Halloween Weekend 2015My Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 11:44 am

      Hi Heather! That’s the thing, I am a fan of power yoga, but this particular studio I was NOT a fan of hehehe:) And yes, Katy sure is a blogging knight of shining armor hahah!

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  16. Cassie @ Almost Getting it Together says

    November 2, 2015 at 8:59 am

    Loving the new layout… so pretty!
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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 11:44 am

      Thanks, lady! 🙂

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  17. Pragati // Simple Medicine says

    November 2, 2015 at 9:04 am

    Collard wrapped beet burger?!!? Yes, please. Also, Katy is awesome! LOVE her 🙂
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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 11:43 am

      Yes, Doc. This place had some amazing food on the menu, so I will be going back! Hope you had a nice weekend! 🙂

      Reply
  18. jill conyers says

    November 2, 2015 at 12:59 pm

    The refresh looks great Ashley! Life is good with Body Pump and yoga 🙂
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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 2:52 pm

      Sure is, Jill! 🙂 Happy Monday to you!

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  19. Kat says

    November 2, 2015 at 1:26 pm

    I love the look of your blog!! The colors have always been awesome. Yellow is such a cheery color 🙂
    Kat recently posted…Monthly Favorites [October]My Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 2:52 pm

      Ohh thanks, Kat! I’ve always liked yellow. 🙂 Hope you’re having a great day!

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  20. Dani @ Dani California Cooks says

    November 2, 2015 at 1:38 pm

    I did pilates/spinning on Friday, yoga on Sat and a long run on Sunday – I’m super excited for today’s rest day!
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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 2:52 pm

      WOW, Dani! Good work on three nice workout days in a row. 🙂

      Reply
  21. Jessica @ Semi-Sweet Tooth says

    November 2, 2015 at 1:50 pm

    LOVE the new look! Being a new follower, I can’t wait to check out some of your past posts since they’re easier to find. (Moving out of the city?! You must be speaking directly to me…)

    I find yoga studios to be all over the place, but I either completely LOVE them, or they’re terrible (in my opinion.) Glad you at least tested it out, though!

    Thanks for sharing. 🙂
    Jessica @ Semi-Sweet Tooth recently posted…Weekly EnsemblesMy Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 2:51 pm

      Hi Jessica! I’m so glad you like the new site, and YES, please do check out the previous posts which were hidden in my last theme eheh. And so true about yoga studios– they are either good or bad. There’s rarely an in between! hahah!

      Reply
  22. Meghan@CleanEatsFastFeets says

    November 2, 2015 at 2:00 pm

    I’m curious to know what it was about the power yoga class you didn’t like…. but understand if you want to bypass the subject.

    That beet wrap is pretty amazing. I love the color beets give to everything; so bold and vibrant.

    Happy Monday and thanks for linking up with the Week in Review!

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 2:48 pm

      Hi Meghan!! The instructor was very much “in-your-face” about correcting participants, and I watched her put down someone near me in front of the whole class. I will NOT be becoming a regular member there hehhe! Oh well!

      Reply
      • Meghan@CleanEatsFastFeets says

        November 2, 2015 at 3:53 pm

        Oh my gosh, that’s awful and so not what yoga is about. Wow. That’s really too bad.
        Meghan@CleanEatsFastFeets recently posted…Week In Review: The Guerilla Gardener EditionMy Profile

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        • Ashley says

          November 2, 2015 at 4:25 pm

          I know!! The opposite of what yoga is about!

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  23. Julia @ Lord Still Loves Me says

    November 2, 2015 at 2:51 pm

    Love all of the new enhancements to the site! I need to undergo some transformation myself, so THANK YOU for linking to Katy! I’m gonna check her out and really appreciate your recommendation, Ashley. 🙂

    Also, you look fantastic in that green shirt in your weekly workouts photo! Love that color on you!
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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 3:22 pm

      Hi Julia! Thank you so much! And yes, you should totally reach out to Katy for blog help! 🙂 Have a great day!

      Reply
  24. James @ HalfMarathonJames says

    November 2, 2015 at 2:58 pm

    I don’t know what Power Yoga is, but I don’t think I’d like it… I’m just not cut out for any type of yoga.. Those were some lucky kids that were trick or treating.. 🙂 I was out during the evening so I missed the kids round here, and ended up eating most of it myself…
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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 3:27 pm

      Yoga can be hard to get into, James. It’s taken me years to like it. And I don’t always like it. But I do like candy. Hope you had a great weekend!! 🙂

      Reply
  25. Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says

    November 2, 2015 at 3:35 pm

    I love the new look, Ashley! Katy did such a good job.

    And I’ve been wanting to try Seed + Salt! It sounds like they have some really good stuff.

    Sorry your yoga class didn’t go as planned but I think’s it very classy of you not to embellish on your experience. It can be tough to balance being honest while also not bashing places/products and I think you walk that line very gracefully. 🙂

    Happy Monday, lady!
    Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health recently posted…Detoxifying Green Apple SmoothieMy Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 4:27 pm

      Thanks, Sarah! And yes, you would LOVE the Seed + Salt menu. I wanted everything. Not cheap though … 🙂 hahah! Dave got a burger from elsewhere of course.
      Ashley recently posted…A blog refresh, my weekend and my weekly workoutsMy Profile

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  26. Sam @ Grapefruit & Granola says

    November 2, 2015 at 3:47 pm

    Glad you were able to make the changes you wanted! I would like to do some things to my blog but the idea is intimidating 😉
    Sam @ Grapefruit & Granola recently posted…Things Loved in OctoberMy Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 4:26 pm

      Go for it, Sam! Redesign is not as scary as I had expected. Especially with Katy’s help! 🙂 Hope you had a nice weekend, lady!

      Reply
  27. P.Jeanne says

    November 2, 2015 at 5:12 pm

    Your blog looks GREAT!!! 🙂 And I totally LOL’d when you mentioned the power yoga class you took! Seeing your photos and hearing about your day in the City makes me miss it…hopefully next year we can get out there 🙂 Glad you had a nice weekend!!
    P.Jeanne recently posted…Weekend Fun!My Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 5:50 pm

      Thank you, lady!! I miss living in the City SO much! Hope you had a nice weekend! 🙂

      Reply
  28. Lilly says

    November 2, 2015 at 7:01 pm

    From someone who just entered the wold of self hosting – and has been taking extra care to study and notice things about other blogs – I really really like everything you’ve done. I find it simple, easy to navigate, inviting, and easy on the eyes. Sometimes I get a little scared away from blogs when there seems to be too much going on. So, awesome job – I hope you like it! And that food.. and that sandwich… gahhh.
    Lilly recently posted…Week in Review: Ending off OctoberMy Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 8:47 pm

      Thank you so much, Lilly!! I look forward to seeing what you do with your blog! 🙂

      Reply
  29. Khushboo says

    November 2, 2015 at 7:35 pm

    The blog fresh looks great, Ashley. It looks super clean and I especially like the drop-down menu – snazzy :D!
    Khushboo recently posted…Farro Avocado SaladMy Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 8:44 pm

      Well, thanks, lady! I like them too! Hope you’re having a good week so far! 🙂

      Reply
  30. Sheena @ Paws and Pavement says

    November 2, 2015 at 8:10 pm

    It looks great Ashley! Your blog has been eye-catching and easy to read so I always love popping over!
    Sheena @ Paws and Pavement recently posted…Weekly Workout Recap (11/2)My Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 2, 2015 at 8:43 pm

      Thank you, Sheena! 🙂

      Reply
  31. Jen @ Chase the Red Grape says

    November 2, 2015 at 11:38 pm

    I want that beet burger so bad! Looks amazing, hard to eat but who cares! Haha!
    Site looks great, sometimes it’s just those small tweaks that make all of the difference! 🙂
    Jen @ Chase the Red Grape recently posted…Week in Review!My Profile

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    • Ashley says

      November 3, 2015 at 6:57 am

      Thanks, Jen! I appreciate it! Hope you have a great week! 🙂

      Reply

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-Teaching and taking virtual fitness classes (I was a gym rat for years, and now I actually love to work out at home with my virtual fitness friends)
-Wearing my Apple watch for notifications so I don't always need to be on my phone and tracking some beneficial metrics (I've only had my watch for about 9 months, and I love to check my heart-rate and close my rings)
-Appreciating the ability to work for myself and giving myself friendlier deadlines (I've been my own boss for several years and used to be so strict with my deadlines, until I realized it was stressing me more than it needed to, so now I say no to a lot of things and only do what works well in my life, without adding too much unnecessary stress)
-Shorter workouts (full-hour workouts are a thing of the past for me)
-Wearing more colors (no more black uniforms every day)
-And more!
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I wrote a whole post about this topic on A Lady Goes West this week if this is of interest to you, and you can head on over and check it out. I'd love to know: What's something (random or not) that you've added to your life in the last year that you now love?
Over the weekend, I stepped foot into a big-box gy Over the weekend, I stepped foot into a big-box gym for the first time in more than 11 months. How did I feel about it? Mixed ... When we left California, gyms were still closed, and once we got to North Carolina, I was so used to not going to the gym, I didn't even think about going. After being here a month, I finally decided to get a guest pass at a gym near me, and I went twice. Here are my thoughts on the experience: 
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At first, I felt so excited to drive up and go in and work out in a big space with a lot of equipment and not be at home. But then reality sank in: Even though masks were required and there were signs everywhere reminding people, about half the folks in the gym had their masks off or had them down around their chin. Ummm, not cool. I get it, working out with a mask on sucks, but rules are rules, folks. I also didn't like that it was busier than I expected, and quite a bit of the equipment I wanted to use was occupied. That never happens at home.
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Overall, I'm glad that those who need to get to the gym are getting the opportunity, but right now, I think I'll go back to sweating safely at home for a little while longer. But at least I got my first locker-room selfie in almost a year. I'd love to know. Have you been back to the gym yet?
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