Hello, my friends! A very happy Thursday going out to you! In the wee, early morning hours today, Dave and I headed off to the airport to begin our extended-weekend trip to Florida for Memorial Day. During this trip, I will not only be standing up as a bridesmaid for one of my oldest and dearest friends, but Dave and I will also be celebrating our third wedding anniversary and spending time with family and friends. To say we are excited — well, I think that’s a given.
Now that we’re caught up on life, it’s time to talk about something cool …
Finding my passion and sharing it with others
I’ve got some news to share with you that I’ve been waiting to announce. But first, let me step back and explain why this is so important.
It took me a very long time to get to a place where I love what I am doing and feel like I am truly using my talents in my career and in my life. I’ve worked in a number of jobs in the corporate world and every single experience has given me the tools I need to be where I am today, whether or not I enjoyed doing it at the time.
Lately, I’ve been feeling extra grateful for the opportunities that I’ve had both through my fitness career, as well as through writing and blogging. Working at a new Orangetheory, teaching my Les Mills classes and running A Lady Goes West — well, those are all things that make me incredibly happy.
And because of what I’ve been doing, I’m proud to announce I’ve been named a Fabletics Master. Fabletics, as you may know, is a brand of athletic apparel founded by Kate Hudson, which is becoming incredibly popular. And Fabletics Masters are ordinary people who have become “extraordinary” through a love and passion for fitness.
Joining the ranks as a Fabletics Master
I’m one of about 100 fitness-loving folks from around the world, who have been chosen to join this group …
My role as a Fabletics Master is to host local fitness events, continue to share my love of healthy living and fitness with my community and represent the ideals of Fabletics, which as you can imagine, are basically right in line with how I live my life.
Looking around the bios of other Masters, I’m in pretty good company …
What do we all have in common? We work in fitness as trainers and instructors and we’re devoting our lives to helping others.
A little preview of my profile on the Fabletics Masters site.
And how about that first line from my bio?
It’s a totally true statement to say that group fitness changed Ashley Pitt’s life. In fact, Ashley got her start in the fitness industry years ago when one of her favorite instructors pulled her onto the stage while taking a class to help demonstrate some moves. It was the start of something beautiful, and today, Ashley is both a personal trainer and group fitness instructor, who also writes the popular healthy-living blog, A Lady Goes West, which she started after relocating to the San Francisco Bay Area from Central Florida.
Yes, group fitness did change my life.
It’s been a long road to get to where I am today (with a long road ahead to keep growing!). And for those of you out there, who have something you’re passionate about, I encourage you to spend a little more time going after it. You never know where you’ll end up!
Representing Fabletics in style
In addition to being excited about my role, I’m also pretty darn happy that I get to wear Fabletics clothing. Because in my line of work, I can never have enough workout gear. (I do, however, need more space in my dresser drawers and some help with the laundry.)
Check out the lovely welcome package I received from Fabletics a few weeks ago, including my first outfit. I love the colors and patterns on the matching tops and bottoms.
Me and Fabletics = a great match!
Order your first workout outfit from Fabletics today
If you want to try Fabletics for yourself, your first outfit is only $25. You can sign up to be a VIP and get monthly shipments, or just buy what you want, when you want. And guess what? They just launched a men’s line as well, FL2, which looks pretty awesome. Visit Fabletics today! <<This is my personal Masters referral link, and if you use it, I’ll get some credit. So thanks for your support!>>
That’s all I’ve got for today, my friends. I’ll be back with you in the morning from Florida with a fresh set of my weekly “Friday Favorites.”
And to my local Bay Area people, keep your eyes and ears peeled for my first Fabletics event. Have an awesome day!
Questions of the day
What’s something that you’re passionate about?
What changes have you made in your life for the better?
Chrissy @Pink Polish and Running Shoes says
Congrats Ashley! That’s awesome news. Have a great holiday weekend in Florida!
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Ashley says
Thank you so much, Chrissy! I hope your weekend is just great as well! 🙂
jill conyers says
Congratulations Ashley! Such an awesome opportunity for you. And fun too!
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Ashley says
Thanks so much, Jill! Have a lovely Thursday! 🙂
Ash Diamond says
Huge congrats! I want to try Fabletics in July when I’m back in the US!!
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Ashley says
Hi Ash! I hope you do! Hope you have an awesome day! 🙂 Thanks for saying hi!
Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes says
Wow!! Congrats! That is awesome!! I love Fabletics! You are a perfect choice for them! Well done!
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Ashley says
Thank you so much, Sue! 🙂 Have a wonderful day!
Becky @ Olives n Wine says
So many congrats to be had, Ashley! First of all, happy 3-year anniversary! I hope you two get out and celebrate in Florida this weekend. And a Fabletics Master, WOW!! I can’t wait to read more about your journey. Safe travels to Florida for the wedding and long weekend. Have fun celebrating!
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Ashley says
Thank you so much, Becky! I can’t wait to soak up some Southwest Florida sunshine, even just for a few days!
Tiffany @ The Chi-Athlete says
That’s AWESOME news! Congrats, lady! Safe travels, and have a blast!
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Ashley says
Thank you so much, Tiffany! Hope you have a wonderful day! Thanks for stopping by to say hello! 🙂
carissajade says
Congratulations Ashley! This is awesome news! So proud of you and absolutely have loved getting to know you and following along with your passions!
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Ashley says
Ohhh thank you Carissa! Right back at ya! I’m really glad we’ve connected. Have an awesome day! 🙂
Susie @ SuzLyfe says
Congratulations! Care to send me some clothes 😀
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Ashley says
Absolutely! What size? ahahah! Well no. We’ll do a trade. You send me some of that cheesecake you posted about the other FIRST, then I’ll get some clothes to you!! 🙂
Linz @ Itz Linz says
congrats, girly! they have such cute stuff!
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Ashley says
They sure do, Linz! Thank you!! Hope you have a wonderful Thursday! 🙂
Sara @ Lake Shore Runner says
Congrats Ashley!! That is so so so so exciting 🙂 I love fabletics. I order about once every few weeks. Have fun in Flordida….cant wait to see pics! And what you decided to do with your hair!
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Ashley says
Hi Sara! Oh I’m looking at Pinterest as we speak for hair ideas heheh! Hope you have a lovely Thursday, lady!
Heather @Fit n Cookies says
Congratulations!! That is HUGE!! So excited for your new adventures!
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Ashley says
Ohhhh thanks, Heather! I appreciate it! Hope you have a wonderful day, friend! 🙂
Courtney Koch says
I am so excited for you Ashley! And I’m truly inspired by you. I am so passionate about so many of the things you are too and I wish I had the guts to just go after it. Go you!
Enjoy your time in Florida and congrats to Melissa!
Ashley says
Hi Courtney! I’m so excited to see all of things you’re going after right now! Keep up the awesome work with your coaching and inspiring!:) And have a wonderful day!!!
Lynda@fitnessmomwinecountry says
Ashley, so exciting. Congrats on all the cool stuff happening for you. Have a fabulous mini vacation 🙂
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Ashley says
Ohhh well thanks, Lynda! You are sweet! I appreciate it. Hope you have a nice LONG weekend as well! 🙂
Lisa @ Running Out Of Wine says
Congrats Ashley! What great news! I hope you have a great trip:)
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Ashley says
Thank you, Lisa!! Have a lovely day, my friend! 🙂
lindsay Cotter says
congrats friend! you are one FAB ambassador for them!
Ashley says
Thanks, Lindsay! I appreciate your kind words! Have a lovely day!! 🙂
Lisa @ Strum Simmer Sip says
That’s amazing! Congrats! I love Fabletics 🙂 Glad you are doing so well, it’s so inspiring to see so many great opportunities come your way!
Lisa
Strum Simmer Sip
Ashley says
Hi Lisa, Thank you so much! Glad you’re a Fabletics fan! Hope you have a wonderful day! 🙂
Jessie R says
Congrats Ashley! I love what I have ordered from Fabletics! I’ve used JustFab a few times as well :).
Happy Anniversary and have a great visit home!
Ashley says
Thank you so much, Jessie! Hope you have a lovely day and long weekend! 🙂
Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious says
Congratulations! You definitely deserve all the opportunities you are getting! I have to say I was working with Fabletics last year. They were sending me outfits and I adored them. Then they suddenly stopped communicating with me with no explanation. I was highly disappointed in this. I could only attribute it to the fact that I was injured and could not post as much on social media as I was not working out as much. I could only assume they have something against injured people which is not right. Again I love their clothing and I am so happy for you but I do think they have questionable morals. Please do not take it the wrong way just want to share my experience so perhaps you can share that with them in your role.
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Ashley says
Hi Megan, I’m terribly sorry to hear about your experience. I’m hoping that there was a miscommunication, but again, it’s terrible that you’ve not had a good thought about Fabletics in your mind based on what happened with you. I will tell you that the Masters program is not run by the PR team though. 🙁 And so far, I’ve been very happy with the Fabletics folks that I’m working with.
Jamie King says
Congrats, that is awesome news!
Ashley says
Thank you so much, Jamie! And as always, thanks for sharing my news! 🙂 Have a lovely day! Hope you’re doing well!
Heather@hungryforbalance says
Congrats!! That is so exciting for you! I hope you have a fun and relaxing trip!
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Ashley says
Thank you so much, Heather! Hope you have a great day and weekend! 🙂
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Brie @ Lean, Clean, & Brie says
That is awesome news! It is so great to read about finding your passion through group fitness and now you are a group fitness instructor! That is so inspiring to me. Enjoy your trip!
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Ashley says
Thank you so much, Brie! I really appreciate it! Hope you have a lovely day! 🙂
Cassie @ Almost Getting it Together says
Congrats on becoming a Fabletics Master – that is so exciting! Can’t wait to see all your cute workout clothes (not that you already don’t look super cute all the time haha!)
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Ashley says
Thanks, Cassie! I appreciate it. Hope you’re having an awesome week! 🙂
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Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says
That’s awesome news! Congrats, lady! That outfit is super cute too.
I hope you guys have a safe and fun trip back home! Enjoy that warm weather. It is cold and gloomy here….again. 🙂
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Ashley says
Hi Sarah! Thanks, we’re looking forward to Florida sunshine! Hope you have an awesome long weekend (or at least I hope you have a day off??) 🙂
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Chris says
Congrats and well deserved! You’re in good company indeed. Glad they have guys stuff now… but I haven’t checked it out yet. Perhaps I need to do this! 😉
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Ashley says
Hi Chris! The guys Fabletics stuff is pretty darn cool! Thanks for the kind words. Have an awesome week!! 🙂
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Samantha says
Congrats on some big news and your anniversary! I love Fabletics (my paycheck not so much) but I definitely hope you will share all of your outfits on the blog. Cant wait to see them!
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Ashley says
Hahaha Samantha! I know! Workout clothes are addicting, because you know you put them to good use heheh. Have a wonderful day!! 🙂
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Lindsey says
Congratulations Ashley! I am so happy that I recently found your site and am excited to follow your journey!
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Ashley says
Hi Lindsey! Ohhh thank you so much, lady!! Hope you have a wonderful day and weekend:)
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Annette@FitnessPerks says
Congrats, Ashley! Fabletics has some super cute stuff-I love wearing it all!
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Ashley says
Thanks, Annette! It sure is good stuff! Hope you have a good night! 🙂
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Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says
A huge congrats, Ash!! I’m a huge lover of Fabletics and have been for over a year now. I wear their stuff allll the time!! You’ll love it! Have a great trip this weekend!
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Ashley says
Thanks, Ash! Loving the Fabletics! 🙂 Happy Thursday, Momma!
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Brittany Lesser says
Congrats, that’s awesome!!!
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Ashley says
Thanks, Brittany! Hope you have an awesome day, pretty lady! 🙂
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Melanie says
Hi Ashley!
Congrats on becoming a Fabletics Master! I’m a huge fan of Fabletics apparel– their capri leggings are my favorite!
I’m a new reader of yours and I have really enjoyed exploring your site! Happy to have found you 🙂
Hope you have a nice holiday weekend!
Melanie
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Ashley says
Hi Melanie! Ohhh thanks for saying hi! I’m glad you found my site too. And yes, I’m loving the Fabletics capris I’ve tried so far. Hope you have a wonderful weekend as well!
Diane says
Congrats on becoming a Fabletics Master! So cool — they make great stuff! I love reading posts like this about how people have gotten to where they are now. You deserve all your success!
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Ashley says
Oh thanks so much, Diane! I really appreciate it!
Janelle @ Wholly Healthy says
Congrats – that is so exciting!
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Ashley says
Thanks, Janelle! Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend! 🙂
Caity @ Moi Contre La Vie says
You are SUCH a rockstar!! Congratulations on your FAB news, I’m so excited for you! <3
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Ashley says
Thanks, Caity! 🙂