The Big Move
My first photoshoot (ever) at Hyde Park Gym. I love this one, excessive spray tan and all. 2011. Thank you Ty Hardin
In October of 2017, I made a big move. I left my home gym, Hyde Park Gym, for a new location. Hyde Park Gym was in the middle of a “problem” of luxury: it was busy. We had weightlifters, powerlifters and people pumping iron in what felt like every space of the gym. There was high energy and lots of community.
So what’s the problem? As a trainer who plans every training session for every individual, I was making a lot adjustments during my client workouts.
The new gym had a great facility, quality equipment, and welcoming people. I am forever grateful for their open arms and the friendships I developed there.
But it wasn’t home.
I decided to give myself the best birthday gift this October 2018, and after a year, I returned home.
Homecoming
I am back 100% at Hyde Park Gym. My clients are loving the eclectic vibe and the unique community. Some of my clients are returning with me, and some are seeing Hyde Park Gym for the first time.
The gym has found a balance between busy-ness and availability, and it feels like a step back into the golden years. I’ve not had to wait for a rack, and people work together. My old friends and gym friends are here; like I never left.
People welcomed me back with open arms and asked where I had been. To some of them, I said I was on vacation for a little while. It’s a time warp, you know. Some believed me, some did not.
Eleanor the gym dog has the same puppy-like greeting. Brook, the owner, is as supportive as ever. All are welcome, whether elite lifters, or beginners.
The Hyde Park Gym community defies explanation. Everyone eventually comes back to this place, whether to visit or to lift again. Truly, you have to experience it to understand it.
Thanksgiving
I’m SO happy to be back. To say that I am thankful is an understatement. I’d be more than thrilled to introduce you to the Hyde Park Gym community if you’d like to find an oasis of supportive and fascinating people in central Austin.
In the meantime, I suggest you find the communities, the tribes, the groups in your life where you feel genuinely and authentically happy. Seek those out on a regular basis, and you’ll see your happiness in life increase.
Happy Thanksgiving, all!
Proud mama feels right here for Emily’s photoshoot. Photography by Becca Ewing.
Here too! I adore my client Holly! She and her family are part of the fabric of Hyde Park Gym. Becca’s amazing photography again.
Yeah, I know you’ve seen this picture everywhere. I think it’s my favorite. Thank you Matthew!
Tire flipping. Photo by Becca Ewing
I seriously love the character of this wall, and this entire building. Also by Matthew DeFeo
My amazing group of women at The Chick Workout
Abby! One of my biggest supporters!
My sweet friends at Hyde Park Gym. What a great group!!
