IG doesn’t have the character space for this week’s special Valentine’s feature. 🤗
Ashley is resilience, personified. Her commitment to staying true to herself despite facing obstacles that crumble most people, helped her to come alive. She is tender, understanding, kind, and stronger than she gives herself credit for. If you need a friend, a warm hug, a laugh, or sound advice, she’s there for you. There’s magic in how she frames her thoughts and she carefully considers every one around her. If we could duplicate her, we would. ❤️ We love you Ash! Cheers Ms. Feature! .
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•3 Words that describe you the best are: 
Organized, positive, intentional
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•Top 3 favorite songs on rotation are? *Life is Good by Future/Drake
*929 by Halsey
*You Can’t Stop the Girl by Bebe Rexha
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•How are you going to crush 2020?
I’m a big goal setter. So my “resolutions” this year are:
1. To read 1 book/month
2. To be more patient (by journaling 3x a week)
3. To be more mindful of my nutrition
2019 was a year FULL of change for me. I am hoping that 2020 is more steady and more foundational in several areas of my life.
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•Any advice you’d like to share about crossfit/life/anything?
Don’t give up before the miracle happens. No matter what you are going through or where you’ve been, you are the author of your own story. If you find yourself in something that doesn’t work/fit for you, then it’s up to you to make a change!
Also, you don’t need to have an “athletic background” to CrossFit! I didn’t play any sports in high school or college, and I started CrossFit with an 85# deadlift and absolutely zero conditioning. Just gotta show up consistently and have fun doing fitness! After almost 8 years of working out 5x a week, I still never have the feeling of “Okay, I’ve made it.” There’s always something to work on and an area to improve on. But for sure I wouldn’t be doing it if it wasn’t still fun!
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•What do you like most about being a part of the Bedlam fam? 
I love the positive atmosphere at Bedlam. I love walking into the gym and getting a hug from Cass, a high five from Gabe, or a fist bump from JA (just to name a few!) I feel so welcomed, supported, and encouraged by ...

The look on your face when we tell you there’s more burpees this week... Jusssssssssst kidding everyone. 😉
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#bedlamcrossfit
#bedlamstrong
#buckfurbees
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Aracely “Cely” Salazar is a gem. She’s the girl you hope shows up to class with you at 6am because she just makes the experience so much better. No matter if it’s really early or late in the afternoon she’ll put a smile on your face and a laugh deep down in your belly. This girl also knows the value of hard work. She isn’t afraid to try new things and remains patient throughout this challenging process. Cely, we are so proud of you and all you continue to do. Thank you for choosing us each day and for what you do for this community. Congrats on being this week’s feature! .
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•3 Words that describe you the best are: PATIENT, PASSIONATE, LOVING
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•Top 3 favorite songs on rotation are? ANYTHING BY FLEETWOOD MAC, TEGAN & SARA, and RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS ( CAN'T JUST PICK 3).
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•How are you going to crush 2020?
TAKE LIFE ONE DAY AT A TIME AND NOT STRESS MYSELF OVER THE LITTLE THINGS.
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•Any advice you’d like to share?
•KEEP GOING, YOU CAN DO ANYTHING 10 SEC. AT A TIME. .
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•What do you like most about being a part of the Bedlam fam?
SO MANY DIFFERENT PERSONALITIES UNDER ONE ROOF SOMEHOW ARE BONDED BY THE LOVE AND FAMILY FEEL THAT BEDLAM PROVIDES.
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#bedlamfeaturefriday
#bedlamfamily
#bedlamcrossfit
📸 - @cassgphoto ...

Put your hands together for this week's feature, #notyouraverage Joe Zavala!
If it's your first day, Joe is one of the best people to meet that will give you the warmest welcome. He's a big ol teddy bear with a lot of love and sweat
to go around. Growing wiser by the day he's a staple Bedlam OG and his presence is
felt everywhere he goes. We appreciate his support and love for this place (he's got the
Bedlam tattoos to prove it.) and can't imagine it without him.
Thank you for your openness, good vibes, and occasional country tunes. 😉 Congrats on being this week's feature, AND for the lifetime of happiness
that awaits you with your soon-to-be Mrs. Zavala. ❤️
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•3 Words that describe you the best are: -dedicated
-selfless -Father
And I need one more word to fully described me..... 🥵 *** SWEATY *** 🥵
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•Top 3 favorite songs on rotation are? ...
-The way she loves me - Cody Johnson
-Stone - Whiskey Myers
-Us Time - Stoney Larue .
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•How are you going to crush 2020?
-I’m gettin married so I’d say 2020 is already crushed! 🤘🏻😝🤘🏻But seriously..Being consistent, being positive, being patient, and trusting the process. .
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•Any advice you’d like to share?
-People should really try working out to country music it’s not as bad as you think.. 🤣
-It’s ok to scale the workout.
-You don’t have to beat anyone but yourself
-Sweaty Joe hugs give you PR’s
-Bald is Beautiful -No matter what you're going through, it will always get better. -The day you don’t feel like going to the gym is the best day to go to the gym! -Eat the donut, take the vacation, drink your favorite drink, but don’t do crack, crack is whack! .
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•What do you like most about being a part of the Bedlam fam? -There is so much I love about Bedlam I can’t really narrow it down..The coaches are awesome, the workouts kick my ass, and the people are so accepting and inclusive. Bedlam is such a mishmash of so many different people and personalities and no matter our views on things we all agree on one thing.. BURPEES SUCK! After becoming apart of this family I have made countless friendships that have gotten me through my toughest times and I am so thankful for my bedlam fam! ...

Feature Fridays are back for 2020 and we are delighted to share our first member: Jasmine Martinez! Jas is as genuine as can be. Her presence is warm and her hugs feel like therapy. She’s been making great and consistent progress both in and out of the gym for some time now and we are excited for what’s to come along her journey. Thank you for choosing us as your fam Jas. We love you! .
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•3 words that describe me best 
1. Compassionate 
2. Kind
3. Open Minded
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•Fop 3 Favorite songs on rotation:
*Makes Me Wonder / Maroon 5
*La Bicicleta / Carlos Vives & Shakira *HandClap / Fitz and the Tantrums .
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•How I will crush 2020:
I will crush 2020 by following all the things that make me feel more like myself and being much more mindful. .
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•Any advice you’d like to share?
My advice is to always make the choices that are best for you even if they’re hard to make and keep choosing them every day. This can range from choosing water over soda to leaving a job you’re unhappy with. Do those things future you will thank you for. .
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•What do you love most about Bedlam?
The feeling of family and home you get as soon as you walk in the door from hugs, smiles, and greetings. This gym cares about reaching fitness goals but also everything else about your wellbeing. It’s very warm and inclusive. I’m grateful to be a part of it. .
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#bedlamfeaturefriday ...

Get you a lifting partner that will keep it real for you like @darling_dali77 does. 🤗
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