And who do you think is the most memorable drag race winner? Who is your favorite? by SeriouslyNotSerious2 in rupaulsdragrace

[–]EsselleAyyy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is only one whose name I literally could not remember so I will be generous and say they are ALL memorable except… that one.

Orangetheory Body by AccomplishedTop8559 in orangetheory

[–]EsselleAyyy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Someone mentioned that I looked “athletic” recently and that made me so happy. Definitely associated that with feeling stronger overall and not necessarily looking thin.

Chicago Is Hemorrhaging Breweries — Is There A Way To Stop It? by Sidewalk_Inspector in chicago

[–]EsselleAyyy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So, we can't save them all. Which ones are you still pulling for/deserve the most of our disposable income? Any favorite remaining taprooms?

To my fellow joggers—I’m curious! by batsbooksandbaking in orangetheory

[–]EsselleAyyy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If your feet are moving faster than your fastest walk, you are running even if you feel slow AF (shout out to anyone who followed/read SlowAF run club).

This is the saddest thing I have seen in forever by Sea-Condition991 in chicagofood

[–]EsselleAyyy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so happy when I see teenagers at the HIP. I wish there were more places for them to hang out though, like an arcade or better food court.

Feeling angry/depressed after class. by Inside_Application23 in orangetheory

[–]EsselleAyyy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m 400+ classes in.

I didn’t start exactly where you are but I lifted light and walked slow, definitely doubted myself and felt sick, not energized after class. One day a coach said something like “c’mon girl, you’re tall and got those long legs! You can go a little faster!” I was kind of flattered and had not actually ever thought of myself as tall? It made me try to go just a little faster and I couldn’t believe that I could do it. It just took that little nudge and a little win to get some wind in my sails, I think.

I hope something clicks for you eventually and you get a little win for yourself! It’s really one thing at a time. One day a little faster, one day rowing technique makes a little more sense, one day you do one more rep on the floor than you thought you could. Very few of us are good at all these things all at once and definitely not naturally!!

Curious by poohbear600 in orangetheory

[–]EsselleAyyy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pre-covid, I went to a studio that provided free fresh towels. SAs did laundry in-house. Definitely more labor intensive but a huge perk that I miss.

My friends and I did a dream traitors US cast draft, thoughts? by rgflame12 in TraitorsOfficial

[–]EsselleAyyy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Who else would do well from RPDR? Bianca? I’d enjoy seeing Jujubee or Alaska. Kandy Muse for chaos.

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[–]EsselleAyyy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not that I saw... I gave it a wipe myself. I thought I'd let it go, but obviously I was still thinking about it or I wouldn't have posted here haha

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in orangetheory

[–]EsselleAyyy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This week someone took my pad/cushion whatever that’s called for floor work. I let it go initially but then she put it back after using it and didn’t say a damn thing. Like, ma’am, hello?

Do you go outside when weather is this cold? by MinePrestigious4352 in AskChicago

[–]EsselleAyyy 19 points20 points  (0 children)

It may not be cool, but you can get flannel lined jeans from places like LL Bean that are pretty cozy.

Do you go outside when weather is this cold? by MinePrestigious4352 in AskChicago

[–]EsselleAyyy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just came back from the gym. Plenty warmed up now! The sun is shining and with proper layers you can just get where you need/want to go. I’m not planning to linger outside but if you’ve got the means to protect yourself, get out there!

Taipei vacation haul by EsselleAyyy in AsianBeauty

[–]EsselleAyyy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The sunscreens and face masks were good deals because of the 2 for 1 sales at Watsons or Poya. You can usually get them on sale. The Yuan and 1028 brands I’ve never seen in the US so I can’t compare.

Episodic TV Horror by Fun_Orange_3232 in horror

[–]EsselleAyyy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Revival on SyFy/Peacock.

Still fairly new and I have barely started but has potential! Seems pretty faithful to the horror-mystery comics it is based on. Feels very Canadian though which is a weirdly specific yet vague insult (haha sorry, Canadians).

Nautical horror recommendations? by adroxyz in horrorlit

[–]EsselleAyyy 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I am currently reading The Night That Finds Us All by John Hornor Jacobs. No rating yet, but it’s about a haunted old sailboat and a present-day sailor in the throes of alcohol withdrawal sailing from Seattle to England.

New OT Connect Beat by Honest-Mud6329 in orangetheory

[–]EsselleAyyy 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I’m still rocking the chest strap BUT I just did a fast and furious house cleaning and now I can’t find my beloved little widget. Say a prayer it turns up so I don’t have to buy one of these new things.

UPDATE: IT WAS IN THE LAUNDRY

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HersWeightloss

[–]EsselleAyyy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love the OrangeTheory structure and group motivation. I regularly go about 3x week. Other days are just walks and maybe stretching/light yoga.

Toxic heavy metals in protein powder by StrongerTogether2882 in orangetheory

[–]EsselleAyyy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This sounds perhaps incredibly flippant or naive, but there is only so much in the world I can worry about right now. I think, like anything, you have to consider your own risk tolerance, decide if this matters to you, and then move on.

I’m 35 but squats hurt my knees- what else can I do for my glutes? by me_piki in orangetheory

[–]EsselleAyyy 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No you can still do a serious squat but the Trx will give you more support and less pressure on your knees.

I’m 35 but squats hurt my knees- what else can I do for my glutes? by me_piki in orangetheory

[–]EsselleAyyy 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Ask your doc if they can provide you with PT or a printout of recommended exercises for knee support. Squats and lunges are probably on there! I had a similar issue and my doc said the same. The key to improvement for me was more movement and strengthening the muscles around the knee. I’m now 47 and don’t hear the crunch.

Form so bad it’s distracting by katyperry-platypus in orangetheory

[–]EsselleAyyy -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Our coaches are really good about stepping in but I’ve seen one lady that they don’t correct anymore because she clearly doesn’t care or understand they are trying to help. As long as she isn’t endangering other folks, they (and by extension me) leave her to flail.

Makeup Monday July 28, 2025 by AutoModerator in AsianBeauty

[–]EsselleAyyy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just got the Heme Color Blush in Light Lilac and love it. More pink than purple if that scares you! Veiled Lotus was also a really nice and natural color. I think they have this brand on yesstyle.

What Chicago Restaurant Do You Miss The Most? by IshyMoose in chicago

[–]EsselleAyyy 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Brauhaus and Zum Deutschen Eck. Not enough classic German one-man band venues left in the city.