October's almost over and November's sneaking up on us, which means it's usually about that time when I start feeling extra lazy and unmotivated.  Between the colder temperatures and the fact that it now gets dark at 6:00 PM, forcing myself to workout has been a

struggle

.

It's times like these where I have to force myself to not only "workout", but to find a workout that I really enjoy and look forward to.

I can't stress this enough...don't just "go to the gym" if that isn't your thing or if you feel off centered there.  Find something that makes you feel YOU, confident, and that you enjoy.

I've been slacking on cardio lately too.  K, I promise this post isn't going to be a "I've been slacking at everything and I'm here to tell you about it", but if we're keeping it real, I haven't been 100% with my workouts and my cardio.

I've been looking for a good class to get my cardio in, so when

CycleBar

reached out to tell me they were opening a new location in Houston, I was all ears.

A good spinning class once in a while gets me going.  I don't do it too often, but I crave an upbeat, fast-paced, good badass cycling class from time to time.

CycleBar

opened a new studio in

Sawyer Heights

and (so kindly) invited a handful of fitness-passionate bloggers, influencers, and whoever (they are SO inclusive, really), out for their soft opening of the location.

The studio is so spacious, which I

loved

.  I'm so used to spinning studios being so cramped and stumbling into people constantly saying "excuse me" when I'm trying to put my dang shoes on before class.  They had so much space in the front and near the lockers so everyone could have some personal space.

Can't lie, the snack table was pretty enticing and I had a handful of strawberries, a banana, and some champagne before class.  It was mostly healthy, so...?!

The class was

incredible

.  Basically, I felt like I was at the club without actually having to be at the club.  Couldn't be more perfect for me.                                  

The music was on-point, our instructor had the

best

 energy, and the lights and vibe was the perfect club feel.  Anything that makes me feel like I'm out without actually having to be out, where I get to wear workout clothes, burn a ton of calories, and listen to good music is the perfect class in my book.

We sweat it out BIG time and toasted to CycleBar's new location afterward!  Hats off to a damn perfect event.

Also, let me just say how awesome Houston's fitness community is.  I think so many times we encounter people who aren't the friendliest, are a little snobby, and just not positive to be around.  Everyone at the event (influencers, staff, literally everyone) was inclusive, kind, and eager to chat and meet new people.  I love that.

If you guys are looking for a great spin class or just want to check out their location, GO!  You won't regret it.

CycleBar also has tons of other locations across the US, so go check them out

here

(for anyone reading who's not in Houston)!