End of the workout.

A hour later Shepard is drenched in sweat as the workout comes to an end. Ashley nodded in approval, a proud smile gracing her lips as she observed Shepard's perseverance and determination. The crew members gathered around, their expressions a mix of respect and admiration for Shepard's unwavering commitment to her training.

As the final minutes of the workout approached, Shepard's muscles burned with exertion, each movement a testament to her relentless drive. Beads of sweat glistened on her flushed skin, a tangible manifestation of her hard work and dedication to the intense session.

Miranda stood back, her keen eyes following every flex and strain of Shepard's sinewy muscles.

With each controlled movement, Shepard pushed through the final minutes of the grueling workout. The burn in her muscles intensified, a fiery reminder of the effort she poured into each repetition. Beads of sweat trickled down her forehead, mingling with the exertion that painted her skin in a glistening sheen.

Ashley continued to monitor Shepard's form, her eyes flicking between the clock and Shepard's unwavering determination. The crew members stood in awe, silently cheering Shepard on as she neared the end of the intense session. Samantha moved closer, a bottle of water in hand, ready to rehydrate Shepard once the workout concluded.

As Shepard pushed through the final minutes of the intense workout, her muscles quivered with exhaustion, each repetition a test of her physical and mental fortitude. Beads of sweat dripped down her forehead, her breaths coming in ragged gasps as she fought to maintain her form.

Ashley watched with a keen eye, impressed by Shepard's unwavering determination and grit. The way Shepard pushed herself to the limit showcased her resilience and commitment to her training, earning a newfound respect from her trainer.

At last, the timer chimed, signaling the end of the grueling workout. Shepard's chest heaved with exertion as she lowered the weights, her entire body tingling with the remnants of the intense session.

Shepard's heart pounded in her chest as she caught her breath, the echo of her pulsing veins almost deafening in the now quiet gym. She sat up on the bench, feeling the burn of her muscles and the rush of adrenaline coursing through her veins. The crew members watched her in silent admiration, their eyes reflecting the respect they held for her unwavering dedication.

Ashley approached Shepard, a proud smile on her face. "You did an incredible job, Shepard. Your determination and strength are truly impressive," she commended, her voice filled with genuine praise.

As Shepard accepted the heartfelt praise, Samantha handed her a bottle of water, the cool liquid refreshing against her parched throat.

As Shepard gratefully accepted the bottle of water from Samantha, she took a long, refreshing gulp, feeling the cool liquid soothing her parched throat. The crew members gathered around her, their expressions filled with admiration for her unwavering dedication and strength.

Still feeling the burn in her muscles from the intense workout, Shepard slowly stood up from the bench, her naked body glistening with sweat. Despite her initial discomfort with working out in the nude, she couldn't deny the freedom of not having sweaty clothes clinging to her skin, a small luxury she found surprisingly liberating.

Ashley approached Shepard, a look of pride evident in her eyes. "You really pushed yourself today, Shepard. "You've shown incredible determination and strength," Ashley praised, her voice filled with genuine admiration. Shepard nodded, a sense of accomplishment swelling within her chest at the trainer's words.

The crew members surrounded Shepard, offering words of encouragement and praise. Tali beamed at Shepard, her respect evident in her gaze. "You're a **** to be reckoned with, Shepard," she complimented, her admiration shining through.

Miranda, usually reserved, stepped forward, a rare smile gracing her lips. "I must admit, Commander, your dedication is truly impressive," she remarked, her eyes assessing Shepard with newfound respect.

Samantha beamed at Shepard, her admiration clear in her expression.