Goes inside

He pulled out of the driveway and headed towards the Taekwondo gym, the morning sun casting long shadows on the road. As he drove, he thought about how much had changed over the past year. This time last year, he never would have imagined starting his birthday with a run, a Taekwondo session, and a weightlifting workout.

Arriving at the gym, he parked and grabbed his bag, stepping out of the car. As he walks to the door and tries to open it he sees that it is not locked despite it being before the opening time of the gym, Tanya must have opened it for him. When he enters he sees that she is already hard at work.

Tanya has a fit and athletic physique, clearly showing muscular definition. She is performing a lunge exercise while holding a 22.5-pound dumbbell in each hand. She is dressed in a black sports bra and black athletic pants, which emphasize her toned midsection and arms. Her skin has a tan complexion, and her long, wavy brown hair falls over her shoulders, adding a touch of natural elegance to her look.

Her expression is focused and determined, but when she sees him she says "Ready for your birthday beatdown?" her eyes twinkling.

John laughed. "Bring it on. I'm ready."

"That's the spirit!" Tanya said, clapping him on the shoulder. "Let's get started."