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More clarity, or if I went to the gym more.
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What one change would most improve the quality of your daily life?Originally asked
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The capacity to genuinely enjoy going to the gym.
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A 50-metre lido that was always empty when I went.
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The ability to walk in high heels.
A few zeros on my bank balance.
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