So I'm new to the area/newly single, don't know anyone, figured I'd join a gym (as well as these forums!)

I joined this elitist (extravagant) gym where all the employees dress like they are in an office and most look like they could be part time models (or air hostesses from the '60s).

So I joined earlier this week and, surprise, was set up with an HB8 sales person. I'm 24, I'd guess she's anywhere from 24-27. Made the deal, nothing special, but was able to make her smile. Again, she's paid to be nice to me so this means nothing.

SUCCESS--TBD?

So yesterday I go to the gym, do my thing, and end up grabbing a bite post-workout in the cafe. I see this woman but she is with two co-workers and I was so hungry I didn't even acknowledge her.

Mid-meal, she approached me (again, no prior eye-contact or anything) to ask how I was liking the gym (IOI?). I was seated at a hi-rise bar type table, so she was standing across from me. At this point, she was no longer being nice because it was her job. She could've said "great" and left. She stayed and we talked about aspects of our personal lives. She asked several questions about me (IOIs?). 10 minutes must have passed and she left.

At one point she said she doesn't go out much in my town because she has a long commute. Was thinking this could be a window to say "come out with us, crash at my place if you're too drunk".

What are some good next moves in this situation? Totally new to this...

It's always hard to read a girl like that. Sounds like she's interessted.
Just do more of the after gym stuff, you might see her more, and find out whats her drive to be in contact with you. If thats good, offer a option to take her out and bring her home (or she could stay at your place).
You need to give her the space she needs to show you what she wants.

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Agreed. Tough to read this early on because she is technically on the clock.

However, the conversation DID quickly turn personal -- and I was in total control. I had this HB approach my table and chat me up while I just sat there looking comfy.

Thing is, she lives about 45 minutes away, so the "driving her home" thing wouldn't be so great. She works there almost every day, the hours I go to workout so odds are very high I'll see her on a regular basis.

I guess I'm wondering HOW to find out what her drive is. Obviously, if she were to approach again that would be great but cannot realistically count on that.

Hopefully, you are correct. I'll just keep on "being there", give her space, and let her show what she wants. She was bold enough to do the initial approach, after all right?

Indeed continu doing what you we're doing (going to the gym). You can do some kino, negging from your comfy zone (in or outside the gym). This way you can safely find out whats her drive.

We'll the initial approach can be because you're new, thats actually something that can be a big turn on for females. Same goes if you head out to a city you dont know, the girls there dont know you, they will be more interessted into you, because of that fact.

Loads of girls arround,, so no need to rush,, enjoy your single time a bit

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Yeah man, appreciate the advice.

It's been 3+ years since I've had to work to earn a woman's attraction, it is totally not natural for me. I need to create a spark somehow... I have a plan but no method of execution. Negging is in my personality, however kino is not -- no freaking clue how to initiate that kind of stuff.

Will provide an update this week if I see her again at the gym.

hey so although I haven't been back to the gym, I received a HAND WRITTEN note from this person. It mentioned one of the things we talked about and was a decent length (8 sentences or so). IOI??? Maybe they do this for everyone... I'll probably see her tonight.

This sounds like too much "waiting to see what happens"
Take a chance, what's the worst that can happen?
The next time you two are having a "comfortable chat" try saying something like, "So we've been chatting for a while now, whenare you going to ask me out?"
It has a hint of cocky/funny with a mild DHV. If she blows you off, you don't have to waste any more time. If she laughs then you could push her to make a decision as to when and where she'll be taking you.
A 45 minute drive is a minor obstacle and shouldn't be a crutch to derail this endeavor.

Good Luck!