AWESOME!! thanks for posting this. Amazing progress and motivational.
I know going into an old school gym can be intimidating for many. But I've found that many experienced lifters are extremely supportive and encouraging to new people who truly are there to make a change and are willing to learn and put in the work.
No one shows up to the gym weighing 225 at 8% BF. We all have to travel the same long path. The time along that path can vary greatly, but no one magically just arrives.