Lean Lifting shirts are here!  These shirts are perfect for Febraury weather at the gym.  This Alternative Apparel, soft and slouchy pullover makes wearing a sweatshirt look stylish!  The dark grey is accented with "Lean Lifting" in purple on the neckline and "Confidence Through Strength" in white on the back waistline.  These shirts are $30 and can be purchased in our lobby or online.   Check out Vicki's success with the Lean Lifting 30 Day Challenge!  She lost 7 pounds, an inch off her waiste and is so happy about the results she continuing on her own!

Remember the HELEN Challenge is this Saturday!  This is your last opportunity to sign up for four weeks of training your mind to compete like a Champion!  Only 3 spots remain!

Saturday, March 10th is your chance to showoff your kettlebell skills.  RedBlack Gym and Kettlebell Underground present the 2nd annual Kettlebell Underground Challenge.  Coach Chris Hartwell and Coach Randal Setzler have created three Kettlebell WODs sure to test your fitness and skill.  This event is great for anyone with Kettlebell or CrossFit experience.  We dare to enduce a rivalry between Kettlebell athletes and indoor CrossFit athletes.  Come prove that your training is superior and take the title!  Last year our friends at Punch Gym came and dominated both the male and female categories.  We love the community involvement and invite our fellow athletes to come participate.  Our trophy is sure to inspire your workouts and make you proud to use a kettlebel!  This challenge is open to the public! 

Kettlebell Challenge | Saturday, March 10th
@ CrossFit Central on Burnet
8:00am - 11:00am
Cost $50
Capped @ 50 people
**open to the public

Registration Opens Wednesday, February 14th at Noon 

Nicole lost 26 pounds, 12.2% body fat & 5 dress sizes

"Since joining CrossFit Central, I have actually achieved the body I’ve always wanted – strong, lean, and feminine.  At my first body comp with Coach John Del Peral, we discussed my aggressive fat-loss goals and he challenged me to 30 days of super-strict nutrition coupled with CrossFit WODs.  With Coach JDP’s help, I reprogrammed my brain, gut and taste buds to love the Paleo lifestyle.

CrossFit Central has given me the courage to try things I never thought I could do. I remember standing with Coach JDP under the pull-up bar during my goal-setting and I was terrified to even jump up and grab the bar! I figured I’d be so weak that I would just fall right back off. Three months and I could do 10 unbroken!

I’m applying this newfound courage to all areas of my life - whether it’s having a hard parenting conversation, tackling a new project at work, or following my passion. I actually launched PaleoBetty.com as a way to share my love for gourmet cooking with the Paleo community. Just because we’re Paleo doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy amazing food!"  Read Nicole's Story

Congratulations Moni!  During the last meeting of Champion Mindset, Moni set a goal of running a 5K for the first time.  As of Wednesday, she had no idea which race to take on or when it might be.  Moni quickly got into action and on Saturday complete her first 5K.  Moni ran in The Color Run with a few of her friends.  The Color Run participants trekked through miles of mud and lots of color expolosions.  As you can see, Moni picked a really fun race to make her first.  Congratulations Moni, way to put action in front of your fear to accomplish your goals! #Choose2Be

The Champion Mindset HELEN Challenge begins this Saturday.  Ladies, this is your chance to strengthen your mind and train your brain to compete like a champion!  Only 5 spots remain!

The HELEN Challenge
Begins, Saturday, Feb 11th
12:00pm - 2:00pm
More Info & Register

Six weeks ago several of our coaches began a Super Squat program with Strictly Strength Founder, Travis Holley.  A project that began as an opportunity to work on squats and build physical strength has developed into much more.

"In addition to that, not every week is considered an "On-Week".  We've all been there.  Things just are flowing the way that you would like, but what we've learned is the invaluable lesson of being able to flip the switch.  To turn your mind off and focus on one thing for a specific purpose, knowing full well that it will be the hardest thing you do until next Friday.  This ability to focus your mind, body, spirit and the combined energy from all three has been a truly spiritual experience for me.
The gym is where I connect with myself.  The gym is where I connect with others.  The gym is where I grow, where I learn from my mistakes and build upon them to become stronger on all levels of being human."

What do you have in your life that connects you with others and continually makes you better?

The Double Cs went on a cruise!  Molly Nye took the Double Cs on a week long cruise in the Carribean.  Molly is not only an amazing singer/song writer she is one of the newest additions to our staff.  As many of you know, she is endlessly friendly and not afraid to make new friends.  Molly recently went on a week long cruise and of course brought her CrossFit expertise with her.  She found time at least once, sometimes twice each day to take over the gym onboard.  She even met a fellow CrossFitter from Dallas while at sea.  Burpees in the middle of a boat gym will bring total strangers together.  Great job Molly!  Thanks for taking the Double Cs on a fantastic vacation! 

Kurt lost 20 pounds & 12% body fat

"One huge thing for me is that during this process of embracing better nutrition and consistent CrossFit WODs, I've been through some pretty major personal challenges.  CrossFit Central ATX has been a big part of getting me through it.  Not only has CrossFitting given me an extra reason to get some exercise, it provided a way to take out some frustrations in a very healthy manner.

CrossFit Central ATX has really changed my perspective on working out and what it means to be fit.  I've always run a lot and never liked to lift weights.  The CrossFit Central and Central ATX coaches do such a great job of promoting a collegial environment! All of the Coaches I have worked with Jen Cardella, JDP, Jess Estradaand Aaron Arehart constantly push me but manage to keep workouts light and fun as well!

Now I'm in the best shape of my life and I am so much better in all of the sports I play and coach for my three boys.   My energy is high, my metabolism is cranking and I am no longer resigned to wearing size 35 pants!  Best of all my sons now ask me if I have tickets to the Gun Show!"

Congratulations Allison!  Allison is part of Coach John Del Peral's infamous 5:15pm "Happy Hour" crew.  Allison is an incredible example of someone who has chosen to be an athlete.  She began at CrossFit Central in 2009 after giving birth to her second child.  Allison was determined and became one of our 2010 Success Stories.  Nothing has slowed her down since joining!  She has even inspired other athletes to take on CrossFitting including her OBGYN!  Last Friday, Allison and Dr. Reue completed an early morning workout together before delivering her son Case!  Delivery day did not slow her down!  Allison completed "Nicole" with zero scaling!   

"Actually, throughout the 9 months Allison scaled few things. Handstand walk and olympic weightlifting were all apart of her training regime. She was even a top finisher in most workouts up until the halfway point of her pregnancy!  Allison, we wish you a speedy recovery and will see you soon in the gym crushing workouts again!" --Coach JDP

Check out the latest transformational story from Coach Crystal Nelson's Fuel-21!  From losing his vision due to Diabetes to Paleo, AJ shares his journey and incredible success! 

Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman once said, “If you have a body, you’re an athlete.” Bill is a visionary man, but we have a different definition. We believe YOU make the choice to be an athlete. You make the choice to show up. To show up and run, jump, lift and move. You make the choice to improve your overall health and quality of your life. And most likely, you inspire your friends and family to improve their overall health. 

Athlete: [ath-leet]  noun
{Someone who is trained or skilled in exercises or sports requiring physical strength, agility, or stamina} 
ie: CROSSFIT
CrossFit is the Sport of Fitness and you, as a part of CrossFit Central, CrossFit Central ATX, CrossFit Trigger Point & Relentless Athletic Training are involved in the Sport of Fitness!

If you’re reading this, and thinking, “No way, I’m not an athlete!” Do you take on CrossFit or Relentless Athletic Training classes? If so, you are an athlete. If you’re reading this and thinking “I just want to fit in my jeans or keep up with my grandkids, I have no desire to take on competitions.” That’s ok too!  But consider that every time you choose a healthy meal or challenge yourself by stepping into the gym....you too are choosing to be an athlete.

"When I joined, CrossFit Central had an On-Ramp class, which was meant to teach athletes the basics of CrossFit and prepare them for regular classes. On my first day at CrossFit Central I saw a few women in a class doing pull-ups. I thought I would never be able to do that!  After 6 months, Coach Chris Hartwell, literally had to kick me out of the introductory class.  I did not believe I could take on the regular classes.  By force, I joined one of Coach Michael Gregory’s classes and began proving myself wrong.

Since joining CrossFit Central I have lost 50 pounds, 12% body fat and 3 dress sizes.  I am in the best shape of my life and only continue to get better. The confidence that I have gained in the gym has transformed all aspects of my life.  I now have the energy and confidence to do everything I want to do and more!  By learning to do something in the gym that seemed impossible, it has opened up my mind to the possibilities of things outside of the gym." Read Melissa's Story