Travis County Strength

WE CARE.
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We care about the art of coaching
We care about the way we communicate
We care about serving our community
We care about how we show up each day
We care about continual growth
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LEAD FROM THE FRONT is not just a catchphrase. It is how our coaches operate every day and it’s a core principle of our culture here at TCS.
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If any of this hits home for you, or you know of someone that demonstrates these characteristics, I’d like to sit down and have a chat.
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Coaching/Training experience is obviously a plus, but I can teach someone how to coach. I can’t teach them to care. So let’s start there.

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That 1/365 Crew
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Thanks for joining in on all the fitness fun on this first day of 2023. Starting the year of by doing some challenging and rewarding with good people supporting you seems like the best way to kick it off.
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TCS HOLIDAY HANG SESH
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It’s happening this evening from 5-8pm at . We know it’s a busy time of year, but we hope you can make it. See y’all soon!
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A BIG WEEKEND FOR TCS’ers IN THE WILD.
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crushed another Strongman comp this weekend, taking 1st place yet again. So for those of you keeping track…2 comps and 2 1st place finishes - she’s a force!
has done great work with Barbra and TK and traveled out to Dallas to lead them through it all.
On the other end of the fitness spectrum, long-time TCS’er, completed her first marathon and did so with purpose and grace.
Super proud of everyone going out on a limb to do some relatively obscure, and very challenging s**t this weekend.
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LUMBERJACKED
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This Friday evening we do the work and then finish with the fun. Hope to see you there.
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Registration link in profile.
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THANKSGIVING DAY FITNESS
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A great turnout for our workout this am. I am incredibly grateful for yall spending your morning with us, and so thankful for the people that make TCS a special place.
Now go enjoy that GRUB!!!
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has some big news to share with the TCS family. I don’t mean to tease it, but in an effort to keep it “in the circle” initially, I have sent out an email to everyone that subscribes to our newsletter. Check that out when you’re able.
For those that don’t subscribe to the newsletter, I first ask “why?” And secondly, I will share the news on Instagram later tonight. Stay tuned.
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TCS FUEL
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Our goal is and always has been to help you feel, look and perform your best. This is just another way we hope to serve that purpose.
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For now, more info can be found in the recently sent TCS Newsletter (check your inboxes) but stay tuned for upcoming posts providing details and schedule.
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We are super excited about this program and the potential it has to add a ton of value to your experience at TCS and your life in general.
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SAW
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This Friday night starting at 6:30pm. I know Coach has alllll the fun stuff planned for y’all. And, when that’s finished, the good times keep rolling on. An adult field trip to is just what the doctor ordered for some post workout recovery.
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All you Strong Ass Women - get signed up ASAP using the link in our profile.
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TCS
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New weekly format overview. Change is gooooood.
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SM = Strongman
BW = Bodyweight
GPP = General Physical Preparedness

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Just something magical about having a bar on your back and taking for a spin.
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TCS COMMUNITY HANG SESH
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I’d like to event y’all to join us, the TCS community, a week from today for an evening out enjoying much more pleasant temps, good drinks, good food and great company.
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Our Hang Sesh will kick off at 5pm and run until about 8pm. You’re obviously welcome to hang for the entire time or just pop in, say hi and then move on with your weekend plans. We just wanna see as many TCS faces as possible.
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If you have questions, let me know. Otherwise, be sure to spread the word in classes this week. We’ll see you there!
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LUMBERJACKED
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Tomorrow night starting at 630pm. We’ll do some work and then follow that up by bringing out the fire pit for the fist burn of the season. Bring any grub, booze or ci**rs of your choosing to amplify the fire pit experience.
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Use the link in our profile to reserve your spot ASAP.
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SO FANCY!!!
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TCS now has a Theragun Bar located in the lobby cubbies! Equinox ain’t got s**t on us!!!
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You are welcome to use these and before and/or after classes, but please be sure to follow these rules:

1. Using a massage gun is not a silver bullet that will take care of all mobility issues. You still have to work at improving those limitations.
2. Just like all gym equipment, after use, please wipe it down so that it’s clean for the next person that uses it.
3. If the battery is low, you guessed it - plug it in!
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Other than that, enjoy! Let us know what you think after you’ve used it.
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ALL THE SQUATS
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Great job yesterday tackling week 6/8 of our current cycle. We’re almost there, y’all! Stick with it.
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THIS IS RANDALL
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Randall was rescued and is currently being fostered by a TCS member - and just in time. He was slated to be euthanized today. Can you believe it?!
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We need to work together to get this handsome boy set up with a great long-term home.
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Here’s some info on this guy:

Randall is a solid dude.  He is sweet and wants his person time.  LOVES belly scratches—when he came out of his crate this morning, he sat up on his hind legs to ask for some belly scratches and then flopped over backwards like a tree falling so I’d keep scratching his belly--total goober. He is a HAPPY dog. 

Things to love about this guy :
- He loves to ride in a car and is a good passenger!
- He is curious and food motivated (I bet he could be taught a whole array of commands) 
- He takes treats gently and loves his food but doesn't jump at his food bowl and doesn't necessarily eat it all in one sitting
- He is athletic — a strong dog who might be a solid running buddy — he is estimated to be about 9yo but his energy is a little younger than that and he handles stairs well, if that is a consideration for you.
- He doesn’t bark gratuitously — we have another dog in the house who is desperate to meet him and who is barking out of frustration and this guy perks up his ears but does not bark back
- He seems to be game for anything
- He sleeps quietly in his crate and will go into it willingly

Randall would be happy in a home with a yard—probably would love to be chasing squirrels!  He (mostly) responds to “sit”, “lie down”, “stay”—and has offered me his paw when he thinks I have a treat. He watches everything and is already responding to me like I am his person. He is strong on a leash but that seems more driven by his curiosity about new smells/new environment--that said, at least for now, he is not a dog who could be walked by a kiddo but I bet he could get to that point. He is very lovable and many many homes would be happy to have him.
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Even if you aren’t Randall’s long-term person, please share this post to get the word out! Feel free to comment below or DM me for more info.
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SAW
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The men of TCS have axes and the women of TCS now have SAWs.
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The name is different but the purpose is the same as always: To create a unique, monthly, women-only workout and niche community get-together.

Coach and Coach have a great workout planned to get the ball rolling again after the summer hiatus. And, as always, you are welcome/encouraged to bring your food and/or beverage of choice.
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This Friday starting at 6:30pm. Get signed up ASAP by following the link in our profile.
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LUMBERJACKED
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This Friday kicking off at 6:30. We’ll do the work and then grab some grub. Keeping it simple and just having a good time is what it’s about.
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Sign up using the link in our profile.
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DO NOT WEAR WHITE!
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A heads up for our STRONGMAN folks today.
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Maverick: “Tower, this is Ghost Rider requesting a flyby.”

Air Boss Johnson: “Negative, Ghost Rider, the pattern is full.”
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TURN’n’BURN, Mav.
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New cycle is underway.
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THE CAVE
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I bought a squat cage, barbell and some bumpers this weekend for the garage. After having just done my first workout in the cave, I can say it’s one of the best things I could’ve done for myself.
Many of you are probably thinking, “but you own a a gym and have all that stuff already?!?”
That’s exactly why I needed this. The gym is an obligation - that I love and am incredibly grateful for - but it is an obligation. And the weight of ownership and responsibility can create challenges when I am trying to go there for *me.*
Anyway, it just felt great to workout and I’m excited for this new phase and thought I’d share with my ppl. Carry on.
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PROUD GYM DAD BRAG!!!
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TCS’s very own took on her first Strongman competition today and brought home the GOLD!!! I am so proud of her for even participating in the event - the fact that she won is just a cherry on top.
I’m also super proud of and grateful for taking Barbra on as a personal training client to get her prepped for this comp. The stuff we do at TCS undoubtedly lays a solid foundation, but when stepping into comp-mode, sport/event-specific work is a must, and did great work!
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Congrats !!! Here’s to many more trophies!
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LUMBERJACKED
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This Friday night starting at 630pm we will do some work and then follow it up with some play.
Our most recent LJ was one of our largest and it was a blast! I’d love to see a similar turnout this go. I promise we won’t have to nearly as much math for this workout. See ya there!
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Registration link in bio.
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AND ON THIS DAY…
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We pick things up and set them down.
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LUMBERJACKED
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What a night! Collectively we moved 540,000lbs of weight tonight in various ways. Needless to say, it was a saucy workout that had us all questioning life choices. We did it, though, and then followed up at for a great grub sesh.
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Great night with great men.
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SMILES ALL AROUND
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Just two mommas pushing sleds with their young’ns in tow.
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It’s such an amazing pleasure to witness and take (a very small) part of these types of experiences.
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THURSDAYS
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In this current cycle at TCS, we are focusing on loaded work capacity on Thursdays. The specifics…we’ll, you gotta show up to find out, but I will tell you that you’ll be stepping up in more ways than one. Let’s get it, y’all.

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LUMBERJACKED
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This Friday starting at 630pm. Join your fellow man while we tackle a bro sesh workout and then follow that up with some grub!
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Registration link in profile.
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TCS HANG SESH
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We did it! It was damn hot, but we had a strong showing yesterday evening. Staking our claim in the prime shady corner of (east) gave us some reprieve from the sun and allowed us to connect with other TCS’ers over some good food and drink.
It was great to see everyone outside of the gym and I was very proud looking over the group and seeing how connected and inclusive this group was. *Proud GymDad moment*
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Thank you to all that showed up and made it a fun, special night. I’d say that was a major win for the TCS community. We will see you at the next hang sesh!
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