The Underground welcomes: New AoS Kettlebells

We have some new Art of Strength kettlebells coming; they should arrive late next week. We used these babies when we went to the AoS Certification course this past June. I love the look and feel of these kettlebells, and they all come pre-drilled with the hole at the bottom to accomodate the Kettlebell Buddy. If you are interested in the AoS kettlebells, kettlebell buddy, or the certficiation course, check out the AOS Online Store. Even if you don't want to become a kettlebell instructor, I still HIGHLY RECOMMEND the course, as you will learn so much about proper technique and safe progressions. Everything AoS is top notch.

Enter: the 9th month of 2009..are you still on track?

Wow, time has just flown by. We are already at the beginning of the 9th month of the year. How have you done with the goals that you set for yourself back in January? How are your health, overall conditioning level, and self esteem?

Bottom line: we have 4 months left of 2009 - 16 weeks. If you fell off track, you still time to get back on. Realize that setbacks happen to ALL of us. Be strong enough to take that first step. Don't be afraid to ask for help taking the second and third steps. In 16 weeks, you can get in the best shape of your life, or just feel better about yourself. ATX Underground Fitness can help you get there! It's never too late to start. If you have a habit of saying "I'll start tomorrow, or next week, or next month", we want you to throw that thought away and cancel it with something positive. Start NOW. Believe in YOURSELF. Surround yourself with the tools to get you there.

We are happy to help you; one of our semi-private training groups are a great way to meet friends, gain teamwork, and get in better physical condition. Please contact us if you feel that we can help in any way. Make it happen! No excuses!

Happy Labor Day!!

While many Americans consider Labor Day to be synonymous with the end of summer, remember it was a holiday that was created to honor the hard working people of this great country. These current economic times have been challening across the board. However, know that you will overcome and that it is our labor that has built and recovered these United States in the past. We will do it again.

Happy Labor Day, everyone!!

Now Forming: 2-Person Training Groups

We have a few openings in our calendar for new 2-person training groups. Semi-private group training is an affordable way to get personalized training in a supportive, encouraging atmosphere. The energy that a training partner brings to your session is motivating and taps into your competitive nature.

Our semi-private group training consists of 12 total sessions, meeting twice per week over a 6-week period. The rate for this program is $400/person + tax. We recommend that our semi-private group participants take the 2-hour kettlebell introductory workshop, and, if possible, the TRX Elements workshop. Both workshops are offered at a discounted rate for enrolled training clients. Since kettlebells and suspension training are integral components in our programs, we definitely recommend taking these courses. We are happy to schedule them just before the start of your 6-week program, and can usually limit the participants to the members of your particular group.

Please contact us if you are interested in learning more about our programs or would like to schedule a consultation. We would love to work with you & your friends or co-workers. Of course, we also accept 1x1 clients at any time.

We do offer 3-person small group training, but these sessions are conducted outdoors, as opposed to at the physical Underground Gym. Please contact us for more information and rates.

Client Testimonials

We wanted to take a moment to share some of the feedback that we have received from our clients. The best compliment to a trainer is the referral and feedback from the clients that we serve. Here at ATX Underground Fitness, we value each and every person that we work with. We strive to provide exceptional customer service, and to challenge our clients to excel and reach their goals. Many thanks to those who have provided their perspective and opinions on our programs and training styles. Please contact us if you are interested in learning more about us. We would love to meet you!

Coach, I DID IT!!! I crossed the finish line at the inaugural Trek Women's Triathlon! Surprisingly, my race time was faster than my previous practice times! Thanks for those highly dynamic, killer workouts that paid off on my BIG day (of course, at the time they occurred, I couldn’t give you thanks for those tough sessions….haha!!)

Due to a previous injury, I wasn’t sure if I would have been able to participate in the tri’. We trained smart and it happened. I truly appreciated your unwavering support, motivation, and encouragement.

THANK YOU for helping me get to the start line! Getting to the finish line was the easy part ;-) I wonder which event I’ll take on next? In the interim, I look forward to working out with you in preparation of the next BIG event! All the best ~Sonia G., Austin, TX

Nia certainly pushed me to my limits. As a trainer, she maximizes every workout, and pays a lot of attention to proper form and technique. The 8-week strength and conditioning program was unbeatable value for money, and the results were undeniable. Nia is a top-quality, very demanding physical trainer, with a lot of discipline and enthusiasm. – Sujatha K., Austin, TX

Nia - what a great person! I feel so blessed to have been put in her life……and her amazing hands! I had not worked out for some time & had gained more weight than I'd ever had on me before. As soon as I started working out w/ nia, I had a cast put on my left foot, so she was very challenged to find things to do w/ me. To my amazement, every single workout has been incredible & I have yet to be bored w/ any of them. She has an arsonal full of different types of workouts!! Nia knows how to encourage you to get thru the workout, as well as to give it the best you can. Even w/ my foot in a cast, she has built some great muscles in my upper body. I even feel the lower body, as well, even tho we aren't targeting that at this time! I couldn't be happier. Now that I've talked about what a great trainer she is, let me tell you she is also a wonderful person. She has the most beautiful sole & is as kind as they come. I hug nia ever time I finish a workout to thank her for being there for me. I couldn't have asked for a better trainer. - Susan D., Austin, TX

Working out with Jasen was both fun and demanding. His relaxed manner kept me at ease during every workout. He was also really good about helping me find the right equipment (dumbbells versus barbells etc.), so that I felt comfortable using the equipment, without compromising on the results. He pays a lot of attention to proper form while doing strength training. He also worked with me on nutrition, and charted my progress along the way, with every workout. He really gave me the sense of being part of a team (he and I) working on delivering the results that I was looking for out of my training. – Sujatha K., Austin, TX

Client Progress

It's been a while since we've checked in, but we wanted to let our followers know that our clients are doing great! Several have renewed for another 6-week package, and some are combining that with private 1x1 sessions. I'm incredibly proud that EVERYONE is using the ropes gone wild, as well as several increments of kettlebell weights. The 9kg are getting less and less love these days as our ladies get stronger. They are noticing slimer waists, thinner thighs, inches coming off, and the smiles are bright and big. Everyone realizes that their results only come with hard work and focus to one's diet. We commend every client of ATX Underground Fitness for not being afraid to try new things. TRX suspension training, kettlebells, ropes, sandbags were all foreign concepts to our clients a few short weeks ago; now they are staples in their training arsenal and they are singing the praises of what was once unfamiliar and unknown.

Please contact us if you would like to get a taste of the challenge (and bask in the results). We would love to work with you and help you achieve your goals!

Here is a recent video of one client practicing her clean. In this particular session, she was also swinging the 20kg and 24kg bells. She was able to work the swing ladder (24kg -> 20kg -> 16kg -> 12kg) after only 7 weeks of training with us! Pardon my skills as a videographer...I'm still working on that :-)

Client Spotlight: Melissa L & Melissa J

We have 2 women, both named Melissa, who are training with us in the same small group. Melissa L worked with us earlier in the year for an 8-week program and is currently working on a 6-week program. Her goal was to be able to perform 1 body weight pull-up, and we checked this goal off on our goal board on Tuesday! Melissa has not only increased her muscle mass, but she is getting incredibly strong without bulking up. When we started working together, she had never even seen a kettlebell. However, we've progressed from 9kg kettlebells to swings with the 16kg, 20kg, and 24kg! She was also able to snatch the 16kg! It's incredible to see what dedication and hard work can bring. We've also been doing more body weight work, and Melissa can successfully complete a TRX pistol!! Great job, Melissa!!

Melissa J has also made incredible progress. She started with us and is finishing up her first 6-week program with Melissa L. Melissa J had very little strength training experience. Over the past few weeks, she has learned how to squat with a barbell! She went from being able to squat with an 18lb body bar to squatting with 95 pounds on the bar with excellent form! She has also learned how to snatch a 9kg kettlebell. Just last night we did swing ladders, and she also was able to swing the 16kg, 20kg, and 24kg!

These ladies are getting strong and getting incredible results here at the Underground. They work hard each and every session and hard work definitely pays off!!

We are so proud of all that they have accomplished!!