Chris Lewallen
About Chris
I began my fitness journey at a young age, constantly competing with everyone at anything. I was always pushing myself and motivating others to become better, thus a trainer was Born.
This fitness journey officially began in 2003 at Texas State University when I began working at the Recreation Center in the Fitness Department. I was quickly intreged with the thought of helping people on a daily basis and helping them accomplish their goals. After a short stint of working in the gym as just simple help, I decided to take my first Personal Training Certificate Test. Upon passing my first test I quickly found that I had a natural knack for this business. I was then promoted to Fitness Supervisor where I worked, both, as a Supervisor and a Personal Trainer. Upon graduation I moved to Austin for an Internship.
Over the years I have interned and worked for some of the most influential and elite gyms and people currently in the strength and conditioning world. I interned at Train 4 The Game under the current Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Philladelphia 76ers, Todd Wright and his then assistant, Logan Schwartz. These two opened my world and mind up to a training philosophy that has had a slow transition into the mainstream because of how different the training style truly was compared to the previous 80 years of training philosophy.
As you look around in the who's-who of elite lever Trainers in the world currenly, most are adhering to the true "functoinal" fitness training philosophy.
Each and every waking day is another chance to expand my knowledge and to possibly teach new people about the wonders of personal fitness and how to become better at what they do. Each and every day is the best day ever.
All of my workouts are cutting edge in the fitness industry, designed to be inline with personal goals, and most importantly, FUN! If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.
My favorite client story
My favorite client success story is every single person that finds exercise more than just a means to lose weight but one who uses exercise to better their lives and their state of mind.
My favorite exercise
My favorite exercise is the one that will spark your interest and keep you engaged in attaining your goals.
My favorite quote
"Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.". . Albert Einstein.
“Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air.”. . Ralph Waldo Emerson.
My training philosophy
My philosophy is simple. Keep it FUN! If you are not enjoying what you are doing, why will you keep doing it? I ultimately want everyone to keep up with their fitness journey. What better way to do it than to just have fun while getting your sweat on!?
My training experience
Personal Trainer and Fitness Supervisor at Texas State University Student Recreation Center October 2001-Dec 2005.
Performance Specialist at Train 4 The Game, Inc. December 2005-May 2011 .
Director of Strength and Conditioning at Austin Aquatics and Sports Academy August 2014 - May 2016.
Fitness Coach at Lewallen Training Systems May 2011-Present.
Areas of Expertise
- Core and Balance
- Strength Training
- Weight Loss
- Functional Training
- Sports Performance Training
- Cardiovascular Conditioning
- Cross Training
- Injury Prevention
Additional Certifications
TriggerPoint Master Trainer
Education
BS in Kinesiology, BA in Business Management
Who I Especially Like Working With
Post-rehab, Rehab, Seniors
Training Areas Served
Get new clients. Change lives.