About Your New Gym
in Wichita Falls, TX

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We built this with results in mind

We work with people who want to get stronger, move better, and feel capable in their own bodies without gimmicks or guesswork. At Crush NTX Fitness in Wichita Falls, TX, you’ll train with experienced coaches who care about how you move, not just how hard you sweat.

Safe movement first
Coaches who give you the real deal
Results beyond your expectations
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Open gym floor featuring cardio machines, strength equipment, and functional training space at Crush NTX Fitness

Built rep by rep

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Crush NTX Fitness wasn’t built overnight.

It was built day by day, rep by rep, and laser-focusing on one member at a time.

What started as a vision for honest, effective training grew into a space defined by strong programming, high standards, and a community that shows up. We don’t chase trends. We don’t sell shortcuts. We focus on what lasts.

  • Help First
  • Excellence
  • Professionalism
  • Community
  • Coach Led
  • Growth

From the first barbell lifted to the culture you feel when you walk in, everything at Crush NTX Fitness in Wichita Falls, TX has been designed with purpose.

“From day one, we wanted to build a real training space for ambitious people. That’s never changed…”

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Crush NTX Fitness coaching team

Founders of Crush NTX Fitness

founders

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Melissa Whitmer, Tara Poche, Lindsey Thomason
Founders since 2020

Certifications

ACE and NASM Personal Trainer
Less Mills Trainer
Precision Nutrition Coach

In April of 2020 the gym we were working in permanently closed. It was devastating because we all loved our clients and working in the fitness industry. We decided to step out of our comfort zone and open our own specialized fitness facility, and that’s when we conceptualized and began the process to open Crush NTX Fitness. We were taking a big gamble because at the time fitness centers were closed throughout the country. We weren’t sure if we would be able to open, or if things would go back to normal with in-person fitness coaching post-pandemic. Gyms opened and people were ready to get back in the gym, and we successfully opened in November 2020. Together, we have over 30 years combined in experience with coaching fitness and 17 years of personal training experience, and 4 years of nutrition coaching. We want to help you live actively and be the best possible version of yourself and fall in love with fitness.

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Owner of Crush NTX Fitness

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Melissa Whitmer owner of Crush NTX Fitness
Melissa Whitmer
Owner Since 2020

Born in Austin and raised in Wichita Falls. She attended the University of North Texas where she studied business and met her husband Jim. Her passion for health and fitness started after her youngest son was born in 2008.

She had put on a significant amount of weight during her pregnancy and struggled with high blood pressure. She made a pact with herself to lose weight so she could build strength, endurance, and confidence as a young mother of three. She knew it was necessary to keep up with her little ones and live her best life! With proper nutrition and a consistent exercise regimen, Melissa accomplished her goal and fell into a love affair with exercise.

This is where her passion for fitness flourished. She began teaching group fitness in 2009. She worked in Wellness for United Regional Healthcare System and is an American College of Exercise-certified personal trainer with a specialty in functional training. She teaches a wide range of fitness classes and still has an immense passion for helping people love fitness as much as she does.

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Fully Certified and Highly Experienced

Your Coaches

coaches

Every coach at Crush NTX Fitness in Wichita Falls, TX brings real-world experience and a deep understanding of movement, strength, and conditioning. We don’t hire hype, we hire competent coaches who have a big heart for helping people.

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Head Coach

Lindsey Thomason

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Personal Trainer

Tommy Thomason

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Personal Trainer

Walker Prothro

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Personal Trainer

Alexandra Bell

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Personal Trainer

Claudia McGuff

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Personal Trainer

Ritse Vaes

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General Manager

Tara Poche

Tara Poche coach at Crush NTX Fitness
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Tara Poche coach at Crush NTX Fitness

The Best Tools Build
The Strongest Bodies

equipment

At Crush NTX Fitness, we make sure that you have everything you need to move forward with your fitness journey. Our facility is equipped with a full line of Rogue equipment, including dumbbells and barbells, kettlebells, medicine balls, and plyometric boxes. We also have several plate loaded and cable machines.

Full range of functional equipment

Our training area is outfitted with trusted brands like Rogue, Hoist, and Nautilus.

Our cardio area offers everything you need

You’ll find treadmills, stair climbers, and elliptical machines, as well as rowers and bikes.

Hoist Roc It Series

This unique set of machines rocks and pivots with your body as you lift. It offers joint relief and enhanced core engagement.

Heavy rubber-coated dumbbells lined up on a commercial weight rack at Crush NTX Fitness
Olympic weight plates arranged by size for barbell training at Crush NTX Fitness
Fixed barbells organized on a vertical storage rack for strength training at Crush NTX Fitness
Heavy rubber-coated dumbbells lined up on a commercial weight rack at Crush NTX Fitness
Olympic weight plates arranged by size for barbell training at Crush NTX Fitness
Fixed barbells organized on a vertical storage rack for strength training at Crush NTX Fitness
Row of commercial treadmills in the dedicated cardio training area at Crush NTX Fitness
Selectorized strength machines with a functional training rig in the background at Crush NTX Fitness
Row of commercial treadmills in the dedicated cardio training area at Crush NTX Fitness
Selectorized strength machines with a functional training rig in the background at Crush NTX Fitness

Athlete-Level Space,
Real-World Access

facility

Crush NTX Fitness boasts a spacious, open-layout facility designed to maximize your training experience. With a dedicated cardio area, machine based area, and spacious free weight floor, we’ve got you covered.

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Come experience the coaching, the space, and the culture for yourself. You’ll leave with clarity, direction, and a plan that actually fits your life, right here at Crush NTX Fitness in Wichita Falls, TX.

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