A new gym on 14242 Northwest Boulevard in Calallen is drawing attention not just for its workouts, but for its message. Body of Christ Faith & Fitness opened in June and blends strength training with worship, prayer, and Bible study.

“It literally jumped out at me on the road,” said Grayson Bearden, a Calallen neighbor and social media manager who passed by the gym's sign. “I had several people call me like, ‘Grayson, you’ve got to check out this place.’”

Owners Andy Garcia and Joseph Hogon say their mission is to help members build both their bodies and their faith.

“When you get here, you try to elevate you,” Garcia said. “We try to encourage you that you have the strength, the energy, the endurance—everything God has already given you. Let’s just build off that.”

The gym offers Hyro

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