D1 Training, a leading fitness enrichment concept utilizing the five core tenets of athletic-based training, opened a new location in Midland at 3001 Courtyard Dr. in Nov. The group fitness facility employs a sports-science backed training regimen led by certified trainers to help people of all ages achieve their sport and fitness goals.

Drew and Laren Bridges, a local husband-and-wife duo, are joining a roster of impressive existing franchisees, including professional athletes like Kylie Fitts and Jordan Gay. Additional franchise partners include notable figures such as Super Bowl MVP Von Miller, Tim Tebow, and Michael Oher.

Drew, a former Texas A&M football player and member of the 1998 Big 12 Championship team, worked as a strength coach at several universities in various sports and coached college football in West Texas and Eastern New Mexico. Laren, a photographer, has embraced Olympic weightlifting as a hobby and has developed a passion for the sport. As athletes themselves and parents to five athletes, the Bridges are committed to providing a welcoming and encouraging environment for families in the community to train and grow their confidence.

“Drew and I are excited to have D1 Training in the Midland area,” says Laren. “We want to create a space where everyone feels confident and comfortable, rather than intimidated by the gym. Regardless of age or gender, our aim is to foster acceptance, support growth and help everyone reach their athletic and fitness goals at D1 Training.”

D1 Training offers four age-based programs including Rookie (ages 7-11), Developmental (ages 12-14), Prep (ages 15-18) and D1 Adult. Each fitness program is based on the five athletic-based tenets: dynamic warm-up, performance, strength program, core and conditioning, and cool down. Outside of group workouts, D1 Training offers group, semi-private, and one-on-one training with world-class coaches. The goal is simple: to continue to train athletes who are dedicated to their sport or fitness goals, regardless of age, or athletic background.

“Drew and Laren are the ideal candidates to bring the D1 Training experience to Midland,” said the brand’s Chief Operating Officer, Dan Murphy. “We’re thrilled to welcome them to the D1 family and are confident in their ability to show the Midland area what they’ve been missing out on. D1 is a one-of-a-kind fitness experience that’s built around the individual and meant to help people meet their athletic goals. Our strong network of franchisees embodies our core values to bring the D1 Training vision to life, and we know Drew and Laren will do just that in Midland and its surrounding communities.”

Strategically expanding across the nation through franchising, D1 Training has more than 100 performance centers open with over 100 additional locations in various stages of development. The brand is currently seeking financially qualified business builders, former athletes, and entrepreneurs, who share a passion for fitness and youth sports, who are ready to make a positive impact on their community.

For more information on D1 Training Midland, please visit https://www.d1training.com/midlandtx/, or call (432) 226-7605.