CLUTCH CITY COMMUNITY FITNESS — AUGUST NEWSLETTER

🔥 JULY RECAP: COMMUNITY, CONSISTENCY & BIG WINS

July was a month that showed exactly what makes CCCF special — movement, generosity, and community at its strongest.

💙 25-Day Mile Run / 2K Row Challenge for Arthritis Awareness

Thank you to everyone who committed to running 1 mile or rowing 2,000 meters every day for 25 days. Your consistency brought awareness to arthritis and proved how powerful it is when a community rallies behind a cause. Whether you completed all 25 days or pushed through as many as you could, you made an impact.

🌎 Venezuela Earthquake Relief Donations

A huge thank you to everyone who donated to the Venezuela earthquake relief efforts. Your generosity extended far beyond our gym walls and made a real difference for families in need. CCCF shows up — not just for workouts, but for the world.

🇺🇸 4th of July Celebration

Our 4th of July celebration was a blast. Thank you to everyone who came out, shared food, laughed, and made the day unforgettable. Community first, always.

⚽ First-Ever CCCF FIFA Watch Party

Our very first FIFA watch party was a hit. The energy was electric, the turnout was strong, and it’s clear we need more events like this. Thank you for making it a success.

🏋️ PowerHour Competitors & Supporters

Shoutout to every athlete who stepped into the PowerHour competition — you represented CCCF with grit and heart. And to everyone who came out to support, judge, record, or cheer, your presence made the day even better.

🚴 Cypress Duathlon Athletes

Major respect to our CCCF members who took on the Cypress Duathlon. Running and biking in Houston heat is no joke, and you crushed it. Your discipline inspires the entire gym.

🏅 ATHLETE OF THE MONTH: LAKESHA

This month, we honor Lakesha, whose journey embodies courage, consistency, and heart.

From the first day she walked into CCCF, she carried a mix of intimidation and determination. We talked through her injuries, swapped running for biking, and made sure every movement could be modified to her abilities. But she never looked for shortcuts — every time I tried to lower her weights, she’d say:

“I got it, Steven.”

And she meant it.

Even on days she isn’t motivated, she gives 100% of whatever she has. She shows up after long workdays, through pain, through fatigue, and through a rare fibroid condition that would stop most people. Her resilience inspires everyone around her.

Her favorite verse, Philippians 4:13 — “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me,” fuels her strength and keeps her grounded through every challenge.

Lakesha is our Athlete of the Month because she represents what CCCF stands for: showing up, pushing forward, and never letting circumstances define your potential.

📅 AUGUST EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

🚫 Gym Closure: August 22–23

Clutch will be closed on August 22–23 as we head to Bryan–College Station to cheer on Jose and our CCCF athletes competing at BCS this year. A separate email will be sent with location details and spectator ticket information.

💪 CCCF HYROX Training Club – Conditioning Test (August 15)

On August 15, we’ll host our official HYROX Conditioning Test for all CCCF HYROX Training Club members. You’ll receive:

• A detailed email with test instructions

• An invite to the Output App to log and track your scores

🏋️‍♂️ POCAFIT x CCCF – HYROX Community WOD (August 16)

On August 16, POCAFIT will host a HYROX Community WOD. We encourage all CCCF members to join in and train with athletes across Houston.

🎒 GOD As Rx x CCCF School Supply Drive (All August)

All month long, CCCF and GOD As Rx are collecting school supplies for students and teachers. Drop off notebooks, pencils, backpacks, markers, teacher essentials, and more at the gym. Your generosity helps kids start the school year strong and supports teachers who give so much.

👋 NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Welcome, Elmer!

We’re excited to welcome Elmer to the CCCF family! From day one, he’s jumped in with energy and commitment, ready to learn and grow. If you see him in class, give him a fist bump and a warm CCCF welcome.

🎂 AUGUST BIRTHDAYS

Let’s celebrate our CCCF members turning another year stronger this month:

• Karl – August 5

• David M – August 21

Make sure to show them some love when you see them in class.

💥 CLOSING MESSAGE

July reminded us that progress isn’t about perfection — it’s about consistency, community, and showing up even when it’s hard. August is another chance to grow, another chance to support each other, and another chance to build something special together.

Let’s keep pushing. Let’s keep showing up. Let’s keep building Clutch.