Founded by Randall Lavender who saw a need for a genuine, community-focused fitness space, THRC has always been about people, not profits. We believe that true fitness success comes from connection and consistency, not complex contracts. When you walk through our doors, you’re greeted by a familiar face—because we've made the commitment to connect with every member. We're proudly local - locally owned, and devoted to helping our neighbors thrive. Who needs a home gym when your gym feels like home. This is where the community comes to Lift Local.
I am a native Texan and proud to call San Marcos home for me and my son Ryker.
I started my health and fitness background as a PRT Coordinator for the U.S. Navy.
During my eight years in the navy, I developed a weight loss and exercise program that ensured the men and women excelled in their daily fitness levels.
Born with entrepreneurship in my veins, at the age of 10, I would plant and grow vegetables in my parent’s backyard then
sell them at local farmers markets in the Dallas-Fort Worth MetroPlex.
In 1994 I attended Southwest Texas State University where I fell in love with San Marcos.
I opened Audio Outlet in1997 and since then have developed many successful businesses in Hays County.
In 2002 I purchased Jim’s Gym and the THRC that you have come to know and love was born.
I had a dream to bring a state of the art facility to San Marcos that offered something more than what the corporate facilities had.
I have been in the gym business since the early nineties and knew I wanted to do more than just give people a place for fitness, but truly change lives.
We focus everyday on building healthy relationships with our clients to help people look better, feel better and live longer.
When asked “Where will THRC be in 5 years?” I’ll answer: “Still being Hays County’s #1 Health Club!”
We believe the same principles that help you achieve a healthy body translate to every area of life — and improve your entire lifestyle.
JOIN OUR FIT FAMWe want you to feel supported — by team members who really care. We want you to enjoy a welcoming, elevated atmosphere where you can confidently achieve results. Each day, we pay attention to every-last-detail to show you the difference at THRC.
MEMBER BENEFITSYou spend time at home. You spend time at work. We want your time here to recharge and empower you — for everything else you do in life. Our business is built on helping people.
OUR SUCCESS STORIESOur business model isn’t built on the amount of members we have; it’s built on the results we help each member achieve. We have a strong sense of community — and everything we do reinforces that camaraderie and mutual effort.
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