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Carla Nutter is living her dream while helping others achieve fitness goals.

Nutter recently opened CrossFit Charlie West at 1 Carney Court in Dunbar where clients beam about the results they are getting as well as the personal attention.

Nutter defines CrossFit as a broad and inclusive exercise program that is geared to fit the individual.

"It was started in California by Greg Glassman and has spread around the world," she said. "It is a program that is broad and inclusive. We do a little bit of everything."

Glassman, a former high school gymnast, and his ex-wife, Lauren Jenai, founded the fitness program. The first CrossFit gym opened in Santa Cruz in 1995.

CrossFit is a strength and conditioning program that includes a wide range of exercises such as weightlifting, pushups, running, squats and more. Routines are centered around a "workout of the day" called a WOD that incorporates various exercises.

Nutter, 35, is a physician's assistant who works in surgery at Thomas Hospital and also serves as the instructor at her fitness facility.

"I started out in a CrossFit gym and fell in love with it," she said. "A lot of trainers start out as members in a gym."

Nutter, who took training to become a certified instructor, first began leading classes in a small rented space in Charleston in November 2010. In December 2011 she leased the Dunbar building with lots of space for programs and growing membership.

Workouts are individualized and varied.

"We do weights, barbells, gymnastics, cardiovascular and a combination," she said. "Every day is something different. You may see a workout repeated once every three months." 

While a workout may sound strenuous, Nutter emphasizes that the exercises can be adapted to fit anyone.  She offers sessions for men, women, teens and children.

Carla Nutter is living her dream while helping others achieve fitness goals.

Nutter recently opened CrossFit Charlie West at 1 Carney Court in Dunbar where clients beam about the results they are getting as well as the personal attention.

Nutter defines CrossFit as a broad and inclusive exercise program that is geared to fit the individual.

"It was started in California by Greg Glassman and has spread around the world," she said. "It is a program that is broad and inclusive. We do a little bit of everything."

Glassman, a former high school gymnast, and his ex-wife, Lauren Jenai, founded the fitness program. The first CrossFit gym opened in Santa Cruz in 1995.

CrossFit is a strength and conditioning program that includes a wide range of exercises such as weightlifting, pushups, running, squats and more. Routines are centered around a "workout of the day" called a WOD that incorporates various exercises.

Nutter, 35, is a physician's assistant who works in surgery at Thomas Hospital and also serves as the instructor at her fitness facility.

"I started out in a CrossFit gym and fell in love with it," she said. "A lot of trainers start out as members in a gym."

Nutter, who took training to become a certified instructor, first began leading classes in a small rented space in Charleston in November 2010. In December 2011 she leased the Dunbar building with lots of space for programs and growing membership.

Workouts are individualized and varied.

"We do weights, barbells, gymnastics, cardiovascular and a combination," she said. "Every day is something different. You may see a workout repeated once every three months." 

While a workout may sound strenuous, Nutter emphasizes that the exercises can be adapted to fit anyone.  She offers sessions for men, women, teens and children.

"I have people from 18 to 70, teens from 12 to 18 and kids from 5 to 11," she said.

A monthly fee of $100 covers all the classes a member wishes to attend. A spouse may be added for $50. If a parent is a member, a child is $25. A free introductory class is offered 11 a.m. each Saturday.

"I just love it," Nutter said. "It's fun to watch people do something they thought they couldn't do. People come from all backgrounds."

As the business continues to grow, she plans to hire additional instructors. She is now doing all the classes herself as she schedules them around her other job.

Those who take her classes rave about them.

Ralone Cool, 31, of Charleston, says the classes have boosted her mental and physical well being.

"I can tell a difference in my regular day," said Cool, a teacher at Ben Franklin Vocational Center. "My body feels better and my mind is more clear. I have more energy and I'm less stressed."

Samantha Femia, 23, of South Charleston, said, "I like it because I can do a quick workout and then go on with the rest of my day. I've lost four pounds in five weeks and two and a half inches over all. I just feel stronger and more toned."

Femia, a registered nurse, believes anyone could benefit from the routines that are tailored to each individual.

Jocob Thomas, 24, of Poca, stops at CrossFit Charlie West five days a week after leaving his job at Bayer CropScience.

"I like the people here," Thomas said. "You get to know everyone. It's like competing against yourself. Everyone wants you to do better."

Email crnut...@yahoo.com for more information.

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