During his time with the 82nd Airborne Infantry, Evan Barry heard "I can't" more times than he can count while training new recruits. His answer was always the same: "Okay, let's work on that, because you can." That mindset, turning "I can't" into "I can," has stuck with him ever since and now shapes how he coaches.

After the Army, Evan spent time building prosthetics for cancer patients and veterans. It was careful, hands on work, and it taught him patience. When he was ready for a new challenge, he found OPEX and trained to become a coach, learning how to build a program around the person in front of him.

Evan spent seven years as a competitive CrossFit athlete, and the last two coaching CrossFit himself. That mix of experience taught him that fitness doesn't have to be intimidating. It's for everyone, no matter where you're starting from.

Now Evan coaches at OPEX Round Rock, and online for clients anywhere. He gets to know you first, your goals, your schedule, your bad knee, all of it. Then he builds a program around you. If something doesn't work, he swaps it out. The goal is simple: you feel good, you get stronger, and you actually enjoy the process, even on the hard days.