
Serving with Heart: Liz Trujillo Launches Special Strong Greater Waco–Central Texas
Waco, TX – August 1, 2025 – Special Strong proudly announces the launch of its newest franchise in Greater Waco–Central Texas, led by franchise owner Liz Trujillo. With over 20 years of experience in the service industry as a restaurant owner and hotel general manager, Liz is now bringing her heart for faith, family, and community to a new mission—empowering individuals with mental, physical, and cognitive challenges through adaptive fitness.
A proud Spanish speaker (Se Habla Español), Liz has dedicated her career to making others feel seen, valued, and supported. When she discovered Special Strong and followed founder Daniel Stein’s journey, she knew this was the opportunity she had been praying for. The organization’s mission of inclusion, empowerment, and life-changing fitness perfectly aligned with her passion for hospitality and service.
“Special Strong allows me to combine my love for serving others with my faith and my desire to make a lasting impact,” said Liz. “I want every person who walks through our doors to know they are welcome, supported, and capable of incredible things.”
Special Strong founder and CEO Daniel Stein welcomed Liz to the growing franchise family. “Liz brings a beautiful blend of warmth, service, and passion to our mission,” Stein shared. “Her heart for inclusion and hospitality will make a powerful difference for families across Central Texas.”
Liz’s vision for Special Strong Greater Waco–Central Texas is to create a faith-rooted community where individuals of all abilities can grow stronger in body, mind, and spirit—while families feel encouraged, supported, and included.
About Special Strong
Founded in 2016, Special Strong provides adaptive fitness training for children, adolescents, and adults with mental, physical, and cognitive challenges. Through its rapidly growing franchise model, Special Strong empowers communities to offer inclusive fitness programs that improve health, build confidence, and promote independence. With a foundation built on faith and service, Special Strong continues to expand nationwide, making a lasting impact one life at a time.