#55-Mark Martin is overseeing the construction of Michael Waltrip Racings new 7,500-square-foot training facility. The multi-level gym at the teams Cornelius, NC. shop will further the skills of pit crew members. The facility includes an inlaid car silhouette so crews can practice agility drills around a car, free weights, weight machines, Cross Fit elements, cardio equipment as well as locker rooms and offices. Construction should begin this week with completion expected within 90 days. Martin said: ‘Im really enthused and excited about what were working on getting at MWR. This has been a 10-month crusade to get the green light. Its fun. Its my second passion. Ive been consulting with the strength staff and the coaching staff picking out equipment and designing the layout. We hope to have the nicest facility in the sport. You spend a lot of money on equipment in the sport and I think you are starting to see the teams invest even more in human performance.” What is your normal workout routine? ‘Right now, its five days a week “ five or four depending on what the schedule is, but usually five days a week. I only lift weights an hour and try not to let my weight lifting last beyond an hour because its incredibly intense and somewhat counterproductive to go beyond 60 minutes.”(MWR)
