Male Fitness Models, Personal Trainers, Photography

Gym Guys 

Featuredby Andre M.
Gym Guys 

While looking for topics to write about for the blog, I see numerous gym guys (or male fitness models) that also post fitness influencer photos on social media. This blog provides information on some I found.

Male Fitness Influencers

Blog posts

NameCountry
Josh RiquelmeUSA
Andrei GutierrezMéxico
Aleksander PascochaUSA
Andrew C. MorrillUSA
Cristian Lopez FlorezColombia
Diego SechiUK, Italy
Dominic CalvaniUSA
FrancoArgentina
Kyle EhrensbergerUSA
Kyle HynickCanada
Jordan MorelloUSA
Luis CapecchiUSA
Raul “Yayu” EsparzaMéxico
Matt LusciousCanada
Aaron Connor MeadCanada
Cristian Lopez
Aleksander Pacocha

Physique Photographers

Blog posts

NameState or Country
Carlos “Trey” SalazarAustin, Texas
Eduardo FerminNew York, New York
Rob AnthonyNew York, New York
Paul JamnickyCanada

Mathew Summer

Mathew Summer, aka Jhon, is a content creator that lives in Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia.

Ricardo Orozco

Ricardo Orozco is a personal trainer and a classic physique competitor who lives in the United States.

Classic Physique

Classic physique is a category bodybuilding competition that is between mens physique and open bodybuilding. To compete, a competitor must comply with height and weight requirements.

Photoshoots

Aldo Vazquez

https://www.instagram.com/picsbyaldo/

Juan Carlos A.

Juan Carlos is a male model based in Mexico.

Leonardo Britto

Leonardo Britto is an actor and model from Colombia, South America. He lives in New York City.

Photographer: Raymond Mair, NYC
Photographer Shawn Salley. Location: Brooklyn Bridge, NYC.

Photoshoots

Val.or.ous Photography

https://www.instagram.com/val.or.ous.photography/

Johao Valdivia

https://www.instagram.com/johao_12

Bryan Slater

Leonardo had a photoshoot with Photographer Bryan Slater, which was featured in DNA Magazine.

Mancel Cardenas

Dean Tsiranides

Instagram

Felipe Montiel

Felipe Montiel is a mens physique competitor and YouTuber who lives in Colombia, South America.

Alejandro Ruvalcaba (Ruva Physique)

Alejandro is an online fitness coach and a mens physique competitor who lives in México.

YouTube

Alejandro´s YouTube channel.

Johnny Kay

Johnny’s social media links.

Ramiro Encinas

Ramiro Encinas is a male model, student pilot, and CrossFit enthusiast who lives in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He is a vegetarian and works for an Argentine organic chocolate company.

One of his favorite brands is Lacoste.

Kito Shelby

Kito Shelby (Franco Mayorga) is a model with well-defined abs. He lives in Argentina, plays fútbol, a popular sport in Argentina. He is a vegetarian and works with Ramiro in an Argentine organic chocolate company.

Kito had an interview with News Digitales (en español). Also, Kito had an interview with República Z in Argentina (2023, en español). I recommend using DeepL as a translator.

Nova Ashwood and Kito

Kito´s Instagram

Kito’s Photoshoots

Milos Nasio

Kito had a photo session with Argentine Photographer Milos Nasio.

Milos’s Instagram

Guillermo Fridman

Kito had a photo feature in Boylicious Magazine. The photographer was Guillermo Fridman and the stylist was Guillexo.

Randhy L.

Randhy is a male fitness model who is from Venezuela.

Photographer: Acertijos Creativos, Venezuela. Briefs, Geordi.

Photoshoots

Mazonni, Brazil

Mazonni is a photographer based in Brazil.

Acertijos Creativos, Venezuela

The photographer, Acertijos Creativos, is based in Venezuela.

Other Photos

Yeison Rico

Yeison Rico (aka Yei Rico) is a fitness enthusiast and Youtuber who lives in Cali, Colombia, South America. He speaks Spanish.

DeepL

Instagram

Other Photos

Mauro Betancourth

Mauro Betancourth is a personal trainer who lives in Manizales, Colombia, South America. He has a fitness supplements business, Mauro Fit Supplementos.

Hugo Robles

Hugo Robles is a muscle model from México.

Nick Falke

Nick Falke is a personal trainer and fitness influencer.

Mode Super Sayen

Mode Super Sayen is a mens physique model who lives in France. He is known for his well-striated biceps and chiseled abs.

Vin W.

Vin is a male model based in New York.

Christopher George

Christopher George is a model based in New York.

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Briefcases (2024): Style Meets Functionality

by Andre M.1 Comment on Briefcases (2024): Style Meets Functionality
Briefcases (2024): Style Meets Functionality

Introduction: Need to replace old Land’s End briefcase

Currently, I use a Land’s End cloth briefcase that I bought in the early 2000s. It was made in Wisconsin. I used it for college, grad school, and my jobs. It is old and breaking apart. I am going into the office and I need something more stylish and useful.

I mostly carry paper files as well as spare glasses, some candy, hand sanitizer, a comb, metro fare card. Over the years, there have been times I found myself in need of something that I did not have. The resolution of the problem involved adding the thing I needed to the bag. One time, I had to walk in the rain because I forgot my umbrella. So, after that, I packed an umbrella.

The Land’s End bag has room for many paper files and can expand. At times, I carry a laptop. So, I would like a replacement that has the same features. Unfortunately, it is a tall order.

After a search online, many briefcases have room for a laptop, some accessories, but not much more. Some brands are nice but have high prices. I am afraid to have something over $300 because I take the subway and sometimes stop by a coffee shop on my trips through the city.

New briefcase: Alto briefcase.

List of briefcases

Some brands I found in my search.

BrandPriceLinks
SwissGear by Wenger$69.99https://www.swissgear.com/bags-cases/business-cases/wenger-insight-16-inch-single-gusset-computer-case-black
Briggs and Riley$419https://www.briggs-riley.com/collections/work-bags-briefcases/products/at-work-large-expandable-brief-kb437x
Tumi$625https://www.tumi.com/p/expandable-organizer-laptop-brief-01173051041/  
Flotohttps://www.floto.com/collections/floto-key-lock-briefcases/products/leather-briefcase-attache-ciabatta    
Oak & Rove$299https://www.oakandrove.com/products/alto-briefcase  
Frank Clegg$1,650https://frankcleggleatherworks.com/lawyer-s-briefcase-black.html  
Samsonite$179.99https://shop.samsonite.com/classic-leather-flapover/1260401041.html?epik=dj0yJnU9ejZCb2MxajZnLThrSndmSFUtcjBXWjNFUkN3OWpEd2EmcD0wJm49YjhZamhNRWdjelNuNWhWNDB3SmdiQSZ0PUFBQUFBR1ctOW04  
Satchel and Page$585https://www.satchel-page.com/products/diplomat-black-1s?variant=42711143710872  

Photos

Oak and Rove

During my search for a new business briefcase, I found the Oak and Rove brand. It sells the Alto briefcase, which is made using nylon and leather.

The black color was out of stock, so I joined the wait list. I then received an email with a good price offer. So, I bought one because my Lands End bag, while great, is looking really bad.

The briefcase arrived. I will have my first commute with it soon.

Satchel and Page Diplomat

I like some of the leather bags, but it rains occasionally where I live. The Satchel and Page warranty and care page states that its bags can be used in rainy climates.

Any tips, advice?

Have any readers bought any of the briefcases listed? Please let me know of your experience. If you know of a good brand that could help me, please let me know.

Male Fitness Models, mens leisure wear, Personal Trainers, Photographers, Photography, Workouts

Gym Guys: Aleksander Pacocha

by Andre M.

Introduction

Aleksander Pacocha (aka Alek Maximus) is a bodybuilder, personal trainer, and content creator who lives in Florida, United States. 

Aleksander’s links

Photographer: Les Cordovi.
Shorts, Shortys Apparel

Alek’s Social Media

Alek has several social media outlets for his content. He seems to be active on YouTube, where he creates content related to his bodybuilding journey, and Instagram (bodybuilding and photo shoots).

YouTube

Alek is a natural professional bodybuilder. He shows his diligent workouts and his contest prep, as well as the related meals that support his lifestyle.

Instagram

Alek´s Instagram

Photo Shoots

Les Cordovi

Alek had a photo session with Miami, Florida-based photographer Les Cordovi.

Conclusion

Bodybuilder, content creator, and model. The physique that Alek has built through consistent workouts and meals has opened many doors for him.

Male Fitness Models, Personal Trainers, Photographers, Photography

Gym Guys, Colombia: Cristian López Florez

by Andre M.
Gym Guys, Colombia: Cristian López Florez

Christian López Florez is a mens physique national champion and personal trainer who lives in the coffee axis region (Risaralda Department, eje cafetero) of Colombia in South America.

Cristian has a TikTok account as well.

His primary language is Spanish, although some of his social media posts are in English. The reader can use the application, DeepL, to translate his posts.

Boxer briefs, Unico.
Photographer: Bryan Lopez
Photographer: Bryan Lopez

Mens Physique Champion

Cris has achieved much success in mens physique. He was an overall champion in a 2022 Grand Prix International contest.

Cris started as a classic physique before moving to mens physique.

Photographer: Daniela Naranjo.

Training

Based on his social media posts, the primary method that Cristian uses to develop his body is gym weight training.

Cris with friends Daniel and Jhei. Photographer: Daniela Naranjo.

Photoshoots

Puracandela Fotografia

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/puracandela_ph/

Photographer: Puracandela.

Photo Gallery

Male Fitness Models, mens physique board shorts, Photographers, Photography

Gym Guys, Mexico: Raúl “Yayu” Esparza, Classic Physique

by Andre M.1 Comment on Gym Guys, Mexico: Raúl “Yayu” Esparza, Classic Physique
Gym Guys, Mexico: Raúl “Yayu” Esparza, Classic Physique

Author’s note: This blog is in English; however, Yayu speaks Spanish. Google Translate is on the right sidebar and can produce a Spanish version. Please let me know if the translation is correct in the comments or in an e-mail.

Introduction

Raúl “Yayu” Esparza, 21 (a Leo), lives in Zacatecas, Mexico. A college student, he studies Physical Culture and Sports. He is also a physique athlete, starting with mens physique and looking to move up to classic physique.

Yayu, the Athlete

Yayu has participated in physique contests. He is 1.74 meters tall (5 feet 8.5 inches).

  • Fifth place Mr. México GAMES
  • First place, mens physique principiante +1.74 Mr Centro Rep
  • Second place, classic physique principiante Mr. Aguascalientes

In addition to weight training and physique competitions, Yayu has participated in many other sports, such as fútbol or soccer, parkour, boxing, swimming, and basketball.

Yayu’s Social Media

Yayu is active on Instagram and TikTok.

Articles

The Fashionably Male blog published an article about Yayu and his photographer, Chris Femat. In the article, Yayu models clothing by Gus de la Cruz Couture.

Also, the website, GuaposWow (in Spanish) published an article about Yayu, including some of Yayu´s male fitness model photos.

Yayu’s Photo Shoots

Chris Femat

(Instagram and YouTube)

Yayu does photo shoots with Photographer Chris Femat (doing business as FitBook Photo). They have created fantastic images.

Chris also has photos with another physique competitor, Andrei Gutiérrez.

Conclusion

I wish Yayu well as he prepares for the next classic physique competition season.

E-commerce shops, Male Fitness Models, mens underwear, Personal Trainers, Photographers, Photography

Mens Underwear (2024): Walking Jack and Roger Zacha

by Andre M.
Mens Underwear (2024): Walking Jack and Roger Zacha

Introduction

Roger Zacha, a personal trainer from Cyprus, is a physio student in The Netherlands and the model for Walking Jack´s photoshoot for the brand’s Ash Collection.

Roger previously had another photoshoot for Walking Jack’s Bluebird Collection.

The photographer, Louis C., is based in the United Kingdom and Cyprus.

BrandWalking Jack (Greece)
Photographer for the photoshootLouis C Photography

Ash Collection

There are three types of underwear available in the Ash Collection: trunks, briefs, and solid briefs.

Fabric Composition

FabricAmount in clothing
Cotton95 percent
Elastane (for stretch)5 percent

Size Chart

From Walking Jack’s website.

Conclusion

Yet another great photoshoot by Louis C and Roger for Walking Jack brand. I wish Roger much success in his studies and training business.

Have you tried on a pair of Walking Jack underwear or are curious to investigate further? Which collection is your favorite?

denim jeans, Male Fitness Models, mens underwear, Photography, Small Business

Gym Guys: Franco Vitale, Argentina

by Andre M.
Gym Guys: Franco Vitale, Argentina

Table of Contents

Introduction

Franco Vitale (aka Marco Maxxx) is a male fitness model, MMA athlete (Tae Kwon Do black belt x3 Pan American champion, Brazilian jiu-jitsu blue belt), and content creator. Marco, a dad, lives in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Marco’s birth date is 18-May, which makes him a Taurus.

Photographer: Guido Padilla.

Interviews

Infobae

Marco had another interview with Infobae, a Spanish-language publication. His parents are attorneys and his brother is a Roman Catholic priest. Marco will get a law degree.

Es Jueves Santo y no hay un alma en la Ciudad de Buenos Aires. Marco baja a abrir la puerta, sonríe a la distancia y saluda con un abrazo. Tiene 22 años y acaba de llegar de Gualeguaychú, donde nació y donde está a punto de terminar la carrera de Derecho. Es hijo de abogados y es, además, hermano de un sacerdote de la Iglesia Católica. Tiene un jean negro, una remera blanca y una tonada cálida y, a simple vista, podría ser solo eso: una pieza más de un tradicional rompecabezas familiar.

Gisele Sousa Dias, Infobae

(How to translate a website, via Google Translate.)

News Digitales

Marco had an interview with News Digitales in Argentina (en Español). The following section asks what his childhood dream was. Marco discusses his participation in martial arts.

(How to translate a website, via Google Translate.)

ND: – ¿A qué te dedicabas antes y cuál era tu sueño de chico?

MM: – No hablaría del pasado como un “antes” porque nunca dejé de hacer lo que me gusta y elijo. Hago artes marciales desde que tengo siete años, y mi sueño era ser campeón argentino. Lo logré a los 12 años, y luego de eso, cinco veces más. Estuve en la selección cuatro años y logré tres campeonatos panamericanos consecutivos representando a Argentina: en Paraguay 2014, Argentina 2016, y Brasil 2018. Ahora estoy estudiando abogacía, estoy en quinto año. Planeo recibirme el año que viene.

Agustin Rey, News Digitales

(Franco’s friend, Kito Shelby, also had an interview with the same reporter.)

Photo Shoots

Florence, Italy

Marco’s first photo shoot. The photographer was Pablo Lonardi.

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Conclusion

Marco has a whole life pursuing the activities he loves. I wish him well. What is the favorite thing that you learned about Marco? Let me know in the comment section.

Calvin Klein, E-commerce shops, Male Fitness Models, new york city, Photography, Small Business

New York City: Mens Fashion Brands

by Andre M.

I discovered some brands based in the New York City (NYC) area while researching and writing articles about local models and photographers.

Model: Leonardo Britto. Photographer: Diego Jimenez.
Josh Riquelme by Photographer Carlos “Trey” Salazar
Model: Andrew Morrill, co-owner of Athletegy

Perhaps, I missed a brand based in NYC. If so, please tell me the name of the brand in the comments section or by email.

ClothingBrand NameWebsite
Briefcases, accessories  
 Stuart and Lauhttps://stuartandlau.com/
   
Custom Clothing  
 Proper Clothhttps://propercloth.com/about
   
Denim Jeans  
 Mott and Bow (tech pants, jeans)https://www.mottandbow.com/
 Brooklyn Denim Co.https://brooklyndenimco.com/
 Williamsburg Garment Co.https://williamsburggarment.com/
   
   
Casual Clothing  
 Calvin Klein (part of PVH Corp.)https://www.calvinklein.us
 ESNTLShttps://www.esntls.co
 Parke and Ronenhttps://www.parkeandronen.com/
   
   
Gym Clothing  
 Athletegyhttps://www.athletegy.com/
  Fourlaps https://www.fourlaps.com/
   
   
Underwear  
 Mack Weldonhttps://mackweldon.com/
 Calvin Kleinhttps://www.calvinklein.us
 Skull and Boneshttps://skullandbones.com/
 2Xisthttps://2xist.com/
  Chulo https://www.chulounderwear.nyc/shop
  C-IN2 New York https://www.c-in2.com/
   
Stone Jeans, Mott and Bow.
Model: Leonel. Photographer: Les Cordovi. Trunks, C-IN2 New York.
Model: Kyle Hynick in Times Square, NYC (2019). Photographer: Jade Young. (blog post)
Male Fitness Models, mens underwear, Photographers, Photography

Mens Underwear (2024): Adam Smith New York’s Saltire Collection

by Andre M.
Mens Underwear (2024): Adam Smith New York’s Saltire Collection

Introduction

Adam Smith New York, a menswear brand based in New York, offers its Saltire Collection. The Scottish Highlands inspires the collection. The brand uses polyester and elastane in the Saltire group for durability and 4-way stretch. There are five styles available:

  • Bikini
  • Briefs
  • Boxer briefs
  • Combo Trunks
  • Trunks.

You can purchase the underwear through the brand’s website and the Men and Underwear Store.

Model Rodolfo Valentino. Photographer Gavin Harrison. (More photos from this photo shoot)
Model: Ulysses Blaanco. Photographer: Fernando Landin

Fabric Composition

Jason Hoeung, the founder of 2Eros and Supawear, made a YouTube video comparing polyester and polyamide (nylon). Jason states that polyester is suitable for daily wear underwear and workouts. Polyamide is ideal for comfortable underwear.

FeaturePolyesterPolyamide (Nylon)
Durable, lightweightYes, smooth feelYes, though gentler and softer on the skin than polyester
Water-resistantYesYes. It absorbs water but dries faster as it is a synthetic material.
Holds color wellYesYes
Easy to washYes, highly stain resistantYes. It absorbs moisture, but it is easy to wash stains away.

In comparison, Calvin Klein combined polyester and polyamide in the CK One. (Note: I own some pairs of the boxer briefs.). The fabric composition of the CK One is 58 percent polyamide, 30 percent polyester, and 12 percent elastane. The fit is close to the body and comfortable; the material is light and flexible. The feel of the fabric is smooth. The color is deep blue (Perth Blue).

If you are interested in the fabrics used in making men’s underwear, see a link located in another blog post.

Saltire Collection

Saltire Collection StyleSizesFabric Composition
BikiniS, M, L, XL78 percent polyester, 22 percent elastane
BriefsS, M, L, XL78 percent polyester, 22 percent elastane
Boxer briefsS, M, L, XL78 percent polyester, 22 percent elastane
Combo trunksS, M, L, XL78 percent polyester, 22 percent elastane
TrunksS, M, L, XL78 percent polyester, 22 percent elastane

You should be aware that the size range is a bit smaller overall for the Saltire Collection than the other Adam Smith collection.

Size Chart

Photo Shoot: Water Polo Athlete and Model Rodolfo Valentino and Photographer Gavin Harrison

Adam Smith’s photo shoot model is Rodolfo Valentino, a water polo athlete from Italy. Rodolfo lives in the United Kingdom.

The photographer is Gavin Harrison.

Location: Leicester, UK.

Photos

Conclusion

Are you looking for a plaid addition to your underwear collection? Give the Saltire Collection a try. If you try the Saltire Collection, drop a comment below and tell us your experience.

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Mens Workout Clothes

by Andre M.
Josh Riquelme. Shorts, Tucann.
Ricardo Orozco
Franco Mayorga, Argentina
Andrew Morrill, co-owner of Athletegy New York
Mens Workout Clothing Brands
CategoryBrand NameWebsite
Crossfit /Running
Athletegyhttps://www.athletegy.com/
Fourlapshttps://www.fourlaps.com/collections/all
No Bullhttps://www.nobullproject.com/pages/men
Ten Thousandhttps://www.tenthousand.cc/collections
Training
Championhttps://www.champion.com/men.html
Darc Sporthttps://shop.darcsport.com/collections/all-products
Iñaka Powerhttps://inakapower.com/collections/shop
LiveFit (LVFT)https://www.livefitapparel.com/
Raw Gearhttps://www.bmfitgear.com/collections/all-products
BodybuildingRyderwearhttps://www.ryderwear.com/collections/mens
Stay Shreddedhttps://stayshredded.com.au/collections/mens
Strong Lift Wearhttps://www.strongliftwear.com/collections/mens
BodybuildingTLFhttps://tlfapparel.com/collections/all-products/mens
Shortys Apparelhttps://shortysapparel.co/
Resort/Beach
2eroshttps://2eros.com/
Bang! Miamihttps://bangclothes.com/
Parke and Ronenhttps://www.parkeandronen.com/
Tucannhttps://www.tucann.com/
Danny Miamihttps://dannymiami.com/collections/shorts
Premium
Armani EA7https://www.armani.com/en-us/ea7/man/clothing
Reigning Champhttps://shop.reigningchamp.com/collections/mens-latest
Ron Dorffhttps://us.rondorff.com/collections/men
YouTuber Brayan Lopez. Shorts, Raw Gear.
Model: Jakob Bergen. Shorts, Inaka Power. [Five-inch inseam workout shorts.]
Model: Jeff Violette. Shorts, Danny Miami. [Five-inch inseam workout shorts.]
Model: Andrew Morrill. Shorts, Athletegy.