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Anthony Catanzaro

Name Anthony Catanzaro
Birth date December 1970
Birthplace Long Island
Current Residence New York City
Height 5'10"
Contest Weight 176 lbs
Offseason Weight 188 lbs
First Bodybuilding Contest NPC New York State Natural. My first bodybuilding first contest and I won first place!

Best Contest Placings

Winner of 1997 WNBF Mr. Fitness, 1998 NPC NY state , 2001 WNBF Tournament of champions, 2002 NPC NYC championships "overall winner" to see a list of my contest results please visit my website at www.anthonycatanzaro.com.


Role Models in Bodybuilding/Fitness

I like a lot of the older guys from the 1970's or even the 60's. I was always impressed with guys like Steve Reeves, Frank Zane and yes of course Arnold Schwarzenegger. I tried to emulate my body after them. I'm happy with what I've accomplished!

Bodybuilders/Fitness Competitors who physiques you most admire

Bodybuilders from the past like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Frank Zane, Steve Reeves, pro guys today are just way out of proportion they look good on stage but bodybuilding is more than that! its a lifestyle and a life style you most follow naturally without the use of drugs! Yes these guys I just mentioned did use steroids to some degree but without them they would have still been outstanding . For me bodybuilding is building your body and mind to your best ability!

Bodybuilders/Fitness Competitors whose personalities you most admire

I have to say Arnold Schwarzenegger all the way, he had a goal from the time he was 15 years old and that was to be the best bodybuilder in the world then get into acting and then whatever else he set his mind on. This is the direction I'm headed my self ! I have the same goals and drive I love bodybuilding but there comes a time when you need to do something with the bodybuilding and that's exactly what Arnold did. If he were still competing he would only have been known in bodybuilding but he wanted more than that and that's where he is today you will always go in the direction you see yourself at.

Highlights of Career

When I won the overall NPC new york state in 2002. That same year I was also getting ready to launch my website so it was a very exciting time for me.

Biggest Disappointments of Career

I'm never truly disappointed with my competition results. I know that If I come in as hard and as ready as I could then I already won.
I'm trying hard with my career as a actor and TV personality, its a tuff business but I know my payday is on its way!

Best Bodypart

I have to say I'm happy with my whole physique but I guess people would say my abs are outstanding.

Worst Bodypart

I have to say my lower back needs the most work.

Favorite Exercise

I love them all!

Least Favorite Exercise

I don't have any, I trained my mind to love every exercise if I hated one or two exercises It would show. which brings to mind I don't like dead lifts that much and I need a better lower back..see where I'm going with this.

Traits you admire most in others

I was always impressed with people who are willing to push themselves when others would just quit, these people keep going and never make excuses! I'm happy to say I'm one of these people.

Traits you admire most in yourself

Besides my drive, I would have to say my heart. I love to help people and I'm not afraid of what people think of me, all that matters is how I feel about myself.

Favorite Movies

Rocky 1,2,3,4,5,6

Favorite Actor

Stallone, Pacino, De Niro, Arnold

Favorite Band or Performer

Elvis, Led Zeppelin, Van Halen I know I'm real old school!

Favorite Food

Chicken

Favorite Cheat Day Treats

Pizza

Favorite Automobile

Cadillac

Idea of a Perfect Vacation

My wife and I anywhere in the Caribbean! But Aruba is our favorite!

Favorite TV Programs

All in the family, Honeymooners, I watch a lot of TV Land!

What would you be doing if you weren't a Bodybuilder?

I have no idea.... I would probably be a carpenter, that's what I did when I was growing up.

Long Term Bodybuilding Ambitions

Just to stay in shape! no matter how old I get ,no matter what, stay in shape!

What you like most about Bodybuilding?

The way it makes you feel, most people will never know the benefits of bodybuilding not only the physical but the mental as well. Its a great way to escape from stress and tension. to me bodybuilding has always been a gift from God!

What you dislike most about Bodybuilding?

Obviously the drugs people who use them give bodybuilding a bad rep, and I wish that one day all steroids and all other enhancement drugs are completely banished with no way you can buy, sell or use them., but I don't think that will ever happen.

What advice would you give other bodybuilders?

Stay natural and stay positive! gains will not come overnight you have to stay consistent and know that every day your dieting and training hard, your one day closer to your dream body!

A little more about me...

I'm happily married to my wife Tina of almost 10 years. we have a cute little beagle named Tiny. I named her that because it's both our names put together Tony ,Tina and Tiny!. I love to help people and I'm very open with my feelings and thoughts. I'm very driven and I always look to challenge my self in anything I do. I have many goals I want to achieve and I know that as long as I stay focused and have faith in God, these dreams are going to come to past!

Email tony@anthonycatanzaro.com
Website www.anthonycatanzaro.com