Meet Nicolas Durso

Today we’d like to introduce you to Nicolas durso.

So, before we jump into specific questions about the business, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story.
Growing up I was always into fitness because both my mom and dad were personal trainers. At an early age of twelve, I was working out, fighting or getting into some sort of trouble involving drugs. I ventured away from drugs for a little while when I was about 14/15 and started to pursue my love for fighting. Eventually, I did Succumb to drugs and partying. I got involved with heroin, alcohol, and violence at the age of 16.

I collected up four felonies and went to prison for a short stint when I was 19. Finally at March 21, 2012from the help of my family never giving up on me I got sober from heroin and all other mind-altering substances. I began personal training about a year after being sober because I had already been a trainer in my teen years. Working out and fighting had been my outlet my whole life and I wanted to make something of myself now. I had a handful of amateur boxing wins but wanted to pursue men’s physique.

Along the way, I had a beautiful little girl who is four now. Today I am a family man who is well respected for the father, trainer, and turned out to be a pretty decent human being. I have a connection with all people I train. I want to show people that no matter who you are where you came from or what adversity you are dealing with it is possible to still be great and successful. I would like to continue to keep growing my business with my father to help people conquer whatever demons they may have. Today I am two time overall men’s physique champion, handful of 1st/2nd place trophies, and top ten national competitors. I will have my sights set on turning professional summer 2020.

Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
Addiction to everything drugs, women, violence. I was constantly in a battle with myself and not thinking I was strong enough to win.

Please tell us more about your work.
I am known for just being myself. People know I say what is on my mind no matter if it gets me into trouble or not. I pride myself on being real and not fake. I specialize in boxing, Muay Thai, and bodybuilding. I think what sets me apart is that I won’t ever try to act like I’m good at something I’m not. I’ll teach you how to beat someone up or get hotter that’s what I’m good at.

Is there anyone, in particular, you would like to recognize? Mentors, etc?
My father is my biggest mentor and has never gave up on me. He always pushed me to be the best that I am. Nathan Kholerman has been a great friend and mentors to me business wise to push me to always be better.

Pricing:

• 60 per hour 1 on 1 personal training

Contact Info:

• Address: Nic Durso
  602 568 9254
  Durso.nic@gmail.comJohn Durso
  602 373 3781
  Positive90@aol.com

Image Credit:
Sariah Harvey photography

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