Leo Costa, Jr. was born and raised on a family dairy in Visalia, California, being the oldest of 3 siblings. His childhood dream was to be a professional athlete. He went on to play sports such as; baseball, football, and basketball throughout his school years.
He was an All- American baseball player in high school and received a scholarship to play college football. He has always been interested in challenging himself, which lead him to; competing in rodeos, becoming a mason, competing in long-distance cycling, becoming a personal trainer, and ultimately leading him to his biggest greatest passion of all - , mastering competitive bodybuilding at the world level. He currently owns and operates a personal fitness training studio in Tulare, California.
He has owned many studios over the past 32 years, as well as setting up and developing other personal fitness training businesses. He has traveled internationally to give seminars, perform posing exhibitions, promote store openings, and public speaking at conferences for corporations. In addition, to his fitness business, he has developed a supplement line and written many bodybuilding training courses.
Leo also has a niche marketing company that he co-owns and has been operating for 20 years that includes; self- defense, the art of cigar smoking, fly fishing, and motocross racing. All of his work is geared towards teaching and educating individuals, helping them reach their full potential while striving to be a better version of themselves. Leo believes that his best work lies ahead of him, and he’s excited about the possibilities the future holds.