Anthony Catanzaro
Lift for Life.com Model of the Month - Drug Free for Life

Meet Lift for Life.com Natural Model of the Month, Anthony (Tony) Catanzaro. Tony is an athlete whose exceptional physique coupled with facial features reminiscent of a classical statue have brought him to the pinnacle of physical excellence.

Tony's television appearances range from the Phil Donahue show and Good Morning America, to Saturday Night Live. He has also appeared in films such as Carlito's Way, The Scout and Batman: Gothic.

It would be easy to assume that success of this nature would cause the size of Tony's head to rival his biceps.

Nothing could be further from the truth. Through it all, Tony has managed to keep a humble attitude. He is not just a model, he is a "role model".

"But what I am most proud of is helping others achieve their goals. Whether it's health and fitness, motivation, nutrition and well being I always encourage people to follow their dreams."

Tony Catanzaro

Tony was raised in Bay Shore Long Island, where he was the youngest of six children. It was around the age of eight that his direction in life became apparent as he would jump off from his school desk with a red towel pinned around his neck, claiming to be Superman. Today he actually looks the part. But his goal was not just to show off, it was to entertain. Tony sought whatever means he could to get a smile or a laugh out of others feeling that the happiness of others is among life's greatest goals.

"I think that the most important thing you can do is to make someone smile and feel good. To me, that's the greatest gift you can give."

At around the age of 15, Tony transformed a spare bedroom in his families house into a gym. This ultimately led to the transformation of his physique as well.

As a side note to the above, never underestimate the value of encouraging your own children to exercise and to be a role model in this regard yourself. Video games, television and fast food are a poor substitute for healthy pursuits and quality time.

Talk to your kids about Fitness

Anthony's Stats:

Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 195 Lbs.
Chest: 46"
Waist: 32"
Hair: Black
Eyes: Brown
Anthony's Competition Record:

2005 INBF Natural NYC Middle Weight Champion
2003 Fame America Model Universe, First Runner Up
2002 NPC New York State Bodybuilding, Middleweight winner & overall champion
2001 INBF Tournament of Champions, Middleweight Champion
1998 Natural Bodybuilding, Middleweight Champion
1997 Mr. Fitness Champion

Tony strongly believes that a healthy physique is a Natural Physique, and has accomplished all that you see on this page without the aid of steroids or other performance enhancing drugs.

"To this day, I still meet many guys who want to become male fitness models or bodybuilders who are taking enhancement drugs, and wish that they never started. I tell them that the only enhancement they need in life is their spirit!"

Anthony is available for personal training, diet consultation, Customized Diets, modeling, and motivational speaking.