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About
Welcome to WorldChamp15 Fitness. I am Carlos Rijos-Soto, and I don't just guess at results—I engineer them.
With over 35 years of coaching experience and a resume that includes 15 World Natural Powerlifting Federation (WNPF) Championships, I offer a level of expertise rarely found in personal training. Whether you are looking to lose weight, build functional strength, or compete at an elite level, I bring a world-class mindset to your specific goals.
Why train with me?
▲Elite Experience: 15-Time World Champion Powerlifter.
▲Deep Education: I hold two Bachelor’s degrees in Physical Education and Special Education. I understand body mechanics and how to teach effectively to anyone.
▲Versatility: From specialized athletic coaching to general fitness and special needs adaptations, I have trained every type of client.
▲Flexible Location Options: I make fitness convenient for you. We can train at:
My fully-equipped private home studio.
The comfort of your own home (I travel to you).
Your current gym (provided they allow outside trainers).
My approach combines the intensity of a champion with the patience and care of a lifelong educator. Let’s build a customized plan to change your life!
Overview
Hired 16 times
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1 employee
26 years in business
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2021
Services offered
Event to prep for
Fitness goals
Lose weight
Get toned
Build muscle
Gain flexibility
Client age
41 - 50 years old
51 - 60 years old
61 - 70 years old
71 or older
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Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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RR B.
May 29, 2026
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I cannot say enough good things about Coach Carlos! I have been with him for a month and can already see and feel a difference! As an older female it is important to maintain strength and flexibility. Mine were waning. I already can tell a difference in mobility and balance. Coach Carlos takes training very seriously and works on your level. He provides invaluable advice on technique and style, and pushes you to go further while checking in to make sure you are doing ok. I never feel judged or criticized. In fact I feel encouraged and validated. If you’re serious about your fitness, I highly recommend Coach Carlos!!
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Jameson J. S.
Jan 10, 2023
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Coach Carlos has really helped me target and hit my fitness goals! His style of training builds habits that benefit your daily routine, by always stretching in between sets to not only help with flexibility but improves muscle growth.
With tried and tested recommendations for supplements to providing off day exercises to keep active before the next session, Coach curates a curriculum that pushes you to the finish line while consistently challenging your muscles with variations of your routine so your body never adapts to one particular exercise.
Coaches experience alone training for and winning world championships as a participant but also as a trainer to others, gives confidence that your selection for a personaltrainer isn’t just another gym coach but a qualified professional that has built a successful career following an all natural approach. Learning the proper techniques, form and routines sets you up for success and will instill those same methods into your future.
Coach. Altos is an all around stand up guy, pleasure to chat with during workouts and couldn’t be happier with the results. I’ve seen more of a transition in this last 2 months than any other attempt at meeting my fitness goals. It really works, just be consistent and listen to everything he says! Worth every penny, only thing is I wish I started sooner!!!!
WorldChamp15 Fitness's reply
thanks my brother!
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Alfonso I.
Nov 8, 2020
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Carlos is great. My wife and I do outdoor group training with Carlos two times a week. He not only pushes us to exceed our limits and also turns the training to a complete fun. We are so surprised of the improvement in our physical condition and the transformation in our body and mind after training with Carlos. He is a great coach and a great motivator. I strongly recommend Carlos if you are serious about starting a fitness journey.😎
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Julia V.
Aug 27, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
Xiao is very professional and responsible! The first session is complimentary. You can try first and then decide the following packages with her. She is a really tough trainer. During the workout, she kept pushing me to do my best and taught me a lot of knowledge about how to do the exercises in the right position and how to avoid injury. I really like her service and want to stay with her for long term.
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Nithasha Y.
May 23, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Highly recommend Carlos. My husband trains with Carlos and looks forward to his sessions every week. Carlos is knowledgeable, motivating and result oriented. The first trainer we worked with who emphasizes on stretching post every workout.
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Carlos Rijos-Soto
FAQs
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I will discuss the fitness goal with the new clients first. Then I will give them a fitness assessment to evaluate their body conditions. Then I will customize training plan based on the evaluation and adjust the plan according to their performances during training.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have three bachelor´s degrees for Physical Education, Special Education and Spanish. I´m also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist at National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA), Certified Personal Trainer with National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA).
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I wanted to help people to enjoy a heathy and dynamic lifestyle.
