John Rivas

John Rivas IFBB Pro

Owner / Head Coach of Valiant Action Training LLC.

Becoming an All-time World record holder in Powerlifting and then an IFBB Open Bodybuilder; it took many years to gain the insight to truly become a champion. With two decades of personal experience; I created my company fully invested with the mindset of helping people create the best version of themselves. Whether it's becoming an IFBB bodybuilder, an All-Time world record holder in powerlifting, or maybe simply becoming the healthiest version that one can be. At Valiant action training we support goals that come in all shapes and sizes; and we do it with a passion! Some Personal Achievements: -B.A Economics and Business -B.S Computer Science/ Cyber security -Masters in Nutrition Science (in progress) Powerlifting- -2x Collegiate All American -Bench press National Champion -Multiple Time Power Lifter National Champion -2012 Team USA Lifter (Bronze Medal) -All Time World Record Total in the 242lb/110 kg weight class Bodybuilding- -1st Place Southern Tournament of Champions (SHW class and Overall Champion) -1st Place Arnold Classic Bodybuilding Amateur Champion (SHW Division) -2nd Place Runner up Toronto Pro Qualifier (SHW Division) - 1st Place Legends Classic (SHW and Overall Champion) - 1st Place 2025 M.Nationals (SHW Winner and Overall Champion) **Earning IFBB Pro Card

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