We had the good fortune of connecting with Derek Soro and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Derek, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
I wanted to make a change in the world. I wanted to be a leader and show people it was easier and more beneficial for people to work together and grow as a community. I believe by making a successful business and still give back to helping others achieve success will allow others to connect and grow together. The world we live in is negative and I believe bringing a positive environment can change many lives. I want this gym and lifestyle to travel across the nation. My goal in opening a business is the change the world.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
My business is a gym, which I run with a safe, motivating, encouraging and positive atmosphere. I stand out because I don’t chase peoples money. I chase their friendships and hearts. I believe with helping each other, everyone wins and stays around. We have built an amazing community of loving and kind people who love to see others succeed. I have been training clients for 14 years and I have built this community here in Murrieta the last 4. Just one of the nightmares I went through was during quarantine. They closed the gyms and I had no where to train my clients. My wife doesn’t work and we have rent every month. So I put all of the gym equipment in the back of my car and drove to clients houses to keep training. I recorded videos and marketed it all on social media. I ran zoom boot camps online for people everyday. I have always learned that consistency, discipline and hard work can overcome mountains. Then when the the mountains seem too tall to climb, we grow the most and overcome our own mind.SUCCESS. I want the world to know that anything is possible if we believe in ourselves. Love ourselves and be of service to others. This positive energy can change the world. My brand LEGACY is the start of a new beginning and positive look and belief in the fitness industry. I will lead the world to greatness and make an impact on this world! Being kind and showing love can save this world

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
First place I would take them was to my gym! We would be working out here each day and having a few protein shakes together.. We would eat at Soro’s grill in old town and venture through old town Temecula. I would take them down to La Jolla beach and Old town San Diego. We would grab some mountain bikes and go up to Santa Rosa Plateau and go riding.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
My biggest credit goes to God and my wife for always being by my side. Also to my partner Agneta Lindberg, without her belief in me, I would not be where I am today.

Website: Legacytrainingandfitness.com

Instagram: @coachdsoro @legacytrainingandfitness

Facebook: Derek Soro @coachdsoro @legacytrainingandfitness

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