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

Hi james, is there something that you feel is most responsible for your success?
Believing in yourself and having passion for what you do. Without those 2 things the chances of success are low.

Believe in yourself more than anyone else and that the service or product you provide will help people find a solution.

Be so passionate that even when times get tough, you will not give up.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
My name is James Antal and I am a personal trainer from San Diego (Oceanside), California.

I am an ISSA certified personal trainer.

My Brand Liftin Jim and soon to be LLC Balanced Body Fitness, we’re both started in 2021.

I am a bodybuilding/accountability coach and my passion is helping others learn and create habits that will benefit them for the years to come.

I am different from other trainers because I not only will support you in your fitness journey but I will hold you accountable in and out of the gym. From workouts, to meal planning/tracking and morning motivation texts, my clients successes are my successes.

Owning and starting a business is very difficult and it takes grit and perseverance every single day. Show up on time, deliver and do what you say you’re going to do, and don’t give up.

I never thought I would be doing what I do now. Never thought I would have the confidence I have to help others, but here we are!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
First, I would go copper kings to get them the best burger of all time (in my opinion).

I would take them out to Carlsbad village and to the street fair in south Oceanside. Drive down the coast and to the beach at swamis or Del Mar. I would take them to golf at Encinitas Ranch and paddle board at the lagoon.

Then go see a padres game and spend some time in downtown SD!

All these places are my favorite but South Oceanside takes the cake for me! So many great spots like Anita’s, Wrench and Rodent, Privateer, And LTH to name a few.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I give all credit to God, first and foremost. Without him I would not be where I am today.

My parents, friends and family for always believing and supporting me. No matter what.

My business Coaches for being badass mentors and always leading by example.

Last and not least my clients for being amazing and trusting me to help them with their health and fitness – without my clients, I would not be able to do this for a living.

Website: https://www.flowcode.com/page/jamesantal

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