Carly Thornton
Carly Thornton
Carly Thornton (Age 26 years old) is a British fitness model, stage prep coach, and IFBB Pro athlete. In 2015, she won Arnold Classic Europe and qualified for her Pro Card. With this feat, she’s also become the first female from the UK to place 1st in the Women’s physique category.
Early life
Carly Thornton was born in the United Kingdom. In her early year, she has interest in modeling and fitness.
Professional life
Carly faced many rejections from modeling agencies.
Many of them said to Carly that she wasn’t what they were looking for.
But Carly was persistent.
She knew that in time, she’d succeed in her goals – and she was correct.
After several months of unsuccessful attempts to become a model, Carly stumbled upon a modeling agency that signed a contract with her.
From there, things only went onwards and upwards.
It wasn’t long before Carly’s recognition within the fitness industry took off. In fact, she went on to become the most published model in the UK.
“I cannot count how many times I got turned away from agencies because they said I was not small enough, pretty enough or just didn’t have the “right” look” but I never gave up.
When you have a desire for something you need to keep on going until you make it a reality.
If you can visualize it then you can achieve it!”
Because she transformed her body and career over the years, Carly has widened her knowledge on various training and dieting techniques, allowing her to become a master of her physique.
With a certification in coaching, along with being a stage prep trainer, she now uses her knowledge to help others achieve their goals.
Whether that’s to win a contest or just simply get a healthier body.
Self Esteem and weight issues
While Carly Thornton is known as a fitness model and inspiration for others today, she was once highly insecure and had body image issues.
In her late teens and early 20s, she was overweight and had low self-esteem.
This took its toll with her unhealthy eating habits, affecting her both physically and mentally.
As Carly said:
“Before the age of 21 years I was not fond of any activity and to be honest was pretty unhealthy when looking back.
I had really low self-esteem and hid this behind my very loud personality.
I loved going out with my friends, but there were times that I just wasn’t confident enough to step out and canceled at the last minute“.
Modeling and fitness shows
Carly’s progress in the gym quickly became the beginning of her fitness career.
After 5 years of training, she became a completely different person.
It was around this time she became interested in competing in fitness, as she said:
“After 5-6 years I did my first show and won!
I loved being on stage and the dedication and strict regimen that comes with competing and I soon got the bug.”
After winning her debut show, Carly became interested in expanding her career to become a fitness model.
She contacted agencies and magazines, hoping to land a deal that would grow her name within the industry. Unfortunately, though, things weren’t smooth sailing in the beginning.
Net worth
According to Various reliable online resources, Carly Thornton net worth is between $500,000 - $1 million. She earned the money being a professional model and personal trainer.