Leland Wilce by Russell Fleming |
Leland
Leland describes himself as a country boy and we can definitely imagine him in the outback, shirtless, running and exercising ...
An ambitious and down to earth young man, Leland is dedicated to his training and healthy lifestyle and keeps fit all year round
Vital statistics:
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 180lbs
Waist: 32"
Chest: 41"
Eyes: hazel/green
Hair: Brown
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Here's Leland's interview in full
Leland, welcome to Stunning Men and a big thank you
for taking the time to do the interview.
Thank you
so much for the opportunity to be interviewed Didier!
Could we start off with talking a little about yourself and your background?
You are from Queensland, Australia ...
Yes from Queensland, Australia. I have grown up
predominantly in the country so I’ll always be a country boy at heart. I am
currently a Health Club manager and a small business owner. Quite fresh into
this industry, but I am going to give it all I have got to offer!
How did you get into modelling?
A friend asked me to compete in an amateur
modelling competition. To my surprise I ended up winning the competition and
from there it hasn’t stopped for a second!
What do you enjoy the most about it?
This would have to be my vain side coming out (Leland
laughs). It’s great to be recognised for the time and effort I have put in,
whether that be in the gym, nutrition or even study. It really makes everything
I do worthwhile.
How do you
prepare before a photoshoot?
I don’t! (more laughs) Maybe a little ... I make
sure to cut a little back on carbohydrates that week. But I always stay fully
hydrated. The morning of the shoot I will have a banana and an apple. Of course
training has to be of a high standard all year round. But I believe too many
models out there put too much emphasis on a “pre-shoot pump”. If you’re working
your body throughout the shoot, it’s a work out in itself! The photos just get
better and better!
You have a great physique. How do you keep in shape
and healthy? Do you practise any sport?
Diet,
Diet, DIET! That’s all I can say. I eat clean, I stay away from alcohol and I
bust myself in the gym every time I walk through the door. I am a martial
artist. I train Muay Thai and MMA. It’s functional, it’s fast, and it’s tough.
The three pillars of my lifestyle!
What are your top three favourite gym exercises and
why?
I don’t
have any favourite exercises as such, I get a lot of exercises from my two
biggest fitness model inspirations, Being Greg Plitt and Frank Medrano. They
both have a very unique way of training and very different techniques. (Yes I
am that guy in the gym doing strange things).
What’s the best form of cardio for you?
My
martial arts is more than enough! It’s the hardest cardio work out I’ve ever
completed, and it happens every second day!!
How do you keep motivated?
Motivation
isn’t needed when you love what you do. It all started with having the body
that girls want (ridiculous I know, but most guys start here) ... after that,
it was for my brothers in iron (my training partners), but now, it’s me and
only me. Every time I walk through that door at the gym, it’s an opportunity to
better myself. Not to be the best, not to look the best or put anyone else
down, but completely and utterly for my self satisfaction. I simply want to be
the best I can be in every aspect of my life. And if that means training at 4
am when it’s cold and dark. So be it. Every waking moment I am working towards
a better me.
How do you fit training and fitness into
your life? Is it a difficult thing to achieve?
It’s
not difficult. In fact it’s difficult not to do! I lead a very busy lifestyle,
but only because I have made it that way. The only thing I find difficult about
fitting my gym into my schedule, is having to leave the place!
You are a very good looking guy – what do you think is your best
asset?
Thank you! My best asset is and always will be my
abs! Genetics are one thing, abs I work for, and I’m very proud of!
And if you could change one thing about your body, what would that be?
Gettin’
huge! (Leland laughs again) No ... I kid. I’d love to have bulls, instead of
calves (pardon the pun!). Just another thing to work for!
How do you approach a challenge?
A challenge! Tell me what it is and what I have to do! I live
for a challenge. I approach it full force but definitely keep my head clear.
I’m a calculated risks kinda guy!
What
do you do in your down time?
Down
time, I am a musician. My first baby is a Cole Clark acoustic 12 string. She is
gorgeous and I play her every day.
Do you have any role models? People who inspire you?
Apart from the earlier mentioned (Greg Plitt and
Frank Medrano), my major one would have to be my father. His even nature,
dedication to everything he starts and his loving caring nature. The most
amazing man I know.
Now a few quick fun questions if we may? Do you
think you are a good date?
(Laughing)
Of course! That is if you can get me out of a gym for a date. But mention food
and I’m there!
What do you think is the secret to a good
relationship?
Asking me
for my secrets of success now hey? (more laughs)
Well ... I like learning from the best Leland ...
Best
relationship advice I have ever received was from my instructor through my
fitness and business courses (Kman).
Guys,
listen!!!! Listen to your partner, they will want to share their day with you,
even though you’ve lived a whole day of your own. Take your partners in! You
might learn something.
Girls,
please don’t get cranky when you ask us how our day was and we say “good”. It’s
not that your questions bore us, nor do you frustrate us. Like I mentioned
earlier, we have just lived the whole day, we don’t want to repeat it back to
someone!
Could we start off with talking a little about yourself and your background? You are from Queensland, Australia ...
How did you get into modelling?
What do you enjoy the most about it?
How do you prepare before a photoshoot?
You have a great physique. How do you keep in shape and healthy? Do you practise any sport?
What are your top three favourite gym exercises and why?
What’s the best form of cardio for you?
How do you keep motivated?
How do you fit training and fitness into your life? Is it a difficult thing to achieve?
You are a very good looking guy – what do you think is your best asset?
And if you could change one thing about your body, what would that be?
How do you approach a challenge?
What do you do in your down time?
Do you have any role models? People who inspire you?
Now a few quick fun questions if we may? Do you think you are a good date?
What do you think is the secret to a good relationship?
Well ... I like learning from the best Leland ...
Are you a brief man or a boxer kinda guy?
Definite
briefs!
What do you listen to on your iPod?
Can I say
everything? I absolutely love acoustic jams. Artists like John Butler and Ed
Sheeran. After that it seems to get a little more heavy. Artists like Slipknot
and Karnivool.
Your favourite song or piece of music to play while
training or running?
Hungry,
by Rob Bailey and the Hustle Standard.
What kind of movies do you like?
I tend to
fall to sleep in movies. It’s dark, my seat is comfortable..... I just nod off!
So with regards to your question “Are you a good date?” just don’t take me to
the movies. I will and have before fallen to sleep on a first date!
What can’t you live without?
Heartbeat!
Please finish these two sentences for me. “You
wouldn’t know, but I’m very good at ... Cooking,
I love my food. It’s a necessity for me to be able to cook!”
But I’m just not very good at ...
Quiet
time. If you get me started on a subject I’m passionate about, be prepared to
pull up a chair.
What’s the best thing ever invented?
A coat
hanger ... doubles as an aerial for your broken car radio, and my floor may be
hard to see if they didn’t exist.
What three words describe you best?
Am I
allowed a quote? Proud, but never satisfied.
That’s four ... but I’ll give you this one! One
last question Leland, where do you see yourself and what would you like to be
doing in 10 years time?
10 years?
Wow! In ten years time I will have my own gyms around Australia and personal
training studios in the UK. Keep an eye out for me! (Leland flashes his
gorgeous smile) I will still be involved in the fitness industry and still as
passionate as ever.
What do you listen to on your iPod?
Your favourite song or piece of music to play while training or running?
What kind of movies do you like?
What can’t you live without?
Please finish these two sentences for me. “You wouldn’t know, but I’m very good at ... Cooking, I love my food. It’s a necessity for me to be able to cook!”
But I’m just not very good at ...
What’s the best thing ever invented?
What three words describe you best?
That’s four ... but I’ll give you this one! One last question Leland, where do you see yourself and what would you like to be doing in 10 years time?
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