Interview With Cover Model Charles Paz

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Interview With Cover Model Charles Paz

Today I'm pleased to introduce you to Charles Paz on Cover Model Corner. I first met Charles at the Romantic Times Convention in 2009 where he won the Mr. Romance competition.

Q - Whta was the first cover you appeared on and how did this come about?

Charles - First cover was LORD OF DEVILS ISLE by CONNIE MASON. It was my Prize for winning the MR. ROMANCE competiton at the RT BOOK LOVERS COMVENTION in 2009.

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Q - If you could do a photo shoot anywhere in the world for a cover, where would you most want to go? What sort of shoot would it be?

It would be in BRAZIL for a Sports Illustrated SWIMSUIT EDITION cover. Hahaha. You didn't say 'what' kind of cover. Now for a Book cover? I'd probably so somewhere that has Castles and Oceans. Stuff like that. And I'd do REAL SHOTS. Not that Photoshop fake backgrounds like you see everywhere.

Q- Beyond romance novel cover shots, what other projects or jobs keep you busy?

I shoot for the Fitness Industry. Mostly competitors that do shows and compete but also individuals who lose weight and want to get shots of themselves in their prime shape. I also personal train people at the studio.

Q- What's one question you wish an interviewer would ask you?

“Charles, How does it feel to be happily married, have your own studio, shooting for Muscular Development Magazine and win the Lotto all in one year?”

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Q - If you wrote a book, what would it be about?

It would be a Childrens book. Teaching them to help others in need and how to handle situations they may come across in their youth. It would be a whole series. One book would feature a kid who has trouble reading and his classmates help him. Another maybe a kid who has trouble making friends and is a loner, so the kids come together and involve him in activities. Maybe even one who is overweight? I don’t know. Children are the most important thing right now. Instilling values and integrity into them at a young age will make the world better in the long run.

Q- This question is almost always asked in interviews because your fitness level is beyond the average persons. What is your exercise routine and what sort of nutrition plan do you follow to achieve and maintain your level of fitness?

Ice Cream. Chocolate. Bacon. Fried Foods. That is all. Lol. I got a nutritionist who helps me with my diet and training. I have done it on my own and I'm fine, BUT it takes another person watching your intake to truly help you change your body. I do a lot of High Intensity training along with Heavy Lifting. I bench 455 on a flat bench. Dead lifted over 600. Leg Press 1500lbs for reps. But Im more for a Look now. They don’t have weight machines at the library or store so whats the point of looking sloppy. Lol

Q- If you could share three simple fitness tips the average romance reader could do every day to stay healthy, what would they be?

Honest opinion is to HIRE someone who knows what they are doing. Bottom line. It is an investment in yourself and worth it.

BUT, If I had to choose 3 Id say:

-BE ACTIVE. Start with 20min cardio a day. Maybe take a walk around the park. 20min will turn into 30min. Then an hour. We all start somewhere.

-EAT CLEAN. No fast foods. No soda. Lots of Green Veggies and lean protiens.

-IT’S A MARATHON, NOT A SPRINT. Most of the time people go HARD and burn out. Remember, it’s a Lifestyle change. Not just a temporary change.

Q- It's your birthday dinner and the calories don't count. What's on the menu and what are you drinking?

OH MY!! Hahaha. Shots of PATRON for sure!!! Maybe A Backyard BBQ with lots of friends and Family. Carrot Cake as dessert. Food is always more enjoyable when you are surrounded by people. I'm alone most of the time when I eat. Sad, I know but true.

Q- Describe the perfect romantic evening:

Romance? Whats That? Hahaha. I don’t know honestly. Its been a VERY LONG time since Ive gone on a ‘date’. Let alone have a romantic evening with someone. Beach and wine with the sunset. Ya know? That kind of cliché I guess, but in my world, Id take a girl to DAVE and BUSTERS. Its like an Adult Chuckie Cheese. Good Food. Games. And of course Alcohol. Hahaha. Then back to the house for some ‘Naughtiness’ But its more about interacting and having fun with someone. Creating that Chemistry. Laughing together. I do things differently. I don’t do Fancy Resturaunts and stuff.

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Q- Please share one unusual fact about you or your life:

Once Upon a Time, I was supposed to be Married. Have kids. Have a Job that over worked and under paid me. Along with being over weight and out of shape. But at the same time, I would be…. Happy. I feel at times that THIS Life, THESE moments, THIS ride that I have been on for the last few years, Isnt supposed to be real. Imagine a life with No ‘MR.ROMANCE’. No BODY BUILDING. No FIFTH ELEMENT STUDIOS. No HAWTNESS CREATOR. None of these things that have made me famous or a known for the past few years. Id say that is the unusual thing about my life. I'm not supposed to be here.

Eight Quickie questions:

1.) Watching the sunset or watching the stars?

Watching sunsets, lead to watching stars but most impotantly, that leads to watching ‘Sun Rises’ ;-)

2.) The beach or the mountains?

Beach. Without a Doubt.

3.) Primitive camping or luxury hotel?

Hotel. Not a fan of Camping. Lol.

4.) Snow skiing or water skiing?

Water Skiing. DUH!!! Why do something that is cold and keeps Women Covered up?!?!?! HAHA

5.) Favorite movie:

At this time, LOVE AND OTHER DRUGS was a great movie I just saw. As well as WIN WIN. Both are MUST SEES

6.) Best book you ever read: