Osvaldo Lugones is a popular name in the world of calisthenics and street workouts. Calisthenics professionals and enthusiasts know him for being the mentor at ThenX and a close friend and collaborator of Chris Heria.
He is popular for his Planche videos and calisthenics people have nicknamed him “Planche King”. Calisthenics enthusiasts rate his one-arm front levers, full maltese, and full planche pushups highly.
Let’s know more about him.
Early Life
Osvaldo Lugones, born on August 21, 1991, in Cuba, developed a passion for bodybuilding from a young age.
He grew up watching his uncle exercising.
At 13, his family relocated to Miami in pursuit of better opportunities. During his initial days in Miami, he watched bodybuilding videos and started weightlifting for entertainment.
Where is He Now?
He is living in Miami, FL with his wife and two sons.
He was active on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube until 2019. But he has taken a step back since then from the spotlight. His followers and fitness enthusiasts are curious to know where he is and what he is doing now.
The 32-year-old has prioritized his family, dedicating all his time to his children and loved ones.
Despite his absence from social media, he continues to pursue his passions, regularly engaging in exercise and calisthenics. However, he no longer shares his videos or photos online as frequently as he used to.
After taking a long break from social media for 2 years, Osvaldo posted an Instagram post explaining why he stopped uploading content from social media networks. He explained that he decided to step away from social media to dedicate his time to his family after the birth of his son in 2019.
Although he is back on social media (Only on Instagram) posting photos and reels, he is not as active as he used to be years ago.
Did Chris Heria and ThenX Forbid Lugones from Posting Content on Social Media?
Osvaldo has cleared that he stopped uploading photos and videos on social media networks (Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube) to dedicate his entire time to his family.
Although many speculated that ThenX and Chris Heria forbade him from uploading content on his social media, he has cleared that is not true.
Career
Lugones began his bodybuilding journey at 13, continuing until he was 20, solely focusing on weightlifting.
However, at 21, a friend named Anthony introduced him to calisthenics during a park workout session, sparking his interest.
He then watched videos of Hannibal For King and Barstarzz.
Delving into YouTube tutorials, Lugones honed his calisthenics skills, eventually meeting and catching the attention of Chris Heria.
Under Heria’s mentorship, Lugones refined his physique and skills. He sometimes went to Chris’ calisthenics academy and then later worked with Chris to establish Thenx.
Inspired to pursue calisthenics professionally, Lugones abandoned his previous job to chase his dreams.
He has toured different cities in the US and even European cities including Amsterdam, Berlin, Paris, Zurich, London, and Barcelona to provide calisthenics shows, workshops, and training.
He trains with Chris Heria, Stefan Heria, and Shawn Lozano. Gabriele Saturno also used to train with Osvaldo but Gabo has now parted with the Thenx family to focus fully on his own company Saturno Movement.
He also established the Olevo Club in Miami, Florida with his wife Elizabeth Lugones in 2018. The company provided online calisthenics and street workout training and custom-built calisthenics equipment. The company served the South Florida area but does not seem active anymore.
Details on His Wife, Children, Family, and Relationship
Lugones is married and has two children. He is married to Elizabeth Lugones.
In August 2019, he celebrated his 28th birthday alongside his son’s sixth-month milestone, hinting at a growing family.
He lives with his two sons (05 year old and 02 year old) and wife.
Net Worth
As of now, Lugones’ net worth is estimated to be around $6 million. His income primarily stems from his roles as a personal trainer, calisthenics athlete, and social media influencer.
Has He Injured Himself Doing Workouts?
Osvaldo has encountered several injuries during his intense workout sessions, often pushing the boundaries of difficulty and risk.
In December 2018, he suffered an elbow injury that temporarily sidelined him from workouts for about a month
Key Details
- Full Name: Osvaldo Lugones
- Nickname: Osvaldo
- Birthplace: Cuba
- Date of Birth: August 21, 1991
- Age: 32 years old
- Zodiac Sign: Leo
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Athlete, Fitness Instructor
Physical Attributes
- Height: 5.9 feet
- Weight: Approximately 76 kg
Social Media Presence
- Instagram: @Osvaldo Lugones
- Facebook: Osvaldo Lugones
- YouTube: Osvaldo Lugones
- Twitter: Osvaldo Lugones
- Email: [email protected]
