Matus Valent

Matus is a European fitness model. He was born in April 20, 1981, in Bratislava, Slovak Republic. He is the definition of the total hunk!

As a young guy, Matus played indoor volleyball and became the Junior Slovakian champion with his team ASK Inter. He was also on the Slovakian National team at the age of 19.

During his college years, Matus turned to beach volleyball and in 2004 he became the California A-Category champion.

After earning a University Masters Degree in Physical Education and Sports Management, Matus moved to California where he now lives.

Matus has appeared in numerous magazines

(over 40 in the past 3 years) including Men's Exercise, Men's Workout, Exercise & Health, Natural Muscle, Reps, Maximum Fitness, Coast, Muscle & Fitness, the cover of RX fitness magazine and the new Muscle & Fitness cover Nov 09 (Czech & Slovak edition).

For the past 3 years Matus has participated in fitness and sport modelling competitions, winning 1st place at the Model America event in 2006, 1st place at the Model California in 2005 & 2006 and 3rd place at the Model Universe in Miami 2006.

His modelling career has lead to many other opportunities for Matus, including appearing in the music video for Kristine W's hit " Walk away ", modelling for the poster for the movie "Pathfinder", being featured in national advertising for Otomix fitness clothing and active wear, and co-starring in the third season of Janice Dickinson Modelling Agency TV series.

Matus is very grateful for his success and enjoys the opportunities his life in America has made possible.

Vital statistics:

Height: 6'2"

Weight: 200-205 lbs

Eyes: grey / blue

Hair: light brown

Photo copyrights to Mark Wangerin, Prado foto, Mike Ruis...