Voices Discovered: Torrey Lowe
The temperatures keep rising and that summer sun isn’t going anywhere! So you’re enjoying more time with those summer shorts, swimsuits, and sunnies!
Then, “it” happens. The “Look in the Mirror and Realize Your Summer ‘Cheat Days’ DO Actually Count” happens. And suddenly, your favorite, cute swimsuit just seems like a big headache. BUT WAIT! We have two great pieces of news!
The first is, you don’t need to look like a swimsuit ad in order to rock this summer! We think you’re beautiful just the way you are, and no amount of cheat days could ever change that!
The second piece of good news is that maintaining a strong body and positive image has a lot more to do with your own health than anything else! And that’s where Torrey Lowe and TL Fitness come in. Because everyone can benefit from taking control of their health and trying new exercise strategies!
Torrey Lowe, owner of TL Fitness, is the most effective trainer in the business. His affordable, creative, high intensity workouts have you looking forward to your next training session. At TL Fitness, they take the guesswork out of fitness—all you have to do is show up! Torrey’s passion for helping, supporting and molding all ages is clearly evident at TL Fitness. He’s an incredible role model and inspiration to anyone who crosses paths with him. The comfort that is felt at TL Fitness is like a home away from home. Read below to learn more.
Q. How did you wind up in the health and fitness industry?
A. Growing up playing sports I always had the heart for fitness. It was one of my goals: either going to the NFL or owning a gym.
TL Fitness in High Point focuses on leading effective change. They provide the tools to drive a healthy lifestyle, built around safe but challenging exercise programs for all age groups and level of performance. | Maria West Photography
Q. What type of career would you have in an alternate universe?
A. NFL wide receiver or superhero, lol!
Torrey’s background and passion for helping others motivated him to open a gym that delivers individualized, high-energy workouts with a focus on Personal Training in High Point.| Maria West Photography
Q. What do you wish you knew when first starting that you know now?
A. Well, I learn something new every day…that’s the beauty of being an entrepreneur. That, and you must brand yourself.
Athletes like Michael Jordan, Bo Jackson, and Barry Sanders inspired Torrey to want to become a dominant athlete. | Photo by Maria West Photography
Q. What would people be surprised to learn about you?
A. I’ve been a vegan since February of 2018
Q. What motivates you?
A. God, family and my fiancé Tiffany Fox, along with my clients getting results and witnessing them do things they never thought they would be able to do.
Q. Best career advice you have ever received?
A. Be yourself, stay focused on your vision, and never stop learning – listen to podcasts, interviews of successful people with the same career, etc.
Q. Favorite book?
A. Wholeness by Touré Roberts and Business Shoe Dog a memoir by the creator of Nike, Phil Knight
Q. Best vacation you have taken?
A. My trip to Boston for my client’s wedding. I surprised him on his wedding day.
Q. Where will find you on a Sunday afternoon?
A. Leaving church with my fiancé, then kayaking Oak Hollow marina or relaxing around the house.
Q. Your go-to cocktail (or mocktail)?
A. “Gold Rush” with Bookers Bourbon
Q. What makes you truly happy?
A. Being absorbed in outdoor activities that I love, being with my fiancé Tiffany Fox, helping others, and spending time with my family.
Q. As you know, HPU is right here with incredible students looking to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. What three pieces of advice would you give them?
A.
1. Always look presentable. 2. Do it with passion. 3. Be consistent.
High Point Favorites
Q. Restaurant you can’t get enough of?
A. 98 Asian Bistro, Tipsy’z, and Blue Rock Pizza
Q. Local shops doing everything right?
A. Hair Kutts Salon, Boho Dreams Boutique, and Organic AF
Q. Where do you go to unplug?
A. Wesmar Shooting Range or Oak Hollow Marina to kayak.
Q. Favorite place to grab a drink?
A. Brewer’s Kettle or Brown Truck Brewery
Q. Excluding yours, what High Point company or business do you admire the most?
A. 98 Asian Bistro: from the staff to the owners Todd and Tu.
Q. Where would you tell a first-time visitor to High Point to go and why?
A. Oak Hollow Marina – it’s peaceful and you can fish, rent a kayak, paddle board, etc.
So keep rocking your summer days, and see if TL Fitness “fits” into that routine!
If you missed Torrey Lowe’s A View On TL Fitness Feature, click here!
Voices Discovered is a series where High Point Discovered asks questions to High Point business leaders and entrepreneurs to share their view. Consider it a peek into the heart and soul of our local businesses. We hope you will be inspired to investigate more. Past guests have included Palmer Linwood Smith and Debbie Maier.
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