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Dreambody by Paul Anthony

Calgary personal trainer for weight loss and total body transformation

World champion natural bodybuilder Paul Anthony coaches weight loss, muscle gain and contest prep, in person in Calgary and online anywhere.

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About Paul · 30+ years

Meet Paul Anthony, Calgary’s transformation coach

Paul Anthony is a Calgary personal trainer, the founder of Dreambody and a world champion natural bodybuilder. With a 30+ year reputation, he helps people lose fat, build muscle and keep the results, in person in Calgary or through online personal training wherever you live, by combining custom workouts, meal plans and mindset coaching in one plan.

Paul has been a certified personal trainer for several decades. Of all his titles, he counts the transformations he engineers in the gym as his greatest achievement, including helping 151 novice athletes earn their pro cards, and hundreds more bounce back after a baby, overcome an injury, prepare for a competition or lose weight.

  • 30+years coaching reputation
  • 151novice athletes to pro cards
  • 2003World Champion
  • 12+Trainer of the Year awards
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Titles and recognition

World champion
  1. 2000 · Western Canadian ChampionshipsWinner, Middleweight and Best Overall Bodybuilder
  2. 2001 · Professional cardWinner, Light Heavyweight
  3. 2003 · World Championship, New York CityFirst Canadian ever to win the title, with a perfect score and Best Overall Competitor
  4. Personal Trainer of the Year, AlbertaWon 12+ years, chosen from 400+ trainers
  5. WBFF Top Trainer in CanadaWinner
  6. 2022 · IMPACT MagazineNamed one of Canada’s Top Fitness Trainers, Alberta

Common questions

Who is Paul Anthony?

Paul Anthony is a Calgary personal trainer and the founder of Dreambody. He is a former world champion natural bodybuilder (2003 World Championship, the first Canadian to win the title) with a 30+ year reputation in the fitness industry, and he coaches weight loss, muscle gain and contest prep clients in person in Calgary and online.

Where does Paul Anthony train clients in Calgary?

Paul trains clients in person at DreamBody Training, 2015 32 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2G 5J3. In-person training isn't offered at other Calgary locations, but online personal training is available anywhere.

Can I train with Paul Anthony if I don't live in Calgary?

Yes. Online personal training gives you customized workout and meal plans, accountability through journalling, and video meetings with Paul every couple of weeks. You can follow the program at home, at a gym near you, or while you travel.

How much does a personal trainer cost in Calgary with Paul Anthony?

Pricing depends on the training package that best suits your needs, such as in-gym sessions, online coaching or a combination. Paul shares pricing during a free consultation, once he understands your goals.

What happens at the free consultation?

Your consultation takes place in person at the gym or over the phone. You'll discuss your goals and health situation with Paul and decide which training plan works best for you. Men are asked to bring a pair of shorts and women a two-piece swimsuit for before photos.

Why Dreambody

Why train with Paul

Most plans fail when motivation dips. Paul pairs competition-level expertise with mindset coaching, a complete five-part method and the choice of training in person or online, so the results last.

World champion expertise

A 2003 world champion natural bodybuilder and Personal Trainer of the Year in Alberta for 12+ years, Paul brings competition-level knowledge to every client.

Mindset first

Paul developed MindScore, mindset training built on meditation, affirmations and visualization, to prime clients for change.

The Dreambody method

Five components work together, so your plan holds up when life gets busy: Mind Gym, nutrition, stretching, cardio and resistance training.

In person or online

Every plan starts from your goals, history and measurements. Train one-on-one in Calgary, online from anywhere, or combine both.

Weight loss

Calgary weight loss programs that last

Sustainable fat loss without quick fixes or one-size-fits-all meal plans. You get the right meal plan, weight loss workouts and the mindset to push through plateaus, built around your goals, history and measurements.

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In-gym training

One-on-one training in Calgary

Train with Paul in person in Calgary, with personalized workouts, meal plans and mindset strategies for motivation, time and self-talk, from a coach with a 30+ year reputation.

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Online training

Online personal training, anywhere

Custom workouts, online nutrition coaching and a comprehensive meal plan, with video check-ins every couple of weeks and accountability through journalling. Follow it at home, at a gym near you, or while you travel.

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Stage prep

Competition and stage prep

Bodybuilding, physique, figure, bikini and fitness contest prep covering workouts, nutrition, posing, styling and mindset, from a world champion who has helped 151 novice athletes earn their pro cards.

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Paul Anthony, world champion natural bodybuilder, showing his stage-ready physique

Real client results

Weight loss transformations from real Dreambody clients

Paul’s Dreambody program has helped thousands of people get in the best shape of their lives. Here are a few of the clients who did the work, in their own words and numbers.

Melanie before and after her Dreambody weight loss transformation

Lost 55 lbs

Melanie

After having two kids, Melanie had reached 185 pounds. With Dreambody she lost 55 pounds and got into the best shape of her life. “Thanks DreamBody, you changed my life!”

Chad before and after losing 35 pounds with Calgary personal trainer Paul Anthony

Lost 35 lbs · 23% to 4% body fat · 5 months

Chad

Chad lost 35 lbs, dropped from 23% to 4% body fat and gained lean muscle in five months, then stepped on stage, ripped, for his first competition.

Grace before and after her Dreambody transformation

Lost 25 lbs · down 2 sizes · 6 months

Grace

Grace lost 25 lbs and 16% body fat, went down two sizes and gained lean muscle in six months. “I went from being skinny-fat to being fit and strong!”

Christina before and after her weight loss with Dreambody personal training

Back to her teenage weight

Christina

“As a Registered Nurse I see so many unhealthy people… I hired a personal trainer and changed my nutrition and it changed my life! I am back to my weight when I was a teenager and I feel incredible.”

Lindsay before and after her Dreambody transformation

Dreambody transformation

Lindsay

Lindsay’s before and after photos are part of the Dreambody transformations gallery. See Lindsay’s transformation

Individual results vary and depend on consistency with training, nutrition and lifestyle. See more transformations

Client stories

What clients say about training with Paul

Taking the Dreambody Challenge helped me push past limits I never thought possible… Paul has coached me to my absolute personal best not only in the gym but as well as in my life. I believe you have to work with the BEST to be your BEST.
Michelle CochraneLost 40 lbs · 30% to 8% body fat · Top 10 at Worlds, Las Vegas 2014
I have tried many training methods and diet “tricks” for a few years but none of them worked at all. After only 6 months with the world champion natural bodybuilder Paul Anthony, he got me ripped and gave me the leanest physique I have ever had.
ChrisLost 22 lbs · 14.7% to 8% body fat in 24 weeks
Thank you Dreambody Online Program for helping me win my Pro Card. Paul you have been an incredible mentor, friend, coach and helped shape me into the woman I am today.
Andrea SmithWon her pro card with online coaching

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How it works

From first call to results

How training with Paul works, whether you meet him at the gym in Calgary or work together online.

  1. Step 1

    Free consultation

    Meet Paul in person at the gym or talk by phone. You’ll discuss your goals and health situation and decide which plan fits. Bring shorts (men) or a two-piece swimsuit (women) for before photos.

  2. Step 2

    Assessment and interview

    Where you’re at, where you want to go, medical history and key measurements, so your program fits both short- and long-term goals.

  3. Step 3

    Your custom plan

    A fitness and nutrition plan built from your stats: workouts, supporting videos, a comprehensive meal plan and supplement recommendations.

  4. Step 4

    Coaching and accountability

    Train with Paul in the gym or meet by video every couple of weeks online to review progress, adjust the plan and keep you moving.

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FAQ

Personal training and weight loss questions, answered

Straight answers to what people ask most before they start. Still have a question? Call 403-612-3538 or send Paul a message.

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What is the best personal trainer in Calgary for weight loss?

The best fit is a trainer who combines exercise, nutrition and mindset and has documented client results. Paul Anthony has helped thousands of Dreambody clients transform their bodies, including Melanie, who lost 55 lbs, and Chad, who lost 35 lbs in five months, and he has won Personal Trainer of the Year in Alberta for 12+ years. A free consultation is the easiest way to see if his approach suits you.

Is online personal training as effective as in-person training?

With Paul, online coaching includes the same custom workouts and meal plans as in-person training, with regular video check-ins to review progress and adjust your plan. The difference is flexibility: you train when it fits your schedule. Online training also works for beginners.

How fast will I lose weight with a personal trainer?

It depends on your starting point and consistency, and individual results vary. As examples, Dreambody client Grace lost 25 lbs and went down two sizes in six months, and Chris lost 22 lbs in 24 weeks. If you see no progress for more than four weeks despite consistent effort, it's time to reassess your plan.

Do I need a personal trainer if I've never exercised regularly?

A trainer helps beginners learn a wider range of exercises and correct technique, so you progress faster and avoid injuries. Paul works with all fitness levels and builds progressive plans that help beginners feel confident.

What makes the Dreambody program different from other fitness plans?

The best plan only works if you stick to it. Paul's approach links five components, Mind Gym, nutrition, stretching, cardio and resistance training, and teaches mindset strategies to beat plateaus, low motivation and negative self-talk.

Does Paul Anthony create meal plans?

Yes. Clients get custom meal plans as part of their program, and online clients receive a comprehensive meal plan developed in collaboration with Canada's top nutritionists. Meal planning also works with dietary restrictions.

Does Paul Anthony train older adults?

Yes. Dreambody believes you can focus on your health and fitness at any age, and training plans can be customized for seniors and older adults.

Does Paul Anthony coach bodybuilding and fitness competitors?

Yes. Paul is a world champion natural bodybuilder and has helped 151 novice athletes earn their pro cards. Contest prep covers choosing your category, workouts, nutrition, posing, styling and mindset.

Location and service area

In person in Calgary, and online anywhere

Calgary residents can train with Paul in person at DreamBody Training. Anyone farther away, across Western Canada and beyond, can work with him through Dreambody online personal training.

In-gym training

Where
DreamBody Training
2015 32 Ave NE
Calgary, AB T2G 5J3
Directions
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Online coaching

Who it’s for
Clients outside Calgary, frequent travellers and busy professionals and parents
Includes
Custom workouts, meal plan, video check-ins every couple of weeks

Contact Paul

Phone
403-612-3538
Message
Use the contact form below

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Book your free consultation

Lose weight, build muscle, eat better and develop habits that carry into every part of your life. Join the Dreambody team in person in Calgary or online.

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    In person at the gym or over the phone. You’ll discuss your goals and health situation with Paul and decide which training plan works best for you.

  • Not in Calgary?

    Online personal training is available anywhere, with video check-ins every couple of weeks.

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