Joining the ranks of the new BBC1 Gladiators series is Matt Morsia, better known to his online followers as MattDoesFitness. Matt brings both his impressive background in fitness and his dynamic personality to the show, and is set to be a standout competitor among the Gladiators. So let’s take a closer look at the man behind the Legend.
1. Matt ‘Legend’ Morsia, AKA MattDoesFitness
Matt has built an impressive online presence under the name MattDoesFitness, building his YouTube channel to over 2.25 million subscribers. He’s also got 1 million followers on Instagram, but has said himself he prefers making videos for YouTube. His content is a mix of fitness and food, and it’s always fun with Matt never seeming to take himself too seriously.
2. He’s a bit of an entrepreneurial legend too
As well as having huge success with his YouTube career, Matt’s also shown his entrepreneurial skills as CEO of Morsia and Morsia Energy. Along with his own businesses, Matt also works with Gymshark and MyProtein, promoting the brands in his videos and on his Insta page.
3. Key Stats
Matt ‘Legend’ Morsia stands tall at a height of 6’ 1” and normally weighs around 93kg.
4. Before he was Legend he was a teacher
Born on April 3, 1985, Matt started his career as a PE teacher. This then evolved into a career in powerlifting before he started building his YouTube channel and moved into the fitness influencer world.
5. He’s a real family man
Matt is happily married to wife Sarah and they have two young children together, Luca and Mauro. We’re sure they’ll all be cheering him on when he heads into the Gladiators arena!
Next, learn more about other gladiators: 5 Facts about Gladiator Star James Christian ‘Giant’ Johal or 5 Facts About Gladiators Star Jodie ‘Fury’ Ounsley.
