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From Trainer to Pope: Prevost's Inspiring Journey

5/21/2025

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Valerio Masella, a personal trainer from Rome, was taken aback when his former client, Robert Francis Prevost, was announced as Pope Leo XIV. Having trained him for two years, Masella admired Prevost's unwavering modesty and commitment to fitness. Even as he steps into the papacy, Prevost continues to embrace a humble lifestyle, inspiring millions with his dedication.

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Valerio Masella, a personal trainer from Rome, was taken aback when his former client, Robert Francis Prevost, was announced as Pope Leo XIV. Having trained him for two years, Masella admired Prevost's unwavering modesty and commitment to fitness. Even as he steps into the papacy, Prevost continues to embrace a humble lifestyle, inspiring millions with his dedication.