Joe Volpe of Auto Max of Gloucester was recently featured in Muscle and Fitness magazine for placing fourth in that publication’s 2022 Mr. Health and Fitness competition, following the physical transformation he made earlier that year.

Hard work and a disciplined regimen led to his transforming into a leaner version of himself.

The photoshoot for Muscle and Fitness Magazine took place last summer in Arizona. Volpe said it was an incredible experience and made him feel like a superstar. He said the magazine rented out an entire gym for the shoot, which allowed his family to be present for it.

Volpe’s journey to Arizona really started with his transformation months before. In January 2022, he chose to take part in Redcon1’s Transformation Challenge, taking third place. Redcon1 (https://redcon1.com/), a supplement brand, gave its contestants 90 days to reach a set transformative goal.

Volpe said he entered his name after gaining 30 pounds in the fall of 2021. He said he felt ...