South African model and bodybuilder who has an estimated net worth of $0.5 million. Is he married?

2009 Mr. Pretoria, Jaco de Bruyn, is a South African model and bodybuilder quickly becoming one of the recognizable faces in the WBFF world. On top of that, he works to help his fans live healthier lives as well.

Pretoria, South Africa native Jaco de Bruyn was born on 15th December 1984, under the star sign Sagittarius. As per nationality, he is South African and belongs to the White South African ethnic group. 

Net Worth

As a model, bodybuilder, personal trainer & online Coach, Jaco de Bruyn's income is tremendous. As of 2022, his net worth is estimated at $0.5 million. 

Professional bodybuilders make a fortune by placing in bodybuilding competitions. According to the source, a professional bodybuilder's average earnings is $77,000 per year.

Further, he earns much from his sponsorship deals: EHPlabs, Ryderwear, Huawei South Africa, and Juiced Media South Africa. 

A Family Man

Jaco de Bruyn is married to his long-time girlfriend, Renate de Bruyn, with whom he shares two children. In most of his interviews, he credits his spouse as one of his effective support systems, which has helped him realize most of his dreams. 

On the other side, his wife, Renate, is entirely confidential regarding her personal life. There is not much information about her as she has set her Instagram account private. 

Early Life

Growing up, Jaco was very active in sports, especially running. In his twenties, he realized being in a bad state, and he describes himself as 'unfit and skinny' partying with his friends every weekend. By 23, he decided to turn things around and began training. 

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Career

In 2009, Jaco de Bruyn won Mr. Pretoria and subsequently was 1st runner up in the Mr. South African contest. The following year, he represented his native country in 2010, Mr. World Championhsip, where he ended up in 8th position. 

Later, he had to choose between pursuing modeling or bodybuilding. He decided to incorporate both into his career.

In 2012, he got his WBFF Pro Card. Then, he made his debut the following year, contesting in the WBFF World Championship, coming out in the 3rd position. He came back to the same show in 2014 and came 4th.

Now, he serves as a personal trainer and online coach.

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Jaco's Workout Plan

Monday: Chest/Calves

• Flat Bench 4×10
• Incline Bench 4×10
• Incline Fly's 4×10
• Cable Fly's 4×10
• Seated Calve Raises 4×30 (superset)
• Standing Calve Raises 4×30

Tuesday: Bicep/Triceps

• Standing Dumbbell Curls 4×10
• Seated Incline Dumbbell Curls 4×10
• Hammer Curls 4×10
• Preacher Curls 4×10
• Cable Pushdowns 4×10
• Cable Rope Pushdowns 4×10
• Incline Skull Crushers 4×10
• Dips 4×10

Wednesday: Shoulders/Abs

• Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Press 4×10
• Seated Lateral Side Raises 4×10
• Standing Barbell Lateral Raises 4×10
• Military Presses 4×10
• Cable Crunches 4×15
• Sit-ups 4×20
• Leg Raises 4×20

Thursday: Quads/Calves

• Leg Extensions 7×30 (low weight)
• Squads 4×10 (heavy)
• Leg Press 4×10 (heavy)
• Seated Calve Raises 4×30 (superset)
• Standing Calve Raises 4×30

Friday – Chest /Abs

• Flat Bench 4×10
• Incline Bench 4×10
• Incline Fly's 4×10
• Cable Fly's 4×10
• Cable Crunches 4×15
• Sit-ups 4×20
• Leg Raises 4×20

Saturday:  Back/Hamstrings

• Lat Pulldowns Wide Grip 4×10
• Lat Pulldowns Close Grip 4×10
• Low Row 4×10
• Deadlifts 4×10
• Lying Leg Curls 4×10 (superset)
• Standing Leg Curls 4×10
• Stiff-Legged Deadlift 4×10 (superset)
• Hamstring Curls 4×10

Sunday: Rest Day

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