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Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius 'Corey' Atkins

Fitness coach Cornelius 'Corey' Atkins moved from Milwaukee to Los Angeles to pursue his dreams and, on his road to success, he's breaking hearts along the way. Meet our crush of the week!
By Charli Penn · Updated October 27, 2020
01
Diggin’ On You

“I like a woman who knows what she wants,” says Los Angeles based fitness coach Cornelius “Corey” Atkins. “And physically I dig a woman who has a sexy and confident walk.”  Well sir, we dig you!

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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02
Home Sweet Home

Atkins loves his new home in California. “I like that it’s quiet, clean and nice,” he tells us. “It’s also convenient. I’m surrounded by great restaurants, bakeries and other places to shop. It’s not too far from where everything is happening.” 

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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03
Athletic Build

“I have always been athletic and into health and fitness,” says Atkins. “I’ve always played ball, lifted weights and got my cardio in throughout the week.  I also try to maintain a healthy diet.” 

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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04
Calling All Independent Women

“Moral strength in a woman is sexy,” says Atkins. “Intelligence is also a turn-on. And, man, do I have a huge appreciation for an independent woman.”

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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05
Styled to Perfection

“Physically I dig a woman who has a sexy and confident walk,” Atkins admits. “I like it when a woman takes care of herself; keeps her hair and nails done. A enjoy a woman who just has an all-around great sense of style.” 

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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06
Heart of Gold

“I’m very understanding, very patient and kind-hearted,” says Atkins.

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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07
Just Believe

“Most importantly, I believe in God and in me,” says Atkins.

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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08
Be Confident

“I’m strong-willed and goal-oriented,” says Atkins. “I’m confident, but not cocky. I’m not so bad on the eyes, but I’m humble and funny.”

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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09
My Kind Of Woman

“I appreciate a woman who knows what she wants,” says Atkins. “I like a woman with drive; a strong-willed woman and a woman of principle.”

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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10
Luck Of the Irish

Atkins says that something some people may not guess about him is that he’s part Irish. “My grandfather’s mother was Irish and Black,” he shares.

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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11
Turn Up the Heat

Atkins can throw down in the kitchen, ladies. “My favorite meal to prepare is lasagna,” he tells us. “I cook all of my food — grilled chicken, grilled steak, baked sweet potatoes, etc.”

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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12
Friday Night Fun

Atkins spends his Friday nights playing basketball or hanging out with friends.

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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13
Braveheart

“The bravest thing I’ve ever done was leave my established lifestyle in Milwaukee to pursue a career in music in L.A.,” says Atkins. “There were no guarantees and no financial assistance; just faith, hope and belief.”

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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14
Adventures Ahead

“I haven’t done nearly as much traveling as I plan to,” Atkins admits.

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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15
Best Date Ever

“I enjoy getting to know and having a conversation with a woman who interests me, so the perfect first date has to be somewhere we can really talk,” says Atkins.

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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16
Don’t Fight It

“If I come across the right woman and the chemistry is undeniable, I won’t fight love,” Atkins shares.

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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17
Keep In Touch

Want to get to know Cornelius better? Keep up with this cutie on Instagram or Twitter. Don’t forget to leave him a little comment love below.

Eye Candy: Stacked Fitness Coach Cornelius ‘Corey’ Atkins
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TOPICS:  Eye Candy Fitness
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