Testimonials

Powerful Combination

Mike has the rare combination of understanding the
needs of athletes, the subtitles of complex injury and
the multitude of domains, that must be transformed in
order for peak performance to emerge.  He is the
powerful combination of a trainer, a healer and a guide
all in one. - Bob Caron Aikido Instructor &
Leadership Consultant



More Than Just Training

My name is Arantxa King. I was 16 years old and a
junior in High School when I started with Mike. I am
the 2005 National Champion
and World Youth Champion in the long jump (personal best 20’11.75).  I competed in the 2008 Summer Olympics as a member of the Bermuda Track and Field Olympic team.

I met with Mike two days a week and depending on my
physical wellness, training, and competitive goals, we
went through several different strength-training cycles
over the course of the year. Working with Mike is not
just about reaching your physical potential, but also
about understanding the body and how every aspect of
training, between plyometrics, stretching, lifting, and
running are all equally dependent on one another. 

Since I have been working with Mike, I have noticed how my physical strength has developed, especially in the areas which are key for horizontal jumping, thus making everything from my long jump approach to the take off more consistent and dynamic. Mike encourages me to work to my potential, while maintaining a personal and friendly atmosphere. Working with Mike, I always leave feeling that I trained hard, challenged myself, and am one-step closer to my physical and competitive aspirations.

              



            




Chronic Pain Alternative

As a person who has suffered from chronic pain for several years, I have tried various kinds of invasive treatments, procedures, medications, and surgeries with very little success. When the pain centers and medical professionals had limited suggestions as to how to further help me, I sought out an alternative form of treatment, leading me to Mike for physical training. I have been training with Mike for seven months now and have made significant improvement and progress, no longer having invasive procedures and going from taking six different medications for the pain to now taking only vitamins. Mike’s highly motivational and goal-oriented personality and focus has helped me to gain more control over my pain and my life through the training program that he has developed that is specific to my needs and abilities. Not only does he focus on the physical aspects, but he also integrated the mental and emotional aspects that needed to be addressed in order to help me move forward. I can honestly say that of all the different treatments I have tried over the years, working with Mike has been the most successful, beneficial, and influential approach.  - Jill D., Sandwich Massachusetts

Runner Does it Differently

After almost two decades of exclusive running and road racing, including eighteen marathons and hundreds of races, I began to notice a lack of upper body strength and loss of muscle mass. Working with Mike, I began a total body strength program geared to my athletic pursuits, including twice weekly weight training sessions, that resulted in an increase in overall strength and muscle mass within weeks. As a result of removal of all knee cartilage in high school and forty years of athletics, I had a total knee replacement in May 05. Thanks to my high level of fitness to due to Mike's program, I was walking 5 miles two weeks after the surgery, and was back on my regular workout program less than 8 weeks after the procedure. Thanks to Mike and his attention to post PT training, I have increased my range of motion, flexibility, and strength way beyond the norm. If you are willing to learn to train a little different than you may be used to, you will certainly benefit from Mike's insight, knowledge, and experience. If you have any doubts or concerns, call me!
Jack C., 55,  Somerville, Massachusetts

Better than Ever in Martial Arts

In the sports conditioning field, there is such a preponderance of misinformation that it can be nearly impossible to sort out the facts from fiction.  Working with Mike over the past year plus, he has helped me put together programs that have me quicker, stronger, and faster than I have ever been in my life.  Without a doubt, I owe a huge part of my recent competitive success to him and his methods.
- Chris Cape,  professional Mixed Martial Arts fighter