Specialist

Mike has a Master of Science degree in applied kinesiology from the University of Illinois-Chicago. He is currently the medical fitness director of RestoreFit, where he consults and trains clients ranging from post-rehabilitation to elite-level athletes.

He boasts 40 years of experience, which started under a seven-year apprenticeship with legendary kinesiologist Bob Gajda. After two years at Sports Fitness Institute, he transitioned to Wheaton Orthopedics’ physical therapy department. Mike finished his day training athletes at Sports Performance and Rehabilitation Institute. During this time, from 1980 to 1983, he was the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Chicago Blackhawks.

Mike spent the next 20 years developing health and fitness centers in the greater Chicago area. He continued to train clients and conduct continuing education workshops for personal trainers. Mike worked with Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital to integrate patients into Parks Plus Fitness Center, where he was the general manager. He was the Supervisor of Corporate Fitness and wellness for Edward Elmhurst Hospital, bringing programs to numerous corporations. At the same time, he privately trained clients and elite-level sports teams. 

​At RestoreFit, Mike trains clients of various functional abilities who have one or more medical risk factors. He does in-home, facility and online training. Mike is a world-renowned public speaker and mentor to personal trainers.