Mike | J2FIT Strength & Conditioning

I'm a trainer, strength athlete, father, and husband. I've competed in Olympic weightlifting, CrossFit, powerlifting, half marathons, and adventure races, and a lifelong bodybuilding fan. I am also the founder of J2FIT. 

J2FIT is a training company and resource to help lifters of all levels train better, get stronger, and build more muscle. I was also a NCAA strength coach, weightlifting coach, and fitness writer. I have written over 700+ articles on exercise guides, strength training, muscle building, and diet.

My Educational Background:

- 2010:  B.S. Exercise Science from BGSU
- 2012:  M.A. Exercise Physiology from Columbia 
- 2012: CSCS Certified
- 2015: USA Weightlifting - Level 2 Advanced Coach (L1 2014)

My Experience

- 2014 - Now: Owner J2FIT Strength and Conditioning
- 2022: World Masters Weightlifting Team USA Member (5th Place Overall in M89 age 35-39)
- 2015 - 2023: Writer for Barbend, Fitbod, and Gymreapers