Mike

Mike

mward@worcesterfitness.com

 

 

Michael B. Ward MS, CSCS, USAW Education: Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA) in Psychology: Sport, Exercise and Health concentration from the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth. (2005) Minor concentration in World Music. Master of Science Degree (MS) in Physical Education: Concentration in Strength and Conditioning from Bridgewater State College. (2007) Certification: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS): National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Club Coach (USAW): USA Weightlifting Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED): American Heart Association Certified Sports Nutritionist (ISSN): International Society of Sports Nutrition (pending) About Me: I’ve been a member of the Worcester Fitness team as a Personal Trainer at the downtown location since 2006. Along with being a personal trainer, I’m an adjunct Professor of Exercise and Sport Science at Fitchburg State College. I love working with all members, whether first time exercisers or elite athletes, who share the common goal of building strength mentally and physically through resistance training! My training specialties include functional strength development, force production, speed, agility, and power development, competitive resistance training (bodybuilding/powerlifting/weightlifting), sports conditioning, injury prevention, plyometrics, and weight management. I believe in mastering the basics and building strong people from the ground up! I also believe that hard work, commitment, and smart training are the keys to achieving success in the weight room and in life. Outside of personal training, I’m a competitive Olympic weightlifter and coach for Robinson Weightlifting at Worcester Fitness. Highlights of my weightlifting career include winning 2 New England Regional Championships and qualifying for 2 National Collegiate Championship meets with an 8th place finish in 2007 Nationals in the 77kg weight class. I look forward to promoting the sport of weightlifting at Worcester Fitness and showing how it can benefit every member regardless of age and workout experience.

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