Elevate Massage + Performance 

Health and fitness has always been an important aspect of my personal and professional career. As a former collegiate track and swimming athlete, I know very well the advantage of intentional strength and conditioning work, and the power of corrective massage therapy. As a personal trainer for 10+ years, and with the combination of massage therapy, I recognize and appreciate the great opportunity I have to positively influence people's lives. It is because of that opportunity I happily accept my responsibility as a forever student of the human body. I am intrinsically motivated to continue my quest of endless knowledge, for the betterment of the people I have the pleasure of interacting with. Mike currently trains & competes in both Brazilian Jujitsu and Hyrox Fitness Racing. Education: California Polytechnic State University; Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology; Exercise Science Diablo Valley College; Associate of Science degree in Fitness Training. International School of Beijing; 10 years living in Beijing, China. California Holistic Institute; Licensed Massage Therapist Training / Manual Therapy Certifications: NASM Personal Trainer (CPT) NASM Weight Loss Specialist (WLS) NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES) NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCS) Z-Health: Essentials of Elite Performance USA Weightlifting Russian Kettlebell Certified (RKC) Licensed Massage Therapist #88430 (CMT) Functional Range Release (FR) Upper Limb EXOS: Advanced Strength and Power Training Fascial Stretch Therapist L2 (FST) Pain-Free Performance Specialist (PPSC) Functional Movement Screen (FMS) Active Release Technique (ART) - Spine L1 Active Release Technique (ART) - Upper Body L1 Gait Happens - Functional Gait Assessment L1 Myofascial Decompression (Cupping) L1 Myofascial Decompression Advanced L2 Hyrox 365 Foundation Course *Future goal: Doctorate in Physical Therapy or Chiropractic

I graduated from Cal Poly in 2023 with a degree in Kinesiology and a concentration in sports science. I was a thrower for the Cal Poly Track & Field team, holding the second-longest hammer throw in Cal Poly history. I have always been fascinated by the human body's capability and knew I wanted to pursue a career in fitness and performance. Through my education and experience as a Division 1 athlete, I discovered the importance of wellness and recovery with massage therapy. This discovery and witnessing Mike’s craft is what motivated me to earn my massage practitioner certification. I've been working alongside Mike at Elevate for 2 years now, and have thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity and impact I've made to better people's lives with my manual therapy skills. Devon is an assistant track and field throws coach at Cal Poly. Devon currently trains & competes in both Crossfit and Hyrox Fitness Racing. Education: California Polytechnic State University; Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology; Exercise Science California Holistic Institute; Licensed Massage Therapist Training / Manual Therapy Certifications: NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCS)

Sophia is currently a student-athlete attending Cal Poly as part of the Women’s Soccer team and majoring in Kinesiology with a concentration in sports science. As an athlete, she has always been intrigued by the human body's immense potential & through her athletic experience has developed a strong understanding of how the body recuperates and optimally functions. With this interest and motivation, she has earned her massage practitioner's license and is excited to be part of the Elevate community while honing her skills alongside Mike & Devon. Sophia continues to work toward her Kinesiology degree while expanding her massage knowledge & education through the California Holistic Institute.