J.Michael Siemens, M.S.,
Director of Exercise Physiology DEGREES AND CERTIFICATION

• Master's degree, exercise physiology, University of Arizona
• Bachelor's degree, physical education (high honors), University of Illinois, Champaign
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, National Strength & Conditioning Association
• Exercise Test Technologist, American College of Sports Medicine
• Certified Water Fitness Instructor

AREAS OF SPECIAL INTEREST
Exercise for weight loss, strength training for bone and muscle development, training for endurance (triathlons, running, biking and swimming)

Michael J. Hewitt, Ph.D.,
Research Director for Exercise Science
Exercise Physiologist DEGREES AND CERTIFICATION

• Ph.D., exercise physiology, University of Arizona
• Master's degree, exercise physiology & cardiac rehabilitation, St. Cloud State University
• Bachelor's degree, biology & physical education, Bemidji State University
• Professional Member, American College of Sports Medicine

AREAS OF SPECIAL INTEREST   Body composition, cardiometabolic assessment and physiology, exercise for bone health, optimal aging, exercise for weight loss, practical exercise programming.

• Master's degree, physical education, San Diego State University
• Master's degree, (pending) physical education, University of Arizona, Tucson
• Bachelor's degree, bioengineering, University of California at San Diego
• Certified Aquatic Therapist, Aquatic Therapy Rehabilitation Institute
• Certified Personal Trainer, American Council on Exercise
• Certified Group fitness Instructor, American Council on Exercise
• Ongoing training in McKenzie Corrective Spine Work

AREAS OF SPECIAL INTEREST
  Endurance athletic training, aquatic athletic conditioning/therapy/rehabilitation; exercise prescription for joint limitations, aging and disease states; strength training

• Master's degree, exercise physiology, University of Louisville, Kentucky
• Bachelor's degree, marketing, Murray State University
• Certified, AAA/ISMA Yoga
• YMCA Certifications: Geriatric and Hatha Yoga, Ball, Group Exercise, Pilates & Muscle Definition, Personal Training

AREAS OF SPECIAL INTEREST
  Personal exercise routine design and choreography with proper technique instruction, client motivation, equipment training, facility design, relaxation and breathing methods, safe and effective routine design for seniors, fitness assessment, bone health, women's health issues, menopause, aging, running, event program design..

• Master's degree, exercise science, Arizona State University
• Bachelor's degree, movement studies, University of London
• Registered clinical exercise physiologist
• Certified, Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy, McKenzie Institute
• Certified Shiatsu therapist

AREAS OF SPECIAL INTEREST
  Exercise for spine, neck, knee and shoulder health, weight control, holistic medicine, exercise for weight loss, strength training, exercise research

• Master's degree, exercise physiology, Northern Arizona University
• Bachelor's degree, biology, Arizona State University
• Certified Coach, U.S.A. Cycling

AREAS OF SPECIAL INTEREST
  Efficiency for optimal enjoyment/performance, exercise for weight loss, exercise for bone health, training for endurance, training for event/competitive cycling and running.