Michael Holland
  • Home
  • Sports Performance Services
    • Master Personal Trainer
    • Athletic Training & Conditioning Outdoors
    • High School Athletic Training
    • Strength & Conditioning Coach
    • Peak Athletic Performance
    • Qigong Instructor
  • About
    • Michael Holland, MS
    • Our Holistic Approach
  • Reviews
  • Videos
  • Blog
  • Contact
  • 650-714-9227
Select Page
The Hidden Dangers of Missing Deep REM Sleep – And How to Fix It

The Hidden Dangers of Missing Deep REM Sleep – And How to Fix It

by Michael Holland | Apr 15, 2025 | Blog

Deep REM (rapid eye movement) sleep is essential for mental clarity, emotional balance, and physical health. When we consistently get less than 7-8 hours of quality sleep, our bodies and minds pay the price—including increased systemic inflammation. Here’s what...
Holistic Personal Training: Science-Backed Practices to Calm Your Nervous System and Build Sustainable Fitness

Holistic Personal Training: Science-Backed Practices to Calm Your Nervous System and Build Sustainable Fitness

by Michael Holland | Mar 19, 2025 | Blog

In today’s overstimulated world, true fitness isn’t just about burning calories or lifting heavier weights—it’s about training your nervous system to thrive. At Comprehensive Athletic Training, we prioritize holistic methods that blend body, mind, and spirit to...
Why Athletic Injuries Lead to Re-Injury and New Injuries: The Role of Compensation Patterns and Stress

Why Athletic Injuries Lead to Re-Injury and New Injuries: The Role of Compensation Patterns and Stress

by Michael Holland | Feb 11, 2025 | Blog

Athletic injuries often set off a chain reaction in the body. When pain strikes, the natural response is to avoid it–leading to altered movement patterns. For example, a runner with a sore knee might unconsciously shift their weight to the opposite leg,...
The Benefits of Holistic Personal Training: Body, Mind, and Spirit

The Benefits of Holistic Personal Training: Body, Mind, and Spirit

by Michael Holland | Feb 4, 2025 | Blog

In today’s fast-paced world, holistic personal training offers a sanctuary for transformation, addressing not just the physical aspects of fitness but also nourishing the mind and spirit. Here’s how embracing a holistic approach can benefit you:...
Injury-Free Athletic Training: Empowering Young Athletes for Long-Term Success

Injury-Free Athletic Training: Empowering Young Athletes for Long-Term Success

by Michael Holland | Dec 26, 2024 | Blog

In the fast-paced world of junior high and high school sports, where competition is fierce and the drive to excel is strong, one crucial aspect that often goes overlooked is injury prevention. At Comprehensive Athletic Training, we believe in nurturing the future...
The Importance of REM Sleep for High School Athletes

The Importance of REM Sleep for High School Athletes

by Michael Holland | Dec 17, 2024 | Blog

Ensuring high school athletes get sufficient REM sleep is crucial for their performance, recovery, and overall well-being. This restorative stage of sleep plays a pivotal role in physical health, cognitive function, and emotional regulation. Experts generally...
« Older Entries
Next Entries »

OUR MISSION

At Comprehensive Athletic Training we work with gifted high school student athletes, professional athletes and competitive amateur athletes ready to up their game in a completely sustainable way.

As this holistic approach to athletic training and performance becomes the norm in professional sports, we train visionary professionals on the leading edge of athletic performance and work with the student athletes poised to become the next generation of trailblazers in their chosen sport.

Comprehensive Athletic Training.
Guaranteed Results.

 
 

WHAT IS RRIP TRAINING?

RRIP is s training methodology developed by CAT founder, Michael Holland as the optimal way to facilitate peak athletic performance and sustainable, injury-free training.

Regression.
Recovery.
Integration.
Progression.

Have Questions? – Please be in touch!


Subscribe Now and Get The Latest News

    Copyright © 2025 · Michael Holland - Comprehensive Athletic Training - All Rights Reserved
    Holistic personal training and injury prevention serving San Jose, Almaden Valley, Campbell, Willow Glen, Los Gatos, and surrounding South Bay communities.