“Michael helped me reconnect with my body and gave me something I thought I had lost — hope.”
- Former competitive athlete stuck in a cycle of overtraining and dysfunction
- Found healing through slowing down and sensing the body differently
- Gained not only physical awareness, but renewed clarity, self-trust, and emotional support
“With Coach Michael’s support, I’ve become fitter, stronger, and more in tune with what my body truly needs.”
- Lifelong surfer overcoming shoulder and knee issues
- Customized one-on-one training focused on injury prevention and joint longevity
- Gained strength, endurance, and mobility without aggravating pain
- Integrated Qi Gong, mindfulness, and nature into his training
- Developed a more balanced, sustainable lifestyle on and off the surfboard
“With Coach Michael’s guidance, I regained my competitive edge and represented Team USA at the Over-40s Cricket World Cup.”
- Returned to elite-level cricket at age 41 as a bowling all-rounder
- Focused training on mobility, strength, mindset, and nutrition to prevent injury
- Rebuilt conditioning post-COVID to meet international competition demands
- Competed in the 2024 Over-40s Cricket World Cup in South Africa
- Helped Team USA finish 6th out of 12 global teams with strong contributions
“As a Kinesiologist and CSCS myself, I trust Coach Michael’s approach with my kids — and he’s exceeded all expectations.”
- Parent of two teen athletes: son (hockey & football) and daughter (club volleyball)
- Chose Michael based on his credentials, philosophy, and holistic methods
- Appreciates his technical skill, attention to detail, and thoughtful communication
- Impressed by the personal touches: weekly check-ins, game-day texts, encouragement
- Finds peace of mind knowing her children are training smart, not just hard
“This was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Coach Michael’s approach gave me back confidence, strength, and calm I thought I had lost.”
- Struggled with chronic knee pain from years of overtraining without recovery
- Faced high work stress, poor sleep, and physical/mental health challenges post-pregnancy
- Previous attempts with conventional medical approaches yielded only temporary relief
- Coach Michael used breath, form correction, glute/core activation, and nervous system regulation to address root causes
- Grew physically and emotionally stronger through an integration of Eastern and Western practices
- Reignited her running goals with a deeper, more sustainable training foundation
“Coach Michael’s holistic and sustainable approach gave me the foundation to stay injury-free and reach my goals.”
- Previously struggled with overtraining, poor nutrition, sleep issues, and recurring injuries
- Experienced fatigue, lethargy, and a lack of performance despite working with multiple trainers
- Gained strength, speed, endurance, and improved running form through Coach Michael’s method
- Learned new training techniques and mindset tools to optimize recovery and prevent injury
- Achieved significant gains in fitness, energy, and athletic accomplishment with lasting impact
“After years of shoulder pain from surfing, Qi Gong gave me strength, mobility, and healing.”
- Longtime surfer with shoulder restrictions, grinding, and clicking
- Regained shoulder mobility through weekly Qi Gong practice with breath-focused movement
- Noticed increased overall strength and endurance
- Successfully used Qi Gong to support both prehab and recovery from knee surgery
- Benefited from Michael’s knowledgeable, patient guidance rooted in holistic healing
“My reflexes, movement, and mindset transformed — I was more explosive, fluid, and mentally sharper.”
- Professional MMA fighter training for Dana White’s Contender Series
- Recovered from a shoulder injury using Michael’s targeted rehab strategies
- Gained measurable improvements in reflexes, speed, reaction time, and body awareness
- Trained with explosive water-based drills, neuroscience protocols, and somatic movement
- Introduced to Qigong, breathwork, meditation, and recovery tools for athletic longevity
- Learned the deeper connection between performance, presence, and sustainable health
- Record: 5–1 Pro | 2x Champion | Featherweight & Lightweight Titles
Amateur: 12–2–1 | 3x Champion
“After just three sessions, my shoulder was 90% better — I could raise it pain-free and start training again.”
- Experienced significant shoulder pain due to overuse; couldn’t raise arm overhead
- Worked with Michael on targeted stabilization and connective tissue support
- Recovered nearly full shoulder mobility and strength within three sessions
- Impressed by Michael’s deep expertise in anatomy, physiology, and rehab strategy
- Strongly recommends him for musculoskeletal recovery and functional strength training
“I made a complete recovery and found a deeper connection to my body.”
- Returned to activity after full hamstring rupture
- Gained new tools and awareness for lifelong wellness
- Described CAT’s work as “deep, wise, and intuitive
“I avoided surgery and made a complete recovery thanks to Michael’s RRIP method and healing approach.”
- Suffered a full hamstring rupture while playing elite-level hockey at age 55
- Was told by orthopedic surgeons that surgery was likely and full function unlikely
- Used RRIP protocol: Regression, Recovery, Integration, Progression
- Gradual, intelligent rehab included AIS, TRX, deep water therapy, and nerve reactivation
- Fully regained mobility for cycling, jogging, yard work, and daily activities — surgery-free
- Observed Michael help many others across all age groups recover from injury
“With Michael, comprehensive means comprehensive — his guidance helped me surf into my late 60s and recover pain-free from hip replacement.”
- Lifelong commercial fisherman, surfer, and laborer focused on sustainable health and performance
- Used Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) to extend his surfing career well into his 60s
- Recovered ahead of schedule and with minimal pain after a hip replacement, thanks to Michael’s integrated prehab/rehab methods
- Applied Muscle Activation Technique (MAT) to restore balance and fluid movement post-injury
- Improved posture and eliminated lower back pain for over 6 years using Foundation Training
- Benefited from Michael’s deep knowledge across multiple healing systems and personalized program design
“Coach Michael helped my son become the top player on his high school golf team — and helped me recover from persistent back pain.”
- Turned to Michael for athletic development for both sons: golf and soccer
- Saw high-impact results — his eldest son became the top golfer in his senior year
- Personally worked with Michael to overcome lower back pain that limited running
- Benefited from AIS, TRX, pool therapy, and tailored core strengthening
- Appreciated Michael’s detailed, individualized approach focused on long-term results
- Values Michael’s ongoing education in healing, fitness, and nutrition science
- Has confidently recommended him to friends for expert, holistic training
“Coach Holland gave me the foundation that helped me excel in college golf — and mirrors what I now teach as a certified TPI pro.”
- Received individualized strength and mobility programming during high school to prepare for college golf
- Gained a competitive edge entering college thanks to sport-specific training
- Now holds the highest golf fitness certification through the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI)
- Recognizes Coach Michael’s early training methods as aligned with elite TPI principles
- Recommends Michael to any athlete seeking long-term, performance-driven results in their sport
“Michael helped me heal, train smarter, and return stronger — without pain or overtraining.”
- Sidelined by shin splints during high school cross country season
- Avoided reinjury and improved performance using deep water running protocols
- Training simulated land-based workouts while removing joint stress
- Gained speed, lightness, and strength through strategic aquatic resistance
- Introduced to Qigong for balance, discipline, focus, and overall wellness
- Developed a sustainable, injury-free approach to running and athletic growth
- Grateful for Michael’s personalized training rooted in ancient wisdom and modern science