Pressroom: Fitness Institute

Mike Ryan is one of the world's leading authorities on cardio, weight resistance and strength training, with more than 25 years of hands-on gym experience. Ryan specializes in one-on-one training with an emphasis on nutrition, supplementation, and all aspects of resistance and cardiovascular training. His expertise has been sought after by Olympians, All-Star athletes, Academy Award winners, Fortune 500 CEOs and everyone in between.

Ryan's impressive client roster includes many world-class athletes and celebrities. He has worked in conjunction with strength coaches and trainers for Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Bill Romanowski, John Stockton and Charles Barkeley. He has worked hands-on with the two-time world champion Denver Broncos. Celebrity clients include The Rock, Mark Wahlberg, and Edward Norton. Finally, Ryan has worked with the cast and crew of the films Fight Club, American Beauty, Scorpion King and The Cell.

Ryan is also a notable fitness model and author. He has appeared on the cover of numerous fitness magazines, including Men's Fitness, Sport & Fitness and Muscle Media. He has been featured in a best-selling book and in several advertising campaigns. Ryan has written many published articles on training, nutrition and supplementation.

Mike Ryan's headquarters is the world-famous Gold's Gym in Venice Beach, California.