Meet Your Coach
Michael Lovegren M.S. NASM-PES,CES, CPT,
USA Cycling Level 2
Michael is a gifted
performance specialist knowledgeable about the seven defining components
of fitness and the nutritional base that supports fitness and performance
growth. He has dedicated the majority of his life studying athletic excellence
and combines physiological assessments, functional training, cutting edge
technologies with a motivational program and plan that rapidly enhances
athletes hard work and training. He personally researches new ideas and
technologies that promote athletic or biomechanical knowledge, attending
numerous national conventions.
Michael is experienced in competitive road racing and triathlons.
He was mentored in the field of coaching and biomechanics by elite professors and cycling
coaches. He also served in the U.S. Marine Corps and became an elite
swimmer and runner.
(Jim Lehman, Mike Lovegren, Dean Golich, Craig Griffin)
Michael applies science, experience, and obtained knowledge that enable
athletes to succeed. He trains serious athletes to understand and utilize
the three energy systems (Aerobic, Glycolytic, ATP-PCr). His knowledge
and love for biomechanics is not limited to elite athletes, however. He
also volunteers his extra time helping young athletes develop their skills. He uses his special gifts
and research especially in the rehabilitation of injured and recovering
athletes and non-athletes alike. He is that unique trustworthy, dependable
coach who gives excellent counsel to all who wish to accelerate to new
athletic performance levels and streamline their efforts.
Quoted in the following books
 
 
Education
1993-1997 United State Marine Corps (Infantry/Logistics)
2003 A.S. Biological Science, Long Beach City College, Long Beach, CA
2006 B.S. Kinesiology, Cal State University of Dominguez Hills, Carson, CA
2008 Chris Carmichael Coaching College, Colorado Springs, Co
2008 M.S., Biomechanics (Sport and Exercise Science) University of Northern
Colorado Greeley, Colorado
Certifications
Chris Carmichael Coaching College Jan 2008
USA Cycling Coach Level 2 License #166693
National Academy of Sports Medicine PES,CES Credentialed
National Academy of Sports Medicine in Bio-Mechanics Certification
Apex Nutrition Certification – since 1998
CPR certified – American Red Cross
Precision Spinning Certification – since 2000
Lifeguard Certified Red Cross – since 2005
Master Kettlebell Training Instructor – since 2002
Active Release Therapy – since 2003
Self myofascia Release (Foam Rolling)
Power Rope Training – since 2006
Indian clubs – since 2006
Research Experience
2005 The Effects of Oolong Tea on Balance Performance on Naïve tea
users conducted with Dr. Ben Zhou
2005 Rolling the Hot Spots Foam rolling for Power Systems Equipment
Rolling the Hot Spots
2006 Foam Rolling for runner in Men’s Health September 2006 Issue
2006 Shape Health and Wellness Center Toronto, Canada Foam Rolling
2007 Frailty Project Functional Training for Baby Boomers reduce the
risk of Falls
2008 Impact of Biomechanics on Cycling(Bike Fit Thesis)
2010 Perfect Fitness App Developer for Apple Products
Sports Experience
BMX 1980-1987
Soccer 1980-1990 (All-stars)
Moto Cross (Dirt Bike racing) (125 class) 1983-1987
Chinese Street Fighting Kung Fu San Soo 1983-1997
Body Building 1993-1995
United States Marine Corps Elite swimmer/Runner 1994-1997
Triathlete 1997-2000
USA/CBR Road Cyclist /Mountain Biker 1997-2005
Teams raced for in Cycling
South Bay Wheelmen 2005
Team Velocity 2004
KB HOME Pro 1,2 Team 2000-2003
Los Angeles Wings/ B-3, Reynolds
Triathlete
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