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Are you looking for a complete lifestyle change? As a professional fitness coach and bodybuilding expert, I’m here to help you achieve the body you’ve always dreamed of. Whether your goal is fat loss, muscle gain, or overall health improvement, I offer personalized fitness and nutrition plans tailored to your specific needs.

With over a decade of experience in the fitness industry, I provide the knowledge, guidance, and support needed to see real, sustainable results. Fitness isn’t just a routine, it’s a complete lifestyle, and I’m here to guide you through every step. Together, we’ll focus on effective workout routines, balanced meal plans, and the mindset required for lasting change.

Join me on this journey and discover what your body is truly capable of. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced athlete, I’m here to ensure you reach your full potential. Let’s achieve your fitness goals together….starting today!

A bit about me: I’m 39 years old and from Northwest Indiana. I studied film at Columbia College Chicago School of Arts, driven by a dream of becoming a film director. Creativity has always been in my blood, but after realizing that success in film meant moving away from my family—something very important to me—I chose a different path. I joined our family business in 2009, where I found success , but not fulfillment. I knew I couldn’t reach my full potential doing something that wasn’t in my heart.

During these years, my passion for fitness grew stronger. It became clear that my true calling was in fitness and helping others achieve their lifestyle goals. After years of dedication, I earned my professional status in natural bodybuilding and made my way to winning multiple pro shows. My ultimate dream was to share this knowledge with others, and I’ve been fortunate enough to work with clients both nationally and internationally, doing what I love.

I’m here to share my passion and knowledge of health and fitness, guiding and teaching you every step of the way. I look forward to helping you reach your fitness goals.

Be unique, never settle, and always Seek Different!

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Testimonials

— Brittany B —

I have always been very petite. Always underweight. Always treated like the baby, like at any moment I would break. I got tired of people looking down on me and treating me like I was sick. As if it was my fault that my genes made me the way I am. Despite being so small my whole life I was always very healthy, with quite an appetite. And I got to a point that if I heard one more person tell me to eat a sandwich (when in reality I could eat them all under the table) I thought I would going to lose it. And then the car accident happened. I was hit by a truck from behind while stopped in traffic on the highway. He hit me so hard, he smashed my car into the truck in front of me and I was unable to get out of my vehicle. If it weren’t for my seatbelt and airbags I could have been in much worse shape than I was. When I was riding in the passenger side of the new car and realized that the airbag was turned off due to not enough weight in the seat, I knew it was time for a change. I knew I had to do whatever it took to put some weight on in a healthy way. Then I tried some weights and I quickly started to get some shape to me, but still wasn’t quite sure what I was doing. And then came Mikey!!! My savior. He helped me to set goals and reach them. Within a week of working with him I could see and feel a huge difference in myself. He was able to guide me through my workouts, give me a plan that worked, and support me through it. He checks in with me and encourages me, always pushing me to do a little more weight, go for a little bit longer, and try a little bit harder. I’ve come a long way and have quite a ways to go but I couldn’t have gotten where I am with him. I can’t wait to continue on my fitness journey and see just how far I can get!!

— Kendra H —

Mikey and the Mind & Matter Lifestyle has helped me tremendously. Prior to working with him, the only way that I knew how to lose weight was by eating an unhealthy amount of calories and do a lot of cardio. I would lose a lot of weight initially, and then I would just be stuck. It also didn’t take me very long to gain that weight right back after a few binges. Mikey has helped me to lose weight at a healthy pace and gain muscle. I am eating more than I ever have been able to before but I am losing weight and making huge improvements physically.

— Kimbra F —

After struggling for a long period of time was at a standstill with my weight. My body was not changing and I felt like I was doing something wrong. I had enough and decided to contact Mikey at Mind & Matter. It’s going on 3 months now and I have lost a ton of inches! I am continually losing weight on his plan and feel so much better and more confident! I highly recommend this plan and lifestyle to anyone. He is awesome, knowledgeable and honest and this is going to change your life! I am going to sign up again for 6 months this time!

— Ryan M —

As a long time endurance athlete, I never understood why working out longer and harder didn’t allow me to burn fat and lean out. I ate “well” but what I came to realize is that I wasn’t eating ENOUGH and I didn’t have to push my body nearly as hard to get the physique that I wanted. Through a plan built around balance, consistency, and commitment, Mike has helped me achieve my individual goals in a fraction of the time I spent killing myself in the gym and experimenting with fad diets. If you’re looking to lose 10 pounds over night, this is not the plan for you. But if you want to create a healthy lifestyle with the help of someone who truly cares about you and your fitness goals, I wouldn’t recommend ANYBODY other than Mike and MindMatterLifestyle team! Although he would never take the credit, I am truly grateful for all of the guidance that Mike has provided me and wouldn’t be where I am today without him! Thanks, Mike!!

— Christina K—

Amazing…this is the only word that comes to my mind when thinking of the whole mind and matter lifestyle that Mikey has put together in this program. With consistency and the right mind set of making this a lifestyle change it will work for ANYONE. Flexible dieting allows me to be able to eat things I want (in proportion of what fits in my macros) without feeling like I’m depriving myself of anything!

— Jen K—

It’s been such a pleasure working with Mikey and the Mind & Matter Lifestyle. I’ve worked with trainers before and I’ve never been able to achieve the results or enjoy the process as much as I have while working with Mikey. I am super impressed by how knowledgeable and meticulous Mikey is in handling my nutrition and body. I have a super busy lifestyle and food and traveling is are my biggest passions. I love that Mikey takes this in to consideration and customizes a plan that allows me to maintain my lifestyle and enjoy the foods I love while keeping me progressing with my fitness goals.I know if I need help or if I am out at a restraint or even in another country I can get the guidance I need to make sure I am still progressing while still being able to enjoy the food that I love! I love working with Mikey and am so happy with the results! I wouldn’t trust my nutrition or body with anyone else!

— Jess—

I am a fitness competitor that competes in natural leagues in Pro Figure. After my last show, I needed help getting my food under control and also a plan to make the improvements that I needed to make after I got the judges’ feedback. That is when I turned to Mikey after talking with a few of my friends that were already using him. Since Mikey has been a competitor himself, I knew he would understand the lifestyle I lead. Straight out of the gate working with Mikey, I could already tell my relationship with food and the gym was going to change for the better. He was everything my friends said he was, and so much more. He has such a wealth of information and is more than happy to share it with me. He answers every question I have, no matter how simple or complicated, and always makes sure I have all the information I need. He is always super responsive and his positivity keeps me motivated and moving forward, even when I sometimes think I have hit my limit. I know he is with me every step of the way and I can’t wait to see where our journey takes me. Thank you Mikey for all that you do!

— Amanda S—

I first contacted Mind & Matter about coaching in June 2016. I Had put on 25lbs rather quickly and wanted to get back to a healthy lifestyle. From the first email I’ve been so impressed with my coach Mikey. His response time to questions and check-ins, the detail of his responses, how much he cares about me and my success, and his professionalism have amazed me. Since starting with him my transformation has gone beyond the scale. My weight has decreased, yes, but my mind and body have strengthened. I am more confident in me! I am learning how and what I need to do personally to ensure continued success. Mikey has given me so much more than weight loss and I am so thankful for his guidance!

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