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Jose Antonio, Ph.D. and Anna Lepeley
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Jose Antonio, Ph.D. has earned a B.S. in Biology, an M.S. in Exercise Physiology and a Ph.D. in Muscle Physiology. He also completed a post-doctoral research fellowship in Endocrinology and Metabolism. After leaving academia Jose gained a position with nutrition products leader MET-Rx. He then went on to help jump start the functional coffee revolution with Javalution, a product line that offers high quality coffee with the added benefits of dietary supplements. He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, CEO of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, has 49 peer-reviewed publications and 13 published books. Dr. Antonio is uniquely qualified to provide information on the latest developments in sports nutrition, dieting techniques and real-world training. Visit Dr. Antonio at www.joseantoniophd.com.
Anna Lepeley, M.S., CSCS, CISSN is currently working on her Ph.D. with Touro University International. Her dissertation work will focus on ergogenic aid effects with females. As a former competitive and aggressive inline skater, up until her 20′s, and a passionate weightlifter since the age of 8, Anna’s active youth directed her straight into the realm of Exercise Physiology and Sports Nutrition. Anna received her M.S. in Exercise Physiology from Florida International University specializing in strength and conditioning. Anna was also privileged to have great strength and conditioning mentors, David Sandler and Dr. Patrick Jacobs, throughout her undergraduate and graduate career. She is the founder of trademark, Femme Fatale Physique, an information site giving insight on sports nutrition, strength and conditioning as well as news and information your mother won’t tell you. Visit Anna on Facebook.
Abbie Smith, M.S., CSCS, CISSN is a doctoral candidate at the University of Oklahoma where she co-coordinates the Metabolic and Body Composition Laboratory. She received her B.S. in Health and Exercise Science from Truman State University, and her Masters at the University of Oklahoma. Abbie is currently studying under the direction of Dr. Jeffrey R. Stout, where her research is focused on nutritional and training interventions to improve performance, general health and body composition. She has contributed to the scientific community at the NSCA and ACSM since 2005 and continues to share the latest research through her column in the Sports Nutrition Insider, scholastic books and through various peer-reviewed journals.
Gina Lombardi, NSCA-CPT is one of the most sought after fitness experts in the entertainment business. She is host of Fit Nation on the Discovery Channel’s FitTV, their only investigative reporting show. Gina has a regular column in HEALTH Magazine called “Inside Track,” where she tests and reviews health and fitness products. She is an honors graduate from the University of Pennsylvania and holds certifications in personal training from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and University of Southern California at Los Angeles. She has worked with famous actors, musicians and television executives such as Andy Garcia, Catherine Bell, Isaac Hayes, Leah Remini, Val Kilmer, Kirstie Alley, Sally Pressman, Clementine Ford, Robert Towne, Kevin James, Clancy Brown, Beck, Chick Corea, Les Moonves, Beth Sullivan, film producers Colleen Camp, Craig Perry, Nancy Roberts and many, many more. Visit Gina at 
Ginny Erwin and Abbie Smith
Ginny Erwin, MS, RD, LDN, CPT received her B.S. in Nutrition Science and Dietetics from the University of Illinois at Chicago and her M.S. in Nutrition Communications and Marketing from Roosevelt University in Chicago. Ginny currently has her private practice in Boca Raton, FL where she provides nutrition and lifestyle intervention home visits called “Healthy House Calls” (going to clients” homes and assessing food and lifestyle choices and recommending healthy alternatives) in addition to her other nutrition and fitness services. She is affiliated with the Institute of Human Performance providing nutrition counseling to elite, college, and high school athletes. Most recently she has taken her culinary-nutrition experience into private and public kitchens, providing advice and formulating menus and recipes for special dietary needs. For more info click 
Abbie E. Smith, M.S., CSCS, CISSN is a doctoral candidate at the University of Oklahoma where she co-coordinates the Metabolic and Body Composition Laboratory. She received her B.S. in Health and Exercise Science from Truman State University, and her Masters at the University of Oklahoma. Abbie is currently studying under the direction of Dr. Jeffrey R. Stout, where her research is focused on nutritional and training interventions to improve performance, general health and body composition. She has contributed to the scientific community at the NSCA and ACSM since 2005 and continues to share the latest research through her column in the Sports Nutrition Insider, scholastic books and through various peer-reviewed journals.
Rick Collins, JD, CSCS is a celebrated personality in the bodybuilding, fitness and nutritional supplements industry. He is a principal in the New York law firm of 
Rick Bloomer, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor within the Department of Health and Sport Sciences at The University of Memphis. Rick holds a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. He held prior positions at Duke University Medical Center and Wake Forest University as a research physiologist and visiting assistant professor, respectively. His research focus is centered on oxidative stress and frequently involves the use of antioxidant therapy to decrease macromolecule oxidation. Rick has been published in Sports Medicine, International Journal of Sports Medicine, Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport and many more.
Ashleigh Gass, B.S., CSCS, MES developed a passion for sports early in life, leading to success as an athlete and her career in the health and wellness industry. At the University of Victoria she studied Kinesiology and Psychology while also mentoring under Strength and Conditioning Specialists, Chiropractors, Physical Therapists and Sports Nutrition specialists. Her post-graduate diploma, completed at the National Coaching Institute, focused on long-term development of the elite athlete. Ashleigh currently specializes in injury prevention, program design, and helping people improve their approach to training and nutrition. She also teaches nutrition at the corporate level via her work with Mind and Body Wellness, LLC. Visit 
Nicole Moneer Guerrero is a Top 5 nationally and Top 10 internationally ranked PRO fitness competitor and fitness model, as well as a skilled personal trainer and educator. As the 2009 Ms. Bikini Classic Universe Champion, her disciplined, results-oriented approach has garnered her industry accolades and it has inspired her clients to achieve their own personal fitness goals. Nicole is an NASM personal trainer and an AFAA group exercise instructor for LifeTime fitness. She also holds Power Plate, Zumba and TRX certifications. Showcasing her competition results, fitness tips and writing, Nicole has been featured in such publications as Planet Muscle, Fisico y Fitness, Sauced Chicago, Oxygen, Almost Famous, Ms. Fitness, Iron Man and Fitness Experts.
Cassandra Forsythe, PhD, CSCS, CISSN is a graduate of Exercise Science and Nutrition from the #1 Kinesiology doctoral program in the U.S at the University of Connecticut (2009). Her research specialty is low-carbohydrate ketogenic diets, dietary fatty acids, resistance training, and their relationships to diabetes, heart disease and body composition. She also holds a M.S. in Human Nutrition and Metabolism and a B.S. in Nutrition and Food Science from the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada. With her certification as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN), Cassandra coaches women of all ages and sports at her personal training studio in Connecticut, or online, to attain their athletic and body composition goals. She also is a well-known author. She has authored two popular books for women: “The New Rules of Lifting for Women”, co-authored with Lou Schuler and Alwyn Cosgrove (2008), and “Women’s Health Perfect Body Diet” (2008); in addition to two textbook chapters: “Creatine Metabolism”, from Essentials of Creatine in Sport (2007), and “Very Low-Carbohydrate Diets” , from Essentials of Sports Nutrition (2008), and numerous online and peer-reviewed nutrition and exercise articles. Currently she is working on her dietetic internship through the University of Massachusetts Amherst to become a Registered Dietitian by July 2009. In her spare time, Cassandra loves to mountain bike, rock climb, hike, lift weights, cook, garden, and walk with her three dogs.
Mike “Vinny” Varrato, MS, CSCS is currently a Strength and Conditioning Coach at Tenafly Racquet Club in Tenafly, NJ just outside New York City. Mike works in an elite tennis player program called CourtSense where he trains players from children to professionals. Mike previously started his career for the Philadelphia Phillies and their Double A affiliate Reading Phillies. Mike received a Master’s degree from Florida Atlantic University in December 2006 and is a former roommate of co-host Anna Lepeley (His biggest claim to fame). Mike has worked and interned for/under Florida Gulf Coast University, Perfect Competition, David Sandler/Strengthpro, Florida International University, Providence Bruins, Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning, and various football, hockey, and tennis camps.
Mike Irr, CSCS, is the Strength and Conditioning Coach of the NBA team, Charlotte Bobcats. He previously served as the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Chicago Bulls. He earned his degree from the University of Connecticut and is a member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Erik Helland, is the Bulls’ Strength & Conditioning Coach and one of the NBA’s most respected and tenured strength coaches. He is a 1987 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire where he earned his degree in Physical Education with an emphasis on athletic training and coaching. Erik is certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a strength and conditioning specialist and USA Weightlifting as a Level I coach.
Mike Sanders, MAEd, CSCS is the Director of Strength and Conditioning at the University of Denver. He received his B.S. and M.S. in Exercise Science from the University of Nebraska-Kearney. Mike has over 14 years of experience working with athletes from the NHL, collegiate hockey, volleyball, football, basketball, golf, lacrosse, figure skating, swimming, skiing and mixed martial arts. He has also worked and consulted with SWAT and police officers in the area of physical performance development. Mike has authored or co-authored many peer reviewed articles, a book, and has written articles for Muscular Development Magazine. Visit 
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Shawn Myszka, CSCS