Mike Salemi specializes in human performance and is a sought after international presenter in the field of health and fitness.
Mike has a diverse background in strength and conditioning and has competed over the course of 15+ years at an elite level in Powerlifting and Kettlebell Sport. Through his own path of resolving sport-related injuries, Mike understands the importance of integrating the body, mind, and spirit as a means to foster high performance for the long term. His motivation is to help athletes, fitness professionals, and coaches discover their own potential from the inside-out.
Professionally, Mike has served as a Division 1 strength and conditioning coach for Santa Clara University, as well as been the trainer to elite athletes across a wide range of sports.
His focus is teaching educational workshops, certifications, and creating programs on unconventional training that build more balance athletes.
Kettlebell Sport
World Champion, WAKSC 2017 Long Cycle
“Master of Sport” Ranking in Long Cycle & Biathlon
Kettlebell Education
KET Academy III, SFG, IKFF, WKC, IKSFA II (Russia), OKC II
Other Education/Experience
B.A., B.S., Santa Clara University, Magna Cum Laude
Suples Bulgarian Bag Pro Instructor
ELDOA IV
CHEK Institute Presenter
CHEK Practitioner Level I & Holistic Lifestyle Coach II
FRC Mobility Specialist
USAW
TPI Level I
OKC Head Kettlebell Coach
Former Strength & Conditioning Coach, Santa Clara University Men’s Tennis