Jose Antonio 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. Dr. Antonio is uniquely qualified to provide information on the latest developments in sports nutrition, dieting techniques and real-world training.
CARLA SANCHEZ
After graduating from The Colorado College, Carla Sanchez (B.A. psychology, Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach, NSCA) worked as an Aquatics Director, a Recreation Specialist, a Fitness Director, a Denver Bronco's Cheerleader, and a Strength and Conditioning Coach. In 1997, Carla competed in her first NPC fitness competition, placing second. A few months later she received IFBB professional status by placing second at the NPC USA National Championships. In August 2000, Carla founded Performance Ready, LLC, and formed The Performance Ready Fitness and Figure Team. She continues to both compete and inspire others to follow their own personal fitness dreams.
ERIC BROSER
Eric Broser has been involved in the fitness industry for over 20 years. He is an NGA natural professional bodybuilder and judge. He is a monthly columnist for both Muscular Development (“No Juice Bodybuilding”) and Iron Man (“Muscle In-Sites” and “Net Results”) magazine, and has had over 40 articles published on weight training. He is co-author of the book Building the Perfect Beast Naturally, and the pioneer of the power, rep range, shock and fiver damage/fiber saturation training methods, being used by bodybuilders all over the world. Visit Eric online by clicking here.
RAPHAEL CALZADILLA
As Chief Fitness Pro for eDiets.com, Raphael is responsible for developing and maintaining personalized fitness programs for the eDiets online community. Raphael is a “virtual personal trainer” helping members integrate custom exercise programs into their daily routine so they can reach their health and wellness goals. Raphael also moderates fitness support boards, works one-on-one with eDiets members as-needed and contributes regularly to the company’s newsletter. Raphael has been quoted in Women’s Health and Fitness, Ebony, OK!, The Chicago Tribune, The Associated Press and The Miami Herald. He has appeared on the NBC-6 South Florida Today TV show, The Performance Nutrition Show, the Strength-Power Hour and many other shows across the country. A 16-year veteran of the health and fitness industry, Raphael specializes in a holistic approach to body transformation, nutrition programs and personal training. He earned his B.S. from Southern Connecticut State University and is certified as a personal trainer with ACE. Raphael is also a natural competitive bodybuilder and earned professional status from the WNBF (World Natural Bodybuilding Federation). He won the 2007 lightweight class at the highly competitive Florida State Bodybuilding championships. Raphael has worked with a wide variety of clients, ranging from sedentary individuals and competitive athletes to elderly clients, women and children. As a specialist in physical transformation, Raphael has assisted hundreds of clients reach goals ranging from up to 100 pounds in weight loss to training athletes to optimize their fat/muscle ratios.
JOEL GIACOBBE, M.Ed.
Joel is an educator, strength coach and bodybuilder. He earned his Master’s Degree from Auburn University where he met Dr. Jose Antonio. Joel is a past winner of the 1985 Southern States Bodybuilding Championships Light Weight Open Division and the 2006 Southern States Bodybuilding Champions Light Weight Over 40 Division. He has won various teaching awards such as Teacher of the Year (1999-2000) at McArthur High School, the Deaver Award (2003-2004) at Archbishop McCarthy High School and John 13 Award (2006-2007) for Broward County, FL. He has been published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, Strength Power Update and ASHAPERD (Alabama State Journal, and Building the Body Quarterly). He has been featured in FLEX magazine, Building the Body Quarterly and Teenlink South Florida Teachers Edition. He has been training young athletes for the past 20 years. Visit Joel online at www.joelgiacobbe.com.
ANNA LEPELEY, M.S., CSCS, CISSN
Anna Lepeley 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 Master’s Degree 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 & conditioning and news/information your mother won’t tell you. Visit Anna at www.AnnaLepeley.com!
MEG LIZ MILLER
Meg Liz Miller is #6 on the Lingerie Football League Team, the Miami Caliente. She plays the Running Back position, following in the footsteps of her hero Barry Sanders who she grew up watching during his astounding years with the Detroit Lions. Originally from Sylvania, OH, she currently works as a graphic/web designer and video blogger in Miami, FL. She has danced and cheered her whole life and loves anything related to fitness and nutrition. Visit Meg Liz online on MySpace and Twitter.
JUAN CARLOS SANTANA
Juan Carlos Santana is the Director of the Institute of Human Performance in Boca Raton, Florida. He is a renowned authority on training and conditioning and has published over 100 articles in fitness magazines and professional journals, and produced many videos and books on various aspects of performance enhancement. Santana serves as a consultant to major equipment manufacturers, sports teams, and fitness organizations. Find out more about Juan Carlos at The Institute of Human Performance and at the headquarters of Intocombat.
ABBIE E. SMITH, M.S., CSCS, CISSN
Abbie Smith 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.
ERIC BROSER
RAPHAEL CALZADILLA
JOEL GIACOBBE, M.Ed.
ANNA LEPELEY, M.S., CSCS, CISSN
MEG LIZ MILLER
JUAN CARLOS SANTANA
ABBIE E. SMITH, M.S., CSCS, CISSN