The founder of Reactive Training Systems, Mike began powerlifting in 1997 and became a State Record holder as a sophomore in high school. But, that was just the beginning. He has accumulated a list of achievements that include a 2009 Gold Medal at the World Games, 8 (EIGHT!) USA Powerlifting National Championships, 6 total medals at IPF World Championships (2 bronze, 3 silver, 1 gold), and 3 IPF World Records.