TESTIMONIALS FROM THE MEDIA AND OTHER COMMUNITY LEADERS “Michael is a rising star in the fitness industry.” ABC News "If you watch Michael Seril speak one thing quickly becomes obvious. Michael cares. In personal training my favorite saying is "no one cares how much you know until they know how much you care." Based on that fact alone I think you 'll be in great hands with Michael." Michael Boyle, MA, ATC - Internationally recognized expert in Strength & Conditioning www.bodybyboyle.com www.strengthcoach.com "The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports (PCPFS) is pleased to honor Michael Y. Seril for being chosen as one of our inaugural Community Leadership Award winners. Our Community Leadership Awards are presented to leaders who improve the lives of individuals within their communities by providing or enhancing opportunities to engage in sports, physical activities, or fitness-related programs. Michael is certainly a role model in Whittier for promoting, encouraging and motivating others to be more physically active and lead healthier lifestyles." Melissa Johnson - PCPFS Executive Director “Obesity and lack of physical activity continues to plague people of all ages in this community. Mike has a tremendous vision and drive that will positively influence many through his Excellence Through Exercise TM Foundation. Focusing on children should help them develop habits for a lifetime of good health.” Dr. William Stimmler - Chairman of the Board and Family Practice, Bright Medical Associates Board Member, Excellence Through Exercise TM Foundation "The community is very fortunate to have Michael. He is a true fitness professional and creating this foundation just solidifies his commitment and love for his community. I am honored to be a part of the Excellence Through Exercise TM Foundation." Dr. Bharat Patel - Internal Medicine, Bright Medical Associates Board Member, Excellence Through Exercise TM Foundation "The Excellence Through Exercise TM Foundation will be a tremendous success. It will improve the lives of so many people. I am grateful and feel privileged to be a part of this great cause." Dr. Jeffrey Winston – Ophthalmologist Owner, La Mirada Eye & Laser Center Board Member, Excellence Through Exercise TM Foundation "Through his Excellence Through Exercise TM Foundation Michael is reaching out to school age children in grades K-6 where lifelong habits are developed. The power of play can provide our children with the skills, confidence and knowledge to participate fully in life. It is my pleasure to be associated with his organization." Bonnie Jones - National Board Certified Teacher EAYA/PE Board Member, Excellence Through Exercise TM Foundation “It will benefit the teachers and parents by having a fitness expert team there to help guide them and answer questions they might have. It’s a team approach. Getting kids up and active is important. Movement improves knowledge.” Dr. Jean Maddox - Principal at Foster road Elementary School in La Mirada, CA Board Member, Excellence Through Exercise TM Foundation TESTIMONIALS FROM FITNESS PROFESSIONALS “Michael is the foremost authority on medical exercise programming. Aside from working with medical doctors, he is educating fitness professionals to better understand the best possible ways to service those in need of specialized care. Michael is setting the national standard for clinical exercise programs and professional relationship building with the medical community. I highly recommend his services.” Dr. John Spencer Ellis Host, OC Body Show & Spencer Power Hour President, NESTA “Michael brings a level of energy and professionalism to this profession. He is clearly dedicated not only to his personal success but the success of those he teaches and inspires. There has been a disconnect between the medical profession and the personal training profession but Michael is changing that. With his vast knowledge and dedication he is connecting two professions which will have a profound impact on the future health of our country. Kudos Michael!” Nicki Anderson 2006 & 2007 IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year Finalist President, Reality Fitness Inc. “Let me say that I commend you for your efforts to improve the health of the children in your community and as a physical therapist in Louisiana, I certainly see how youth fitness needs to be a priority in my community as well.” Jim Silvestri PT, cred. MDT The Next Level Performance and Rehabilitation Center “Just want to congratulate you on all your accomplishments. People like you are what keeps me going and motivate me everyday more and more in being what I am!” Yarixa Ferrao, NASM-CPT (Coach Yari) “Michael, I wanted to drop you a quick note to tell you how impressed I am with your passion and drive. It's great to see how you help others in your community with their fitness and weight loss goals. Your knowledge, passion, and enthusiasm for fitness and the industry as a whole is refreshing to see. The residents of your community are lucky to have an expert like you available to them. It's no wonder why you were voted Personal Trainer of the year!” Bedros Keuilian Author & Fitness Business Coach www.100NewClients.com "After 27 years in the fitness industry I can honestly say that I have only met a hand full of individuals that not only have the leadership ability to lift, motivate, and change the community around them but also a sincere desire to inspire and mentor other leaders to do the same thing. Michael knows that it's not trainers but leaders that will have the most profound effect on the health of their clients and their community." Tom Terwilliger Founder, Coaching Leadership Excellence