About
CLINICALLY EDUCATED AT:
Human Performance Background
Dr. Mike Branson is a seasoned expert in human performance, bringing over two decades of experience as a Strength Coach, Athletic Trainer, Exercise Physiologist, and Physical Therapist. His journey in this field began with a strong educational foundation, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences from the University of Arizona, a Master’s in Kinesiology & Exercise Physiology from California State University, and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from A.T. Still University.
Mike’s clinical education includes rigorous training at top medical institutions such as Johns Hopkins, Stanford University, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. He is a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC), Certified Exercise Physiologist (EPC), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and a Titleist Level 3 Golf Fitness Instructor among other prestigious certifications.
Throughout his career, Dr. Mike has contributed to the fields of physical rehabilitation and sports performance through innovative practices, including the development of a widely-used exercise slide board patent. His expertise has positively impacted athletes and individuals from all walks of life, helping them achieve their highest levels of physical performance and well-being.
BUSINESS EDUCATION AT:
Business Performance Background
In addition to his extensive background in human performance, Dr. Mike Branson is also a successful entrepreneur and business strategist. Over the past two decades, Mike has founded and scaled multiple businesses, blending his deep understanding of physical therapy and human performance with innovative business strategies.
Mike’s entrepreneurial journey is complemented by his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Southern California (USC), where he honed his skills in marketing, strategic planning, financial management, and organizational leadership. This advanced business education, combined with his hands-on experience, has equipped Mike with the tools to drive business success across various industries.
He has founded and managed businesses like SUM Athletica, COR Clinic, and AthleticTrainingCenter.com, consistently driving growth and innovation. As a Peak Performance Coach, marketer and business strategist, Mike leverages his business acumen and MBA insights to help organizations optimize their marketing, operations, develop strategic growth plans, and integrate health and wellness principles into their business models.
PATENT and TRADEMARKS
Making Things That Move You
Dr. Branson has a history of creating things that make a difference. His exercise slider patent, invented in the early 2000s, is the concept that has been used around the world to challenge the human body while moving over a sliding surface. This breakthrough, along with multiple original trademarks, has made Dr. Branson an asset in the intellectual property domain.