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Apr 26, 2022

6:00pm – 7:00pm

This is a free event

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Webinar: SSR Industry Panel

6 p.m. CST, Tuesday, April 26, 2022

All attendees will be entered in a $50 Amazon gift card raffle.

Give yourself a competitive edge! Whether you are a practicing chiropractor, athletic trainer, personal trainer or strength coach, a Master of Science in Sports Science and Rehabilitation can give you the power to change lives while working in a field you love. With the demand for sports science specialists expected to grow by 13% through 2024, now is the perfect time to advance your education.

Gain the experience, training and confidence to excel in the athletic arena with Logan’s MS-SSR degree. Offered 100% online, our program provides invaluable hands-on experience through an internship that can be completed at a facility close to home.

Join us for this free Sports Science & Rehabilitation Webinar where we discuss career tips and strategies from industry experts.

SSR Industry Panelist Information

Elena Doctor – Exercise Physiologist/Associate Director of the Human Performance Program at the University of Missouri

Elena graduated from Le Moyne College with a bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, where she competed in cross country and track at the Division II level. Upon graduation, she attended the University of Missouri to pursue her master’s in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology. As a graduate student, she held positions as a graduate research assistant for MU Extension and teaching assistant roles for the department. Outside of the department, she pursued an internship with the MU Human Performance Institute, which led her to her current role as an exercise physiologist and associate director of the Human Performance Program within Mizzou Therapy Services. She holds the following certifications:

  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
  • Certified Special Populations Specialist (CSPS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

Beth Bearden – Army H2F Strength & Conditioning Coach, Fort Bliss, Texas

Coach Beth received her Master’s in Sports Science and Rehabilitation from Logan University and is pursuing a second Masters in Tactical Strength and Conditioning and Nutrition from CAL U of Penn. She worked with small groups and individual Active Guard and Reserve soldiers and drilling Reserve soldiers stationed at JBLM in Washington State in 2019. Then, she moved to Fort Carson, CO to be the active component tactical strength and conditioning coach with the Army MWR before heading to El Paso to work with the 11th ADA Brigade. Beth’s passion is helping soldiers achieve their greatest potential in all facets of readiness with physical fitness being the cornerstone. She recently celebrated her 3rd wedding anniversary with her husband, Command Sergeant Major (Reserves), Jarrett Bearden whom she credits with helping her discover her calling in tactical strength and conditioning. Her education and certifications are as follows:

  • MS, Sports Science and Rehabilitation, Logan University
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
  • Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (NSCA)
  • Functional Movement Screen Certified (FMS I)
  • Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM)
  • Fitness Nutrition Specialist (NASM)
  • Personal Trainer (NASM)
  • Certified Health Coach (ACE)
  • Group Fitness Instructor (ACE)
  • Running Coach (UESCA)
  • Speed Specialist (NASE)
  • Conditioning Coach (BioForce)
  • Bachelor of Arts, University of Houston

Dr. Ismael Gonzalez – Chiropractor at Performance Medicine and Sports Therapy in Plano, TX

Dr. Gonzalez received his Doctorate of Chiropractic and Masters in Sports Science and Rehabilitation from Logan University. He had the opportunity to work with Mizzou Athletics through his chiropractic rotation and Mizzou Health Care for his Masters internship. He currently works in a sports multidisciplinary practice with physical therapist, chiropractors, strength and conditioning coaches and primary care. He has had the opportunity to work on different athletes and individuals on getting them back to doing activities they love and enjoy. He also assists in different sports care emergency situations from football, soccer, taekwondo and several other sports. He enjoys running and working out on his free time.

  • Doctorate in Chiropractic, Logan University
  • Masters in Sports Science and Rehabilitation, Logan University
  • Active Release Technique Full Spine (ART)
  • Active Release Technique Upper Extremity
  • FIFA Medical Provider
  • Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA)
  • Rocktape Basic/Performance
  • Bachelors in Science, Southern Arkansas University

Mike Petruso – Owner and Operator of Wildwood Athletic Center

Mike Petruso is a husband and father of 4. Mike played college football where he was named to the Central Methodists Hall of Fame in 2015. Mike has been a fitness enthusiast all his life and finally made the decision to turn it into a career in 2014. He currently owns and operates the Wildwood Athletic Center that houses several businesses. The Wildwood Athletic Center was established in 2014 and has grown a reputation of being the premier CrossFit gym in St. Louis. This year they were one of the Top 50 fittest CrossFit gyms in the United States, and #1 in Missouri. He also runs Switch Fitness, which is a project he is excited about expanding and growing into several locations across St. Louis. This is a group style hybrid fitness class he created. You also will find Wildwood Wellness & Nutrition, Stevens Strength and Performance, and SSM Physical therapy all located within the WAC. He oversees and helps manage 23 team members including physical therapist, chiropractor, personal trainers, group class coaches, nutrition coaches, and yoga instructors. Mike has been blessed with the ability to inspire change in people’s lives, especially in the realm of health and wellness. Mike is currently in the 98th% tile of fittest men in the world. (Crossfitgames.com)

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and Marketing, Central Methodist University
  • CrossFit Level 2 Coach
  • USAW Certified
  • CrossFit Gymnastics
  • Healthy Steps Nutrition
  • CrossFit Scaling

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