September 20, 2021

Meet Our Interns

Evan Kohler

Intern since 2017

Hometown: saline, Michigan

What got you into the fitness industry?

My high school exercise physiology teacher really got me into the fitness industry. I’ve been working out my whole life, and I just fell in love with it in high school when I took that class!

Who’s your biggest inspiration?

My mother! She has always pushed me to be the best person I can be, no matter what the subject is!

What’s your guilty pleasure?

Chocolate!

Favorite quote?

Sometimes you win some, sometimes you lose some…

What does family mean to you?

People to never give up on, people who should never give up on you. People who will always be there for you, and will take care of you in times of need.

What is your proudest accomplishment?

All of my accomplishments in college so far, and making my parents proud of me! #GoBlue

What would you sing at Karaoke night?

Some song by Fleetwood Mac =)

If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Bacon and Eggs!

About the Author:

Mike Stack

Michael Stack is the founder & CEO of Applied Fitness Solutions and Frontline Fitness Pros. He is a faculty lecturer for the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology. He is also the creator and the host of the Wellness Paradox Podcast, produced in conjunction with University of Michigan.

Michael is an exercise physiologist by training and a health entrepreneur, health educator, and fitness industry advocate by trade. He is dedicated to enhancing the standard of practice of, and advocating for, fitness and wellness professionals to ensure they become an essential constituent in the healthcare delivery system.

With a career spanning over three decades in fitness, health, and wellness Michael has a deep knowledge of exercise physiology, health/wellness coaching, lifestyle interventions to mitigate chronic disease and leadership. He is credentialed through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) as an Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP), Exercise is Medicine practitioner (ASCM-EIM), and a Physical Activity in Public Health Specialist (ACSM-PAPHS). Michael is a National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and a CDC Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) Lifestyle Coach.

Michael received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology in 2004 and is currently a Master’s of Public Health (MPH) candidate at University of Michigan, with a specific concentration in health behavior and health education.

Michael is a board of directors’ member for the Physical Activity Alliance and Michigan Fitness Clubs Association. He sits on the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology Alumni Board of Governors. Michael is an expert curriculum reviewer for the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Finally, he is a member of the executive leadership team for American Heart Association’s Heart Walk.

Michael lectures nationally for several health/fitness certification and continuing educations, including; IHRSA, the Medical Fitness Association, the National Strength & Conditioning Association, and SCW Fitness.