September 15, 2021

Meet Our Team

Cody Mikuska

Agent Of Change Since 2017

Hometown: Newberry, MI

What got you into fitness?

Being overweight when I was younger. When I started to play basketball and lose weight my overall confidence grew so I added in weight lifting as well.

Who’s your biggest inspiration?

Captain America because he always knows right from wrong and sticks up for the little guy.

What’s your guilty pleasure?

Pizza!! No matter what my diet is, somehow I always end up eating pizza at some point =)

Favorite Quote:

The real man smiles in trouble, gathers strength from distress, and grows brave from reflection. -Thomas Paine

What does family mean to you?

The family is huge! Family is there for you during your weakest moments and embraces you during your strongest moments.

Proudest accomplishment?

Dropping a lot of weight between the age of 20-23 years old. I was a heavier kid when I was younger so getting slim was huge for me.

What would you sing in Karaoke?

Freesol- Seven Lions 😛

If you had to eat one meal the rest of your life?

Philly Cheesesteaks

What’s your experience at AFS been like so far?

My experience so far has been outstanding! I’ve met an amazing staff/family as well as many clients. I can’t want to see what else is in store for me here =)

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.