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(UC - Owner / Founder)
Founder - Unlimited Changes
WNSO Pro Natural Bodybuilder
WNSO Pro Fitness Model
( 3X ) - US
NATIONAL CHAMPION
( 5X ) - Top 5 in the World
Currently Ranked #1 in the USA
Mike Kocsis has been an athlete and fitness fanatic nearly his entire life. He started his athletic endeavors at age 5 and has never stopped, continuing to set goals and striving to attain them.
Mike was a very accomplished wrestler. After a standout high school career, he accepted an athletic scholarship to Central Connecticut State University. He completed his collegiate wrestling career, with 2 East Coast Conference Championships, three trips to the NCAA Division 1 National Championships and an individual ranking as high as 11 in the country. Mike also achieved the prestigious High Honors Scholar Athlete Award given to the senior athlete who demonstrates success in the classroom as well as in the arena.
Mike then moved on to Natural Bodybuilding. He started his amateur bodybuilding career in 1992 and has competed in more than 30 competitions. After ten years climbing up the amateur latter, Mike won his Pro Card in April of 2002. In his first Professional Competition - The Pro Natural Universe, Mike achieved an incredible 4th place. He returned to the same stage in 2003 to capture 2nd place. He now holds the title as “Runner-up” Mr. Natural Universe. After only being considered a professional for a little over a year, Mike twice broke the top five in one of the sports most prestigious events, a feat many work years to accomplish. More recently in May 2005 Mike won the Overall title at the WNSO - New York City Championships to gain another Pro Card in a second organization. He then pulled off his biggest accomplishment to date. Just three weeks after his win in NYC, he entered the WNSO Professional World Championships in Toronto, Canada where he placed 5th in the World and was the highest US place winner in only his first attempt. He is now recognized as one of the Top 5 “Drug Free” Bodybuilders in the World the #1 ranked Natural Bodybuilder in the USA. His success has lead to feature articles in magazines and appearances on local television shows. Mike’s passion for fitness, health and bodybuilding has now turned into a career. As a Professional “drug free” athlete, this rising star is on his way to capturing a World Championship Title.
Mike holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Exercise Science and in Health & Physical Education. He is also certified by the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) and the National Federation of Professional Trainers. He holds the distinguished CSCS credential (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) and is a master in the area of nutrition and dietary intake. Mike has been a School Teacher, Strength & Conditioning Coach at the High School and College levels, and an Athlete. He has worked as a Personal Fitness Trainer and Nutritional Counselor for nearly two decades and continues to help individuals of all ages and fitness levels. Mike currently owns and operates a Personal Training & Nutritional Counseling Center - Unlimited Changes Personal Fitness & Performance Center in Easton, PA. He has had articles published nationally and performs speaking engagements, seminars and camps & clinics for groups all over the country. Mike has dedicated his life to health and fitness and has been the inspiration for others to take control and live healthier and happier.
Education and Professional Background:
BS degree in Physical Education / Exercise Specialist Studies (Central Connecticut State University, 1993)
Member - National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA)
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) by: NSCA
Certified Personal Fitness Trainer (NFPT)
More than 20 years of fitness and exercise experience
15 years of bodybuilding experience
Has worked as a Health Club Manager, Physical Education Teacher, Sports Coach, Strength & Conditioning Coordinator, Exercise Program Director, Personal Fitness Trainer and Nutritional Intake Counselor
Has appeared in National Magazines and on Fitness Television Shows
Has conducted numerous seminars and clinics on Fitness, Nutrition, Athletic strength & conditioning and Lifestyle Changes for more than 10 years.
Accomplished lecturer and motivational speaker
Owner of Unlimited Changes, Inc. - Personal Training & Nutritional Counseling Services.
* 2007 WNSO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS - Bodybuilding - 4th in the WORLD - Top Placing US Finisher
* 2006 WNSO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS - Bodybuilding - 6th in the WORLD - Top Placing US Finisher
* 2005 WNSO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS - Bodybuilding - 5th in the WORLD - Top Placing US Finisher
* 2005 WNSO FAME Big Apple (NYC) - Bodybuilding Overall Champion (WNSO Pro Card Winner)
* 2005 WNSO FAME Big Apple (NYC) - Fitness Model Overall Champion (WNSO Pro Card Winner)
* 2004 WNBF Pro Natural Universe - Men’s Lt. Wt. 4th place - 5th in the WORLD
* 2003 WNBF Pro Natural Universe - Men’s Lt. Wt. Runner-up (2nd place) - 4th in the WORLD
* 2002 WNBF Pro Natural Universe - Men’s Lt. Wt. 4th place - 5th in the WORLD
* 2002 INBF Northeastern Hernandez Classic - Men’s open Lt. Wt. and Overall Champion (WNBF Pro Card Winner)
* 2001 INBF Natural New York City - Men’s Lt. Wt. 2nd place
* 2001 NABF Natural New York - Men’s Middle Wt. 2nd place and “Best Poser” award winner
* 2001 NABBA Keystone Classic (Pennsylvania) - Men’s Lt. Wt. Champion and “Best Poser” award winner
* 2000 ANBC Pennsylvania Classic - “Best Poser” award winner
* 1999 ANBC Natural Constitution State (Ct.) Men’s Short 3rd place
* 1994 ANBC Baltimore Muscle Blowout - Men’s Short Champion
* 1993 ANBC USA Championships - 5th place
* 1993 ANBC Natural New England - Juniors Overall Champion
* 1992 ANBC Whaling City (Massachusetts) - Juniors Champion and “Best Poser” award winner
* 1992 ANBC Eastern Pennsylvania - Juniors Overall Champion and “Best Poser” award winner
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
TELEVISION
* 2007 Television Short Spot Host/Fitness Expert - “Healthy Supplements” (WFMZ-TV Channel 69 - Present)
* 2005 Television Show Host/Fitness Expert - “Get Up & Get Healthy” (WFMZ-TV Channel 69 - Present)
* 2005 Fitness Television Show Presenter / Host - Club Fitness (Connecticut Public Television)
* 2002 Fitness/Nutrition Television Show Presenter / Host - KID FIT (Service Electric Cable TV PBS
* 2004 Fitness Television Show Presenter / Host - Club Fitness (Connecticut Public Television)
PRINT
* Cover Model - FAME Fitness Lifestyle Magazine, 2007 Jan./Feb. Issue
* Feature and Pictorial Layout - REPS Fitness Magazine ("Dialing Up Your INTESITY", pgs. 48-52) Spring 2007 Issue
* Feature and Pictorial Layout - Natural Bodybuilding & Fitness Magazine (A New Rising Star in the WNBF - Mike Kocsis , pgs. 76-78)
* Feature and Pictorial Layout - Men’s Exercise (Abdominal Aspirations, pages 36 - 39) September 2002 Issue & November 2002 Issue * Feature and Pictured - Natural Bodybuilding & Fitness Magazine (Natural News - “Be Like Mike” , page 14) November 2001 Issue
* Pictured and Highlighted - Natural Physique Magazine (Contest Round-up, page 91) May 1999
APPEARANCES & STAGE PERFORMANCES
* 2007 Mike Kocsis Classic - Northeastern Classic -Show Promoter, Show Host, Emcee and Guest Poser
* 2007 FAME - WNSO North American Championships - Master of Ceremonies (Special Guest), Show Host
* 2007 FAME - WNSO Natural New England (Boston, MA) Championships - Master of Ceremonies (Special Guest), Show Host
* 2006 FAME - WNSO Natural New York City Fitness Championships - Master of Ceremonies (Special Guest), Show Host, Guest Poser
* 2004 Natural Mania - Guest Poser & Judge
* 2003 INBF Natural Keystone State - Master of Ceremonies
* 2003 INBF NJ Natural Warrior Challenge - Special Guest Poser and Master of Ceremonies & Judge
* 2002 NABBA Natural Keystone Classic - Guest Presenter
* 2002 Sports Fest of the Lehigh Valley Bodybuilding Championships - Guest poser, Emcee and Award Presenter
* 2002 ANBC Natural New Jersey - Guest Poser
* 2002 INBF Natural Lehigh Valley - Guest Poser and Master of Ceremonies
* Television and Radio Show Hosting and Reporting
* Product Endorsements
* Advertisement Work (Print and Commercial)
* Educational and Promotional Engagements (Public speaking , lectures, seminars, camps, clinics and promotions)
* Trade Show Promotions and Exhibitions
* Informational Article writing and Editing
* Fitness Center Projects (Special Events, Grand Openings, Fund Raisers)
* Master of Ceremonies
* Guest Posing and Posing Seminars
* Athletic Camps and Clinics
I have dedicated my life to Health, Fitness, Exercise and Nutrition. Allow me to help you by bringing my passion and enthusiasm to your project.
In Fitness & Health, Mike Kocsis, CSCS, NFPT Owner & Founder - Unlimited Changes Inc. |