Training & Education

Masters of Science, “Human Performance”, Exercise and Sport Science,
University of Wisconsin at La Crosse, La Crosse, WI –August 1997
Bachelors of Science, “Fitness”, Physical Education, University of
Wisconsin at La Crosse, La Crosse, WI – May 1991
Corrective Exercise Specialist, NASM 2008
Certified in Muscle Activation Technique, 2008
2005-2006 Study and renewal of NASM-CPT through completion of
complete updated certification program
2002 LifeTime Fitness 6 month “Leadership” staff development program
Completion of various “Personal Training on the NET” LifeTime Fitness
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HIT Training, National Strength and Science Seminar-2002
LifeTime Fitness Continuing Education – Juan Carlos Santana, M.S. C.S.
C.S., Functional Training 2002
LifeTime Fitness Continuing Ed.-Paul Check, “Functional Training”-2001
National Academy of Sports Medicine Integrated Personal Trainers
Course, 2001
Midwest Strength and Conditioning Clinic (Cutting Edge Fitness
Evaluation, Closed Chain Exercise for Osteoporosis Prevention, and
Resist-Ball)-2000
Strength and Conditioning Applications in Orthopedics, American
Physical Therapy Association (Home Study)-1999
Various courses in American Sign Language
Integrating Aquatic Therapy into Physical Therapy Programs-As provided
by SWIM-EX, (TPI, Inc.) 1994
1994 International Human Performance Congress
Ergonomics: Application and Consulting to Industry, Roy Matheson and
Associates -1993
Job Analysis for an Industrial Setting, Roy Matheson and Associates-1993
Foam Roll Approach to Integrating Function, Institute of Physical Art-1993

Certifications and Distinctions

Ten time recipient of the LifeTime Fitness Most Valuable Trainer award
Strength and Conditioning Specialist, National Strength and Conditioning
Association, 1993-present
Personal Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine, 2001-present
Personal Trainer, American Council on Exercise (January-2004-2006)
USA Weightlifting, Sports Performance Coach (2004-2006)
CPR, AED, “Heart Saver” American Heart Association
Muscle Activation Jump Start Certified for Lower Extremity, Upper
Extremity, Trunk & Spine
NASM- Corrective Exercise Specialist
Adjuct Faculty Dakota County Technical College
About Us

Brian Waldo, MS, CSCS, CPT, CES, MAT-Jumpstart

Brian Waldo, owner of Optimal Health & Performance, LLC, has
made it his life's mission to help his clients achieve their fitness
goals.  With superior service, education and products and over 20
year's experience, Brian can tailor a program to meet your specific
needs and partner with you to reach your goals.

In addition to serving his personal training clients, Brian is also an
Adjunct Professor at Dakota County Technical College.
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