Mike Barwis is the visionary founder and CEO of BARWIS, where his passion for human performance and recovery is at the heart of BARWIS. Mike has spent over 25 years transforming lives through science-based training, rehabilitation, and human performance programs. He has worked with thousands of professional athletes across the NFL, NHL, MLB, UFC, and Olympic sports, helping them reach peak performance while preventing injury. His approach integrates biomechanics, neurology, psychology, and manual therapy to deliver individualized, holistic care.

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Mike is also deeply committed to community impact. He founded the First Step Foundation and the Athletic Angels Foundation, providing training scholarships, specialized equipment, and support to individuals in need. Through all of his work, Mike’s mission is clear: to help every person—athlete or not—unlock their fullest potential and thrive.