
TESTIMONIALS
Mike was the most influential person I have had in my athletic life next to my father. I had never lifted before meeting Barwis. When I was in high school I was 215-220, but I was all legs. I played soccer. I kicked the soccer ball against the side of my house for like hours at a time. Once he started putting me through some lifting, and putting me through some programs to make me a much more well-rounded athlete.None of it would have been possible without Mike Barwis.
Pat McAfee
8-Year NFL Punter, Pro Football Hall of Fame Nominee, 2× Pro Bowl, All-Pro, Sports Analyst, Host of The Pat McAfee Show
Mike Barwis’ unique concepts and approach to strength training for basketball has been paramount to our success.
John Beilein
Former Cleveland Cavaliers, Michigan, and West Virginia Head Basketball Coach
(In 2011), I tore my ACL in the ninth game of the season. I had two surgeries since and wasn’t able to jog in a year and a half. Now, after four weeks (with BARWIS), I’m able to run faster than I have before; power clean more than I ever did -- in four weeks! With Mike, it was like a miracle.
James Carpenter
10-year NFL Veteran, XLVIII Super Bowl Champion, Guard for the Atlanta Falcons
If any athlete is serious about training and strives to achieve their potential, Barwis Methods is the place to go! Best training and coaches! Barwis Methods is the best training an athlete can get. They get you more than ready for every season. Can’t imagine training anywhere else.
Steve Kampfer
Stanley Cup Champion, Boston Bruins
I had to get a new wardrobe after working out with Barwis.
Patrick Eaves
Anaheim Ducks
After training at the same spot for four years, I felt like I needed a change of scenery. I needed a place to take me to the next level. BARWIS Methods was the clear choice for me. Working out with elite athletes day-in and day-out brings out the true competitor in me and the atmosphere is the best around.
TJ Lang
9-year NFL Veteran, XLV Super Bowl Champion, 2016-17 Pro Bowl
Mike Barwis and the BARWIS Methods team have been an impactful addition to my physical conditioning. The science they use in training is world class, and the caring environment they are doing is unmatched.
Pavel Datsyuk
2× Stanley Cup Champion, Olympic Gold Medalist, 4× World Medalist
As a professional athlete, you sleep better when you know you took it to the max and Mike Barwis’ program offers that. His program took my hitting to a whole new level.
Larry Foote
Team Captain, 2-time Super Bowl Champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers, All-American at University of Michigan
Last summer I had my first look at the Barwis facility! I was so impressed that I left there feeling I had to get my staff down to see it. As I watched one of my former players Draymond Green rehab his hip I was pleasantly surprised on what I saw. I watched NFL players, NBA players, boxers, MLB players and NHL players! But watching all those incredible athletes work so individually with Mike was special! I am a big fan of this program and would recommend anyone close to me to get healthy.
Tom Izzo
Michigan State University Head Basketball Coach, Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, NCAA Division I Tournament Champion (2000), 8× NCAA Regional Final Four, 2× NABC Coach of the Year
Perfection, detail, and work ethic is what the staff at BARWIS Methods is all about!!!
Ndamukong Suh
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Five-Time Pro Bowl, NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year
I love the competitive environment he creates! All of the men have the same goal and he brings an intensity and fire that allows every man to make the most of what they have. No way to quantify his impact on these men’s careers.
Richard Sherman
Super Bowl XLVIII Champion, Five-Time Pro Bowl
Mike is a high energy, high-spirited type of guy. He is very intelligent and very knowledgeable. Everything is geared toward maximum performance. I haven’t worked like this since -- well, ever.
Braylon Edwards
University of Michigan, Biletnikoff Award winner, U-M’s all-time Leading Receiver, All-Pro Cleveland Brown, New York Jets
BARWIS Methods is a great training facility. It’s a tight group that has fun while working out. I enjoy waking up and going to it. It’s like being at the rink with teammates during the summer. The trainers motivate you, push you to get out of your comfort zone.
Jeff Petry
8-Year NHL Veteran, World Championships Medalist
Barwis has so much insight, so much knowledge, and for me it’s so important to be able to spend that time with him where he is able to pass on that knowledge onto me.
Yoenis Cespedes
Two-Time All-Star, Gold Glove Winner, Silver Slugger Winner
I love the competitive environment he creates! All of the men have the same goal and he brings an intensity and fire that allows every man to make the most of what they have. No way to quantify his impact on these men’s careers.
Richard Sherman
Super Bowl XLVII Champion, Five-Time Pro Bowl
Mike is the best trainer I have ever worked with. From flexibility to strength and speed; you name it, he can do it! s Dick LeBeau says. ‘If you play in the North Atlantic, You must train in the North Atlantic.’ If you want to be the best you have to train like it!
Lamar Woodley
2009 Pro-Bowler and 2nd team All-Pro, XLIII Super Bowl Champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers
BARWIS pushed me every day to become not only physically stronger but mentally as well. We trained at an elite level every day so when a challenge came along during the season, I knew I had the strength and experience to overcome it.
Kyle Connor
Winnipeg Jets First-Round Pick, IIHF World Championships Gold Medalist (U18)
Had a great time training at the BARWIS Methods facility. I learned a lot that can help me advance my game.
Pierre Garçon
2009 AFC Champion, 2013 NFL Receptions Leader
The combine training here helped me a lot in all the areas of my game. The most gains i saw were in my size, strength, and speed. Definitely was in great shape for my pro day and combines after the combine training here.
Mike Cox
Former New York Giants Running Back
I came to Mike Barwis on someone’s word that this guy can change your life. Not to be here all day… he’s not only made me a stronger, more athletic hockey player, but a better man. He’s simply the best. Period. I love him.
Dan Cleary
2008 Stanley Cup Champion
With Mike Barwis what you see is what you get...Your ass kicked for three hours by one of the finest strength and conditioning coach in sports.
James Hall
Former Defensive End, St. Louis Rams, DetroitLions (12 year NFL Veteran)
BARWIS has been a tremendous experience in which I’ve learned a lot and it has helped me prepare physically. I am more than grateful for the treatment and dedication the staff at BARWIS provides.
Amed Rosario
New York Mets, MLB’s Fastest Shortstop, 2017 PCL Rookie of the Year
Barwis Methods will push your athletic abilities to a level beyond what you think is attainable. In this process, your attitude is reshaped and forged with a toughness most will never understand. There can only be one. Too bad for the other teams...Barwis is it!
Greg Hopkins
4-time All-Ironman Team (Arena Football League), Slippery Rock University, 3-time All-American
Mike is a high energy, high spirited type of guy. He is very intelligent and very knowledgeable. Everything is geared toward maximum performance. I haven’t worked harder.
Braylon Edwards
University of Michigan, Biletnikoff Award winner, U-M all-time leading receiver, 4th Overall Draft Pick, New York Jets
After working with a different strength coach for years after working with Mike Barwis back in 2006 and 2007, I knew I had to reunite with him again. he gets you in the best physical shape possible with his rigorous workouts, which prepare you mentally for things you thought you couldn’t do.
Chris Neild
Retired NFL Nose Tackle
I have been an NFL agent for over 25 years. Barwis Methods does things for players no one else can do. They are beyond special.
Rick Smith
American Football Executive
I came to Barwis Methods with a pinched nerve and a boot on my foot, Mike promised he would get me in an NFL camp. Now I am here!!! That’s because Barwis can make the impossible happen!
Ryan Van Bergan
Retired NFL Defensive End, Carolina Pnathers
I’ve been training with BARWIS since college and to me, there is no place better. Great trainers, great atmosphere, and they prepare you for the season and the next level.
Luke Glendening
Detroit Red Wings
The facilities combined with the experience of Mike and his staff provides Michigan with the best training facility in the country.
Ryan Mundy
8-year NFL Veteran Safety, Super Bowl XLIII champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers
Perfection, detail, and work ethic is what the staff at Barwis Methods is all about.
Ndamukong Suh
Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Five-Time Pro Bowl, NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year
This shit will take you to the next level. Barwis Methods is the best!
Wilmer Flores
Arizona Diamondbacks Shortstop
Mike has been a great resource in helping the Mets redesign our athletic development program. What sets the Barwis Method apart from all the others is the unique blend of the program. There’s science-driven training behind every aspect of his workout. The individual exercises are all part of a well-thought-out program designed to help each individual reach his full potential.
Jeff Wilpon
New York Mets, COO
Being here at Barwis Methods has been a tremendous experience to workout with marquee athletes. They really developed me into a complete athlete.
Jerel Worthy
7-year NFL veteran, Defensive End, 2011 Con- sensus All-American, 2011 First-team All-Big Ten, 2010 Big Ten Champion
After training at the same spot for four years, I felt like I needed a change of scenery. I needed a place to take me to the next level. BARWIS Methods was the clear choice for me walking out the door and I was amazed day-to-day with the comfort zone and the way they push you.
T.J. Lang
9-Year NFL Veteran, U.S. Super Bowl Champion, 2016 Pro Bowl
The thing I love about training with Mike is the intensity of the workout...During the workout I always felt like he pushed me hard because he wanted the best out of me at all times, because he wants the best for the teams that he is training.
Aaron Beasley
New York Jets, Atlanta Falcons, Jacksonville Jaguars, West Virginia University, All-Big East, All-American, WVU Hall of Fame
The knowledge and enthusiasm of the strength and conditioning staff is unparalleled to any I have ever worked with. Every workout is filled with challenges that motivate and prepare me to excel in my sport.
Megan Metcalfe
NCAA National Champion 5000m, 2008 Pan Am Games Gold Medalist, Olympic Competitor
This is what I’ve been looking for. Training with Mike is the best preparation for the season.
David Peralta
Arizona Diamondbacks, Gold Glove Winner
If you are okay with being mediocre at what you are doing, then stay away from BARWIS Methods.
Brandon Inge
2009 MLB All-Star, Retired
What an AMAZING experience! Not only is he a great trainer, he is a great man! Plus, he almost killed me.
Nick Swisher
MLB All-Star (2010), World Series Champion, Retired
Mike puts his heart into helping others. He goes above and beyond to instruct and love each individual he comes in contact with. He is a friend and inspired me the first time I talked with him. Great environment that is surrounded with special people.
Mike Fiers
Oakland Athletics Pitcher
My experience at Barwis Methods was incredible! They push you to the limit and bring potential out of you that you didn’t even know you had. Mike is the best in the business, and he makes you want to workout.
Lucas Duda
Kansas City Royals First Baseman
I completely tore my ACL in December 2017 and began working with Nick Lucius in May 2018. Nick was instrumental in helping me regain strength throughout the rehab process and develop a greater understanding of my body’s biomechanics. In addition to the physical therapy services I received, the strength and conditioning provided by Nick and the staff at Barwis was outstanding. I was pushed to my limits in a smart and scientific way allowing me to transform my body.
Robbie Lawler
Former UFC Welterweight & EliteXC Middleweight Champion
Working with Mike, with the structure he provides, has given me more explosiveness. Physically and mentally, I’ve grown stronger each training session.
Michael Brantley
Houston Astros, 2014 Silver Slugger, Four-Time All-Star
This is the best place to train in the world.
Juan Lagares
New York Mets Gold Glove Winner (2014), Fielding Bible Award
With Mike, it’s a great combination of the science behind why you’re doing something and then translating that into things that you need to accomplish on the baseball field. It’s not just about getting yourself the strongest and the fastest. Everything we do here is engineered, and it will translate to the baseball field. I’ve always worked out in the off-season, but I wish I would have had something like this earlier in my career.
David Wright
Seven-Time All-Star, Two-Time Gold Glove Award, Two-Time Silver Slugger Award

Rubén Tejada of the New York Mets, St. Louis Cardinals, San Francisco Giants, and Baltimore Orioles is interviewed about his offseason training at Barwis Methods.
Rubén Tejada Testimonial
Juan Lagares the New York Mets, Los Angeles Angels, and in the KBO League for the SSG Landers talks about his experience training at Barwis Methods.
Juan Lagares Testimonial
Wilmer Flores of the New York Mets is interviewed about his offseason training at Barwis Methods.
Wilmer Flores Testimonial
Lucas Duda of the New York Mets is interviewed about his offseason training at Barwis Methods.
Lucas Duda Testimonial
James Carpenter of the Seattle Seahawks talks about his injury recovery with Barwis Methods.
James Carpenter Testimonial
NFL football player Larry Foote (Pittsburgh Steelers) talks about his off-season training at Barwis Methods Training Center.
Larry Foote Testimonial
Cespede, a Mets outfielder works out with Jessica Mendoza from ESPN and Mike Barwis break down the bold workout regiments featured this offseason at Barwis Methods..
Yoenis Cespedes Testimonial
Tom VanHaaren from ESPN.com decided to train with the Mike Barwis and the BARWIS team for a day.
Tom VanHaaren ESPN
Steve Kampfer from the Ducks of the National Hockey League discusses his off-season training at Barwis Methods.
Steve Kampfer Testimonial
State of the art performance and rehabilitation center for athletes of all ages. My husband trained here several years during his time in the NFL. The facility is huge and very equalized with the best technologies and equipment. The trainers and physical therapists here are skilled and very kind. They have merch to purchase and even a small cafe in the front of the facility. Highly recommended business!
M.C.
Best PT around, went from not walking to incrededible improvement with this highly skilled staff. Austin has been more than instrumental in this recovery from a bad accident, and all the care from the staff caring and professional !
D.S.
Great training facility for professional athletes. Top notch training method, trainers and facility. The trainer's attention to details is unparalleled Strongly recommend!
M.L.
Just finished a cycle of physical therapy for an arthritic knee condition. I had never heard of Barwis, but went there on the recommendation of my doctor. I've previously been to other PT facilities, but none were as impressive as Barwis. However, what set this particular facility apart from previous places I've been treated at, was the unbelievable PT I had assigned to me--Lauren Norwood. My initial visit consisted of Lauren and Maddie Wnuk carefully charting a mobility and flexibility program designed specifically to strengthen the muscle around the knee and increase overall flexibility. I'm in my mid 70's and the protocol charted and implemented was exactly what I needed. Lauren was always positive, encouraging and understanding. Within a few weeks she'll have graduated with her doctorate and will go on to establish an unbelievable reputation as a great PT. Barwis seems to be the "gold standard" if you need any type of PT or rehab.
M.L.
Started at Barwis Physical Therapy late May 2024 after having knee replacement surgery. The care I received was tremendous. The P.T. I worked with throughout my time in rehab was Maddie Wnuk. Maddie never gave anything but her best. Her encouragement, coaching, and knowledge was the perfect blend for me. I am 70 years old. My desire was, on this my 7th R knee surgery, to regain as much or more movement in the joint that I had 20-30 years ago. And together we were able to attain every goal and go beyond. Look, the surgeon does their job by performing the surgery. The PT does their job offering the best coaching and guidance they can. But in the end you, as the patient, have to push yourself to work. Maddie allowed me to push forward to achieve my goals and allowed me to be as hard and demanding of myself as I was, yet reminded me of how well I was doing. It was the perfect blending of her challenging me while understanding I was always looking to achieve more. Thanks to Maddie I am so far ahead of schedule.
B.S.
This was a very nice and well kept gym. I was a member for a few months. One of the biggest selling points for me was the large turf that all members had access to. Unfortunately the time of day I was able to go..there were team practices taking up the entire turf almost every time I went. It's great to see the space being used I was just unfortunately not able to use it in my own workout regimen. Friendly staff and beautiful equipment though!
R.K.
My experience at Barwis has been nothing short of amazing. I have had consistent nagging in my shoulder for years. One day I woke up and couldn't even lift my arm over my head anymore.
I was recommended by a friend to checkout Barwis before making doctor/MRI appointments. My first visit, I met with my physical therapist, Kelly. She examined my shoulders and put me through a series of different tests/stretches. After her diagnosis of my shoulder problem, we started on treatment and strength/stretching exercises pretty much right away. After visiting for about 1.5 months, 3 days a week, 30 minutes per session, my shoulders are back to 100% and feel better than I can ever remember. I can't thank Kelly enough for her expertise and getting me back to better than normal.
I was so impressed with the facility, that I still continue to go and moved onto personal training sessions with Izzy. The entire staff here has been amazing. They genuinely care here.
B.L.
Started at Barwis Physical Therapy late May 2024 after having knee replacement surgery. The care I received was tremendous. The P.T. I worked with throughout my time in rehab was Maddie Wnuk. Maddie never gave anything but her best. Her encouragement, coaching, and knowledge was the perfect blend for me. I am 70 years old. My desire was, on this my 7th R knee surgery, to regain as much or more movement in the joint that I had 20-30 years ago. And together we were able to attain every goal and go beyond. Look, the surgeon does their job by performing the surgery. The PT does their job offering the best coaching and guidance they can. But in the end you, as the patient, have to push yourself to work. Maddie allowed me to push forward to achieve my goals and allowed me to be as hard and demanding of myself as I was, yet reminded me of how well I was doing. It was the perfect blending of her challenging me while understanding I was always looking to achieve more. Thanks to Maddie I am so far ahead of schedule.
B.S.
This was a very nice and well kept gym. I was a member for a few months. One of the biggest selling points for me was the large turf that all members had access to. Unfortunately the time of day I was able to go..there were team practices taking up the entire turf almost every time I went. It's great to see the space being used I was just unfortunately not able to use it in my own workout regimen. Friendly staff and beautiful equipment though!
R.K.
