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See you at NEC?
Happy Saturday! I'm sending up a heads up that I'll present at the Northeast Coaches Summit this Fall with Brett Bartholomew, Coach Dan John, Chris Hinshaw, Dr. Kelly Starrett, and many more. I talked to Juliet Starrett the other day, and she also plans to attend.
Here is all the info:
>> Northeast Coaches Summit <<
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What a deal.
I am stoked about this one and would love to see you there too!
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I hope to see you there!
Much love,
Dr. Mike
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Mike T Nelson CISSN, CSCS, MSME, PhD
Associate Professor, Carrick Institute
Owner, Extreme Human Performance, LLC
Editorial Board Member, STRONG Fitness Mag
Mike T Nelson is a Ph.D. and not a physician or registered dietitian. The contents of this email should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem - nor is it intended to replace the advice of a physician. Always consult your physician or qualified health professional on any matters regarding your health.
Dr Mike T Nelson
Creator of the Flex Diet Cert & Phys Flex Cert, CSCS, CISSN, Assoc Professor, kiteboarder, lifter of odd objects, metal music lover. >>>>Sign up to my daily FREE Fitness Insider newsletter below
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