Ross Middlekauff, M.S.Ed.

Ross Middlekauff, M.S.Ed. has a diverse work experience. In 2011, they began their career as a Rehabilitation Aide at Kindred Healthcare. In 2012, they moved on to become a Rehabilitation Aide at Athletico. In 2014, they worked as a Personal Trainer at both Cardinal Fitness and Prairie Stone Sports and Wellness Center. In 2016, they continued their career as a Personal Trainer at Equinox. In 2017, they worked as a Performance Coach at EXOS, a Sports Performance Intern at Proactive Sports Performance, and a Speed and Agility Coach at Summer Youth Baseball Clinics. Finally, in 2018, they became the Gym Manager at LoanMart and in 2020 they were appointed as the Assistant Performance Director at FitLab. In this role, they have been responsible for developing and managing workouts, programs, exercise menus, and templates for the McGregor FAST app. Ross has also been in charge of managing the FAST athletes and coaches, as well as aiding in video shoots.

Ross Middlekauff, M.S.Ed. has a comprehensive education history. Ross obtained a High School Diploma from Harry D. Jacobs High School in 2007. Ross then attended Northern Illinois University and obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Pre-Physical Therapy in 2012. Ross continued their studies at Northern Illinois University and obtained a Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology/Fitness Leadership & Certificate in Sport Management in 2016. In 2017, they completed a PJ High Performance Coaching Mentorship. Ross also holds several certifications, including a Precision Nutrition Level 1 (2018), EXOS Performance Specialist (2017), EXOS Fitness Specialist (2017), Certified Speed and Agility Coach (2016), Functional Movement Screening Level 1 (2014), Adult First Aid/CPR/AED (2019), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (2013), Certified Level 1 Sports Performance Coach (2017), and EXOS Tactical Training Systems (n/a).