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For two years, Chuck “The Iceman” Liddell reigned as the UFC light heavyweight champion. With an extensive background in kickboxing, hi relies primarily on his background in Kempo and Koei-Kan karate. He began wrestling in college, and now uses those skills to defend against takedowns with an unorthodox, relaxed, hands-down stance. Preferring to deliver blows at an angle, he is noted for his exceptional takedown defense and knockout ability.

Chuck Liddell started training for his career at the age 12 in Santa Barbara. He was a four-year starter on the football team at San Marcos High School, and became a Division l wrestler at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, graduating in 1995 with a B.A. in Business. As a graduation gift to himself, he had his iconic tattoo inked on his scalp, which reads “Koei-Kan” (“prosper with happiness”). He transitioned to mixed material arts when he earned a purple belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu under John Lewis. Liddell made his UFC debut in 1998 with a decision victory over Noe Hernandez. He soon established his reputation as a devastating striker with victories over Tito Ortiz, Renato Sobral and Wanderlei Silva over the next few years. On May 26, 2004, he knocked out Randy Couture in two minutes, winning the Light Heavyweight Title. He defended his titles successfully five times, all ending with either a knockout or a TKO.

Kim Lyons exemplifies fitness. With over ten years of experience as a personal trainer, Kim has quickly become an icon in the health and fitness arena. Armed with a positive attitude and winning smile, she has inspired a nation to achieve their goals of living a happy, healthy lifestyle. Her role as a trainer on NBC’s hit show, The Biggest Loser, has brought Kim’s “no excuse” approach to America. Kim was selected out of hundreds of applicants for her knowledge and reputation as a trainer and nutritional consultant, and has quickly become a highly recognized and respected trainer. With a unique combination of proper nutrition and effective exercise programs, Kim has helped inspire a nation to live a healthier lifestyle. Her tough, yet realistic approach allows Kim’s clients to understand their potential, build their confidence, and achieve their goals.

Kim’s first book, Your Body, Your Life, made a strong appearance on all major book store shelves in Jun 2009 and is rapidly climbing the charts to the best seller list. She is also featured in the bestselling Biggest Loser Cookbook, The Biggest Loser Training Book, and The Biggest Loser Workout DVD.

Kim has written dozens of fitness and nutrition articles for publications world wide and is known for her innovative, fat burning circuit workouts. Kim is unique in bringing in the often neglected emotional coaching that goes hand with workout and nutrition aspects of achieving ultimate health.

Kim attended Colorado State University, where she graduated with a degree in Human Development. Shortly after graduating, she took a moor serious approach to weight training while battling her own weight issues. Her life changing experience prompted her to attend the National Academy of Sports Medicine where she become a personal trainer. Kim segued into fitness competitions and quickly won national and international titles. In 2002, she earned her IFBB Pro card, marking her place as one of the top fitness competitors in the world.

“My goal is to help the world become a healthier place … physically, mentally and emotionally.” -Kim Lyons

Jim Stoppani received his doctorate in exercise physiology with a minor in biochemistry from the University of Connecticut. Following graduation, he served as a postdoctoral research fellow in the prestigious John B. Pierce Laboratory and Department of Cellular and Molecular Physiology at Yale University School of Medicine, where he investigated the effects of exercise and diet on gene regulation in muscle tissue. He was awarded the Gatorade Beginning Investigator in Exercise Science Award in 2002 by the American Physiological Society.

Dr. Stoppani currently serves as senior science editor for Muscle & Fitness, Muscle & Fitness Hers, and Flex magazines and is the host of the popular online training and nutrition video series Muscle & Fitness Raw!, as seen at www.muscleandfitness.com. He has written thousands of articles on exercise, nutrition and health and is author of the book Encyclopedia of Muscle & Strength (Human Kinetics, 2006), co-author of the book LL Cool J’s Platinum 360 Diet and Lifestyle (Rodale, 2010), co-author of the book Stronger Arms & Upper Body (Human Kinetics, 2008), and co-author of the chapter “Nutritional Needs of Strength/Power Athletes” in the textbook Essentials of Sports Nutrition and Supplements (Humana Press, 2008). Dr. Stoppani is the creator of the Platinum 360 Diet as found in the book LL Cool J’s Platinum 360 Diet and Lifestyle (Rodale, 2010) and creator of the diet program found in the book Mario Lopez’s Knockout Fitness (Rodale, 2008).

Fitness educator, talk show host, former professional bodybuilder and the current owner of The Fitness Institute: Lance Dreher utilizes 40 years of knowledge and experience gained in the fitness industry in developing his practical approach to fitness and nutrition. Lance holds the distinguished honor as having the 2nd best arm development in the history of bodybuilding while in his prime, beating out Arnold Schwarzenneger.