EPISODE · Mar 19, 2026 · 32 MIN
Michael Ryan, PHD
from Wellcoaches Inside · host Wellcoaches Inside
Michael Ryan, PhD, shares his evolution from a fitness trainer to a performance psychology expert. His deep drive for connection stems from caring for his mother through chronic illness. This early exposure to caretaking ignited a lifelong curiosity regarding human resilience and purpose. A traumatic car accident later catalyzed his groundbreaking research into sleep apnea and wellness. His doctoral work investigates how virtual environments can actually deepen authentic coach-client intimacy. Ryan champions a humble approach, emphasizing that true growth often occurs within the silence. Currently, he trains future professionals to view fitness as a universal language for healing. Connect with Michael Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wellbeingcoachmichaelryan/ Read Michael Ryan's Dissertation: https://www.proquest.com/docview/3297303249?sourcetype=Dissertations%20&%20Theses Connect with Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellcoaches/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wellcoaches-corporation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Wellcoaches Contact Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/contact
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Michael Ryan, PhD, shares his evolution from a fitness trainer to a performance psychology expert. His deep drive for connection stems from caring for his mother through chronic illness. This early exposure to caretaking ignited a lifelong curiosity regarding human resilience and purpose. A traumatic car accident later catalyzed his groundbreaking research into sleep apnea and wellness. His doctoral work investigates how virtual environments can actually deepen authentic coach-client intimacy. Ryan champions a humble approach, emphasizing that true growth often occurs within the silence. Currently, he trains future professionals to view fitness as a universal language for healing. Connect with Michael Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wellbeingcoachmichaelryan/ Read Michael Ryan's Dissertation: https://www.proquest.com/docview/3297303249?sourcetype=Dissertations%20&%20Theses Connect with Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellcoaches/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wellcoaches-corporation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Wellcoaches Contact Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/contact
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