Matt is a Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certified and NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist who’s been working in the fitness industry for over a decade. After earning a degree in Exercise Science and completing an internship at the Under Armour Sports Performance Center, he spent six years as a personal trainer, working with athletes, weight loss clients, and injury rehab clients before moving his business online.

Before joining BarBend, Matt was a freelance health and fitness writer for 11 years, writing for dozens of fitness websites, influencers, and wellness brands. He’s also the author of three nutrition books published through Simon & Schuster.

Matt is based in Las Vegas, NV, where he spends his free time working out, reading, writing, watching sports, and practicing Brazilian jiu-jitsu.