Michael Y. Seril, MS

Michael Y. Seril is a nationally recognized and influential figure in the world of fitness and exercise. He holds a Bachelors and Masters degree in Kinesiology – Exercise Science and Exercise Physiology from California State University – Northridge (CSUN).   He is a former instructor of Weight Training and Fitness for Life courses at the CSUN department of Kinesiology.  He is also a Certified Personal Trainer by two of the most respected and prestigious fitness organizations in the world, the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE).

Michael is the owner of Michael Seril Fitness, Inc. and the Founder of the Excellence Through Exercise Foundation. He is an Advisory Board member for Get America Fit Foundation, Maximum Fitness magazine and Rio Hondo Community College Fitness Certificate Program.

Michael has played an important role in promoting health and fitness which has captivated many individuals. His impact in the fitness industry has received him utmost respect from other personal trainers. As a result, he has received prominent awards that exemplify him as a true leader.

Michael was acclaimed with the 2006 Personal Trainer of the Year by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). In, 2007, Michael received the Community Leadership Award from the President’s Council on Physical Fitness & Sports. Recently, he was voted Top 3 “Best Personal Trainer” in America by ExerciseTV in 2008. In addition, Michael was featured on ABC 7 Eyewitness News for his community contribution and leadership.

In addition to his awards and accolades, Michael has written fitness and exercise articles for some of the most popular and respected media outlets in the world.

• Reuters Media Company
• Men’s Health Magazine
• Maximum Fitness Magazine
• Muscle & Fitness Magazine
• Shape Magazine
• Get Active Magazine
• Skin Deep Magazine
• Personal Fitness Professional Magazine
• The Washington Post Newspaper
• Whittier Daily News

With Michael’s perseverance for a healthier lifestyle and commitment to the city of Whittier, he gives back to the community by being a fitness writer, lecturer, and presenter for Bright Health Physicians and Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital. He lectures in topics such as “Fitness for Adults”, “Excellence Through Exercise” and “Importance of Weight Training for Adults.

As a fitness enthusiast, Michael realized the growing need of obesity prevention in society and it starts with educating children.  With that in mind, he established the Excellence Through Exercise Foundation. His vision and mission is for everyone to adopt a healthier lifestyle and a more functional and productive tomorrow.