Michael J. Ormsbee, Ph.D., C.S.C.S.

•Assistant Professor, Dept. of Nutrition, Food, & Exercise Sciences, Florida State University
•Faculty member, Institute of Sports Science and Medicine, Human Performance Lab
•Faculty member, Center for Advancing Exercise and Nutrition Research on Aging
•Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN)
•Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
Mike has his Ph.D. in Bioenergetics (interdisciplinary program in Exercise Science, Physiology, & Biochemistry) from East Carolina University. Dr. Ormsbee earned his M.S. in Exercise Physiology and Sports Nutrition from South Dakota State University. Previously, Mike worked as a clinical research associate in the human performance laboratory at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, NY.
Dr. Ormsbee's research and expertise has focused on training and eating to prevent obesity-related diseases, achieving optimal body composition and optimizing athletic performance. His effort in these areas has led to his work being published in scientific journals and presented nationally. He has written numerous health, nutrition and fitness related articles for local and national publications
including Muscle Media, Men’s Health, IDEA Fitness Journal, Achieve Magazine, LeadingEdge Magazine, Sports Nutrition Insider, and Inside Fitness Magazine.
Mike also serves as a health and nutrition expert and consultant for TV and radio programs and fitness organizations.
Dr. Ormsbee played NCAA Division III (ECAC)hockey at Skidmore College and played one
season for East Carolina University (where he still holds the ECU record for goals in
a season, points in a season and goals in one game). In his spare time, Mike enjoys
staying fit, traveling, weight training and competing in triathlons.
