Originally from Chicago, IL, Dan received his MS in Physiology with an emphasis in Exercise Physiology in 1989 from the University of Missouri. His career in exercise physiology began prior to the completion of his Masters when he began working at Boone Hospital`s Cardiac Rehab Program in 1984. In 1985, he was appointed as coordinator of HealthLine Wellness programs at Boone Hospital. Dan became certified as an ACSM Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist in 1999 and continues to provide superior guidance and support to individuals with a variety of health and fitness goals. Aside from his clinical experience in exercise physiology, he has also served as a Personal Fitness Counselor for Boy Scouts, a guest teacher for Columbia Public Schools, a coach of youth sports, and is currently an Adjunct Professor for the University of Missouri.