Corporate Warrior: High Intensity Training And Hit Business

Steve Ritz (sritz[@]fitnessfirstmn.com) is an exercise physiologist and founder of Fitness First of MN Inc. Steve has been involved in the fitness field since 1991 working with a wide variety of people ranging from cardiac rehab patients to professional athletes. Steve earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Gustavus Adolphus College, and a Master of Arts degree majoring in Exercise Physiology from Minnesota State University, Mankato. Steve is also certified through the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Some highlights in his career as a fitness professional include Assistant Strength and Conditioning coach for the Minnesota Vikings and training both major and minor league players for the Cleveland Indians. Steve has also had involvement in various college and high school settings including: Villanova University, North Dakota State University, Gustavus Adolphus College and Anoka High School. Fitness is a way of life for Steve, and he enjoys ed