Mike Israetel – Renaissance Periodization | Global Fitness 100™ 2025
Recognized as one of the top 100 leaders shaping the fitness industry.
Science-Driven Physique Transformation
Dr. Mike Israetel is co-founder and Chief Content Officer of Renaissance Periodization (RP Strength), a global authority in evidence-based training and nutrition reaching over 3.8 million YouTube subscribers and thousands of elite athletes worldwide. A PhD in Sport Physiology and former professor at Lehman College, Temple University, and the University of Central Missouri, Israetel operates at the intersection of academic rigor and applied performance. He leads RP’s digital platforms, apps, publications, and coaching programs, shaping global standards in hypertrophy, strength, and body composition.
A competitive bodybuilder, powerlifter, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, Israetel translates cutting-edge science into scalable, measurable systems through RP’s Hypertrophy and Diet Coach apps, educational books, and seminars. He has guided champions across multiple disciplines, pioneered evidence-based protocols, and established data-driven benchmarks for physique and performance. Dr. Israetel secures his place on the Global Fitness 100™ 2025 as a defining architect of science-led transformation, cementing RP Strength as an institutional authority in training, nutrition, and global performance education.
