2011 National Conference

Dr. Greg E. Bradley-Popovich

Trace Invaders: Little Bugs, Big Problems

Dr. Greg Bradley-Popovich is an interdisciplinary clinician, speaker, and author in the health sciences. He possesses a diverse background spanning nearly 20 years that ranges from corporate fitness to NASA-funded research. Dr. Bradley-Popovich holds dual Masters degrees in Exercise Physiology and Human Nutrition from West Virginia University as well as a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (DPT) from Creighton University. His undergraduate degree in biology culminated with a microbiological study of bacteria collected in a gym environment. As a freelance writer, he has authored over 50 popular articles on rehabilitation, exercise, nutrition, and dietary supplements in magazines such as Men's Health Muscle, Men's Fitness, and Muscle and Fitness. Additionally, he has published several scholarly articles in a variety of peer-reviewed science and professional journals. Dr. Bradley-Popovich is a contributing author to the landmark texts Sports Supplements and Kettlebells: Past, Present, Future and is co-creator of the strength-training system Weapons for Mass Construction. He has received national recognition from organizations such as the American Physical Therapy Association, by which he was recognized with its highest honor for a graduating physical therapy scholar. He was named among the "Top 50" exercise professionals in the country according to Men's Fitness magazine and appeared on the cover of Rehab Management magazine for his evidence-based approach to rehabilitation. In addition to operating a Diet Doc weight-loss franchise, Dr. Bradley-Popovich serves as Assistant Professor of Exercise Science and Director of the Applied Health and Human Performance Laboratory at West Virginia Wesleyan College.