Distinguishing Dr. Groppel’s work is his application of successful sports science techniques to individual performance in the business world. His techniques for harnessing energies to achieve optimum performance are recognized globally as an effective means by which individuals can maximize abilities and increase performance levels. He has been a pioneer in the development and employment of training techniques and programs that blend sound nutrition, physical activity and attitudinal training to achieve better health and improved productivity and creativity.

Dr. Groppel formed the Corporate Athlete concept for his training program while serving as an associate professor of kinesiology (the principles of mechanics and anatomy in relation to human movement) and bioengineering at the University of Illinois. From 1981-1991, his Corporate Athlete program helped both business executives and athletes increase performance levels. In 1992, he combined his program with Dr. Jim Loehr and pat Etcheberry to form LGE Performance Systems and the Mentally Tough training systems for “corporate athletes.”

A prolific author, Dr. Groppel has written the acclaimed The Corporate Athlete book (released in January, 2000) and more than 300 articles about fitness, nutrition and stress.

LGE Performance Systems is regarded as a world leader in the development and implementation of specialized physical and attitudinal training programs for athletes and corporate clients striving for increased performance and productivity. The company’s Mentally Tough training techniques have aided some of the world’s best athletes and corporate administrators achieve higher levels of effectiveness and, in many instances, reach milestones perceived as unattainable.

He is a Fellow in the American College of Sports Medicine, a certified nutrition specialist at the American College of Nutrition and a recipient of the International Tennis Hall of Fame’s Educational Merit Award.

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