Jose Antonio has earned a B.S. in Biology, an M.S. in Exercise Physiology and a Ph.D. in Muscle Physiology. He also completed a post-doctoral research fellowship in Endocrinology and Metabolism. After leaving academia Jose gained a position with nutrition products leader MET-Rx. He then went on to help jump start the functional coffee revolution with Javalution, a product line that offers high quality coffee with the added benefits of dietary supplements. Dr. Antonio is uniquely qualified to provide information on the latest developments in sports nutrition, dieting techniques and real-world training.

After graduating from The Colorado College, Carla Sanchez (B.A. psychology, Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach, NSCA) worked as an Aquatics Director, a Recreation Specialist, a Fitness Director, a Denver Bronco's Cheerleader, and a Strength and Conditioning Coach. In 1997, Carla competed in her first NPC fitness competition, placing second. A few months later she received IFBB professional status by placing second at the NPC USA National Championships. In August 2000, Carla founded Performance Ready, LLC, and formed The Performance Ready Fitness and Figure Team. She continues to both compete and inspire others to follow their own personal fitness dreams.