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David Michael Gilbertson

David Michael Gilbertson is a black belt instructor in Krav Maga. He has been a fitness industry entrepreneur and consultant since his days as a collegiate athlete. Since coming to California to learn and train others in Krav Maga, David has run a number of successful functional fitness health clubs built upon the concept of incorporating fitness, nutrition, and restoration. Additionally, he partners with other entrepreneurs in a variety of outside ventures focusing on merging commerce with quality of life and leaving the world a better place. Currently on the Exercise Science Advisory Committee for Health and Fitness at a Southern California university, David has been involved in spreading the word about health, fitness, well-being, and Krav Maga for more than a decade. During that time, he's taught thousands of individuals worldwide, including first responders, celebrities, business leaders, and everyday people alike. While he loves the business of business, what drives him most is seeing positive transformational changes in his motivated clients every day. David is a natural mentor, and he loves helping people of all ages find and/or restore their missing mojo.

Books

Krav Maga

Books for LGBTQIA+ History Month

For LGBTQIA+ History Month in October, we’re celebrating the shared history of individuals within the community and the importance of the activists who have fought for their rights and the rights of others. We acknowledge the varying and diverse experiences within the LGBTQIA+ community that have shaped history and have led the way for those

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Books for National Depression Education and Awareness Month

For National Depression Education and Awareness Month in October, we are sharing a collection of titles that educates and informs on depression, including personal stories from those who have experienced depression and topics that range from causes and symptoms of depression to how to develop coping mechanisms to battle depression.

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Horror Titles for the Halloween Season

In celebration of the Halloween season, we are sharing horror books that are aligned with the themes of the holiday: the sometimes unknown and scary creatures and witches. From classic ghost stories and popular novels that are celebrated today, in literature courses and beyond, to contemporary stories about the monsters that hide in the dark, our list

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