We Build More Than Athletes—We Build Resilient Humans
Where science-based training meets mindset, lifestyle, and purpose
Our Mission
Resilience Fitness & Sports Performance was built on a simple belief:
True strength goes beyond physical training—it’s mental, emotional, and personal.
Founded by former pro athlete and performance coach Michael Atunrase, Resilience is more than just a fitness company—it’s a mission. Our goal is to deliver world-class training, mindset coaching, and lifestyle support through accessible, convenient online services that meet people exactly where they are.
We understand the challenges of busy schedules, limited gym access, and inconsistent motivation. That’s why we’ve built a system that brings expert coaching, structure, and accountability straight to your phone—so you can train smarter, feel stronger, and live healthier without having to rearrange your life to do it.
Whether you're a competitive athlete, someone returning from injury, or just looking to move better and feel better, we’re here to guide your journey with science-backed programs, real coaching support, and a human-first approach.
At Resilience, we’re not just training bodies—we’re building resilient humans, equipped to thrive in sport, fitness, and life.
The Resilience Method
We combine physical training with mental performance strategies to build not just stronger bodies, but more confident, focused, and resilient individuals.
1. Mind-Body Integration
Our programs are 100% accessible online—delivered through our easy-to-use mobile app—so you can train on your schedule, at your pace, with real coaching support when you need it most.
2. Online-First, Human-Focused
Every workout, progression, and recovery strategy is rooted in exercise science and designed to meet your specific goals—whether you're chasing performance or just starting your fitness journey.
3. Science-Driven Programming
4. Personalized Coaching & Accountability
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. Your training plan, nutrition support, and habit coaching are tailored to your needs, lifestyle, and limitations—with real coaches tracking your progress.
We teach sustainable habits that stick—from movement and recovery to stress and sleep—so you’re not just hitting goals, you’re building a healthier life you can maintain long after the program ends.
5. Lifestyle Support for Real Life
Meet the Founder
Michael Atunrase
“Coach Mike”
Founder | Human Performance Specialist
Michael Atunrase—known to clients as Coach Mike—is a former professional football player and nationally recognized performance coach who has spent over 12 years helping athletes and everyday individuals transform their bodies, sharpen their minds, and unlock their full potential.
Michael’s training philosophy is rooted in science, built on experience, and fueled by purpose. While earning his B.S. in Kinesiology from the University of Delaware, he worked hands-on in the university’s Physical Therapy Clinic and Varsity Strength & Conditioning Program. After college, he pursued a professional football career and played three years in the NFL and Arena Football League.
During his playing years, Mike earned multiple advanced certifications—including CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist), NASM, and EXOS—equipping him to transition seamlessly into the world of elite fitness and performance coaching.
Since 2012, Mike has led training programs at top facilities like Titus Sports Academy, Power Train Sports & Fitness, and acac Fitness & Wellness, coaching a wide range of clients: from youth athletes and busy professionals to elite performers in the NFL, MLB, and NBA. In 2020, he founded Resilience Fitness & Sports Performance, a fully virtual health and performance training company that delivers world-class coaching, education, and accountability to clients around the globe.
Coach Mike’s unique training model combines customized strength & conditioning, mobility, nutrition guidance, and mental performance tools to help clients build lasting strength—from the inside out. Whether you're an athlete chasing peak performance or a parent looking to get stronger, healthier, and more confident, Mike meets you where you are—and helps you rise higher.
Outside of coaching, Mike enjoys writing, playing the piano, staying active outdoors, and spending time with his wife, Dr. Jacqueline Atunrase, and their three children. He brings passion, purpose, and personal connection to every training session—and lives to help others grow strong in every area of life.
Meet The Team
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Coach | Health Specialist
Receiving his Bachelor’s in Health Behavior Sciences from the University of Delaware in 2014, KC has spent the last 11 years working across a variety of settings including healthcare, corporate wellness, physical therapy, sports performance, and personal training. This wide-ranging experience has equipped him to work with a diverse clientele with varying needs and goals.
KC holds a Health & Wellness Coaching certification from the American Fitness Professionals and Associates and a Personal Training certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM). He values building trust and open communication with clients to foster a collaborative relationship focused on comprehensive health and wellness improvement.
He firmly believes in meeting clients where they are in their journey—honoring their individual needs, circumstances, and capacity. KC understands that many people are simply trying to do their best while navigating the demands of daily life, and that health, exercise, and wellness can often take a back seat.
His coaching philosophy promotes incremental habit changes, realistic action planning, and sustainable expectations—a combination that, over time, leads to meaningful improvements in mental, physical, and overall well-being.
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Coach | Performance Specialist
Alex Diggory is a seasoned strength and conditioning coach with over a decade of experience helping athletes and individuals unlock their physical potential through science-backed training and movement mastery.
A graduate of West Chester University with a degree in Kinesiology, Alex not only excelled in the classroom—he helped launch the university’s strength and conditioning program, working directly with the Football and Men’s & Women’s Track and Field teams. A lifelong competitor, Alex also played collegiate rugby for West Chester and continued at the semi-professional level with the Chicago Griffins Men’s Rugby Club.
From 2010 to 2015, Alex sharpened his craft as a Sports Performance Coach at Titus Sports Academy, working with athletes across sports and levels to improve strength, speed, and durability. He went on to co-found Atlas Peak Performance, where he currently serves as Co-Owner and Director of Strength & Conditioning, designing high-performance training systems for clients ranging from youth athletes to pros.
Alex holds elite certifications, including CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist), USAW Level 1, and USATF Level 1, and is widely respected for his attention to detail, movement-first approach, and relentless commitment to athlete development.
At Resilience Fitness & Sports Performance, Alex brings his expertise and coaching mindset to our virtual training team—helping clients become stronger, smarter, and more resilient, no matter where they’re starting from.
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Director of Mental Health & Curriculum Development
Dr. Jacqueline Atunrase is a licensed clinical psychologist and mental health leader with a deep commitment to helping individuals—of all ages—build the emotional tools, mindset, and resilience needed to thrive in life, fitness, and performance.
With a background in education and a PhD in Clinical and School Psychology from the University of Virginia, Dr. Atunrase brings a unique blend of warmth, insight, and evidence-based practice to her work. She began her professional journey as a classroom teacher, which ignited her passion for whole-person development and ultimately led her to pursue clinical psychology as a way to impact lives on a deeper level.
Today, she serves as the Assistant Clinical Director of the School-Based Mental Health Program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, where she leads clinical teams and supports system-level care across diverse populations. Her experience spans therapy, supervision, curriculum development, and integrated care—equipping her with the tools to support individuals managing stress, anxiety, trauma, performance challenges, and lifestyle change.
At Resilience Fitness & Sports Performance, Dr. Atunrase serves as Director of Mental Health & Curriculum Development, where she ensures that mental health is woven into every program—from fitness and nutrition coaching to athletic development and mindset training. She co-leads the development of The Playbook, the company’s mental fitness program, and helps ensure that all services reflect holistic, trauma-informed, and psychologically sound practices for both youth and adults.
Jacqueline is passionate about making mental health education more accessible, relatable, and integrated into everyday routines. She believes that when people are supported mentally, they show up stronger—physically, emotionally, and personally.
