September Athletes of the Month

We are excited to introduce our Mighty Oak Athletic September Athletes of the Month, Camryn and Cameron, who will each receive a $300 gift card from our community partner, lululemon Oak Brook.

These athletes have demonstrated exceptional consistency in training, dedication to their sports, and commitment to academics. They've also gone above and beyond to support others in the gym, fostering the warm and positive environment we cherish at Mighty Oak Athletic.

Camryn

- Age: 16

- Sports: Swimming and Water Polo

- Hometown and School: Darien, IL; Hinsdale South High School; Rise Aquatic Club

- Experience: Swimming for 10 years; Water Polo for 1 year

- Goals:

Short-term: Focus on dropping time in races, improving turns, and enhancing strength and endurance at Mighty Oak.

Long-term: Achieve a State Cut Time, swim in college, and eventually teach and coach swimming.

- Fun Facts:

- Enjoys hanging out with friends.

- Favorite athlete: Michael Jordan.

- Pre-race ritual: Jumps up and down four times before each race.

Cameron

- Age: 15

- Sport: Baseball

- Hometown and School: Darien, IL; Hinsdale South High School; currently playing Westmont Fall Ball

- Experience: Playing baseball for 8 years

- Goals:

Short-term: Play more baseball and improve his skills.

Long-term: Aspire to play at higher levels.

- Fun Facts:

- Favorite athlete: Patrick Wisdom of the Chicago Cubs because he hits bombs—a player he aims to emulate.

We are proud of their accomplishments and grateful for the positive impact they've made on our community.

Keep up the fantastic work!

Coach Mike Ockrim

Meet the Mighty Oak

Coach Mike Ockrim is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), USA Weightlifting Level 1 Coach, MovNat Level 1 Coach, and founder of Mighty Oak Athletic, a youth strength and conditioning facility in Westmont, Illinois, serving student athletes and families across DuPage County and the western Chicago suburbs.

His “Be strong to be useful” philosophy and Death Resistant framework — Recovery, Movement, and Nutrition — anchor MOA’s programs and his work as a keynote speaker for schools, athletic departments, and community organizations.

Michael has more than 30 years of training experience, has been a group fitness instructor at Life Time Athletic for over 8 years, and is a second-degree black belt in USA Taekwondo. He is also the founder of Sunday Funday Sports, a youth sports nonprofit, and is pursuing a culinary degree at College of DuPage to sharpen his expertise in performance nutrition for young athletes.

Michael is the author of three books, all available on Amazon:

Death Resistant: A Common Sense Guide to Live Long and Drop Dead Healthy — https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KBJXCQH

13 Pounds in 30 Days

Mighty Oak Athletic Nutrition — https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFTDM4K4

To book Coach Mike for a speaking engagement or learn about MOA’s youth strength and conditioning programs, email strength@mightyoakathletic.com or CLICK HERE.

Disclaimer: This content is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or qualified health provider with questions about a medical condition, nutrition plan, or fitness program.

http://www.MichaelOckrim.com
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