Howard Oster has been working as a Muscle Activation Techniques (MAT) Certified Specialist since early 2003, and earned the Master Specialist certification in 2006. Howard began his career as an ACE fitness trainer in 1999, and his continued studies of advanced biomechanics through the Resistance Training Specialist (RTS) Program earned him the RTS Mastery certification in 2006. His interest in biomechanics, health, and fitness originated from the two years he spent as an occupational therapy student at the University of Illinois from 1997-1999. Striving to provide the very best and most beneficial services to his clients, Howard regularly attends MAT and RTS Mastery courses to advance his skills and knowledge, and to remain on the cutting edge of his field.