Dr. Mike
DeBord, DC
Bridging clinical experience, exercise science, and practical strategies for strength, rehabilitation, and healthy aging.
Science-informed education. Real-world experience.
Dr. Mike DeBord is a retired chiropractic physician, educator, entrepreneur, and President & CEO of B3 Sciences. With decades of experience in healthcare, human performance, and business leadership, he has dedicated his career to helping people improve their health and quality of life. Today, he is at the forefront of advancing Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training and Bio-Logical Exercise, educating healthcare professionals, fitness experts, and individuals on innovative approaches to building strength, supporting healthy aging, improving physical performance, and making exercise more effective and accessible.
A cum laude graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic, Dr. Mike operated a chiropractic and performance rehabilitation clinic serving more than 300 patients weekly and served as Team Chiropractor for Wright State University.
Today, he focuses on helping healthcare and fitness professionals understand and apply blood flow restriction (BFR) training. Through certification education, presentations, and consulting, he connects exercise science with practical approaches to strength, rehabilitation, and human performance.
Bio-Logical Exercise
Rethinking Exercise. Understanding the Body. Training Smarter.
What if exercise could be approached differently—not simply by pushing harder or training longer, but by better understanding how the body responds to movement and physical stress?
In his upcoming book, Bio-Logical Exercise, Dr. Mike DeBord explores a different perspective on exercise, drawing on his experience in chiropractic care, rehabilitation, human performance, and blood flow restriction training. The book examines the principles behind a more intentional approach to exercise and challenges conventional assumptions about training, strength, and healthy aging.
Signature Speaking Topics
Bio-Logical Exercise
Exploring a science-informed approach to exercise, adaptation, and efficient training.
Blood Flow Restriction Training
The principles, applications, and practical considerations behind BFR training.
Strength & Longevity
How strength-focused movement fits into healthy aging and long-term physical function.
BFR in Rehabilitation
Considerations for healthcare professionals integrating BFR into appropriate clinical settings.
Smarter Strength Training
Rethinking exercise intensity, recovery, and performance-focused programming.
From Research to Practice
Translating exercise research into accessible education for clinicians, trainers, and wellness audiences.
Conferences, Associations & Events
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- Advanced Orthopedics of Oklahoma — 2020
- American Naturopathic Medical Association — 2021–Current
- ANJC — 2026
- Be HEALTHY UTAH — 2024
- BioMed Expo — 2022–Current
- CanFitPro — 2024
- ChiroMI — 2026
- Colorado Chiropractic Association — 2024, 2025
- Energy Healing Conference — 2023
- Energy Healing Conference – Utah — 2024
- FCA – Florida SE Regional — 2026
- Fetterman Chiropractic Events — 2022–Current
- Forward Thinking Chiropractic Alliance — 2023
- IDEA Fit — 2023, 2024
- Oklahoma OATA — 2025
- Oregon Chiropractic Association — 2026
- St. George Senior Games — 2024, 2025
- Trinity Health Expo — 2023
- WASC — 2026
- The Wellness Show – Vancouver — 2023
- Wisconsin Society of Chiropractic — 2024, 2025
- Wisconsin WATA — 2025
Career & Credentials
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Professional Experience
Leads BFR education and distribution, teaches professional certification courses, presents nationally, and consults with sports organizations.
Oversaw operations and growth for a superfood distribution business operating in 12 countries.
Directed product development and business operations for a health and performance company.
Managed operations, partnerships, and educational initiatives.
Operated a 5,000-square-foot clinic with eight employees and more than 300 weekly patients. Served as Team Chiropractor for Wright State University.
Education
Areas of Expertise
Additional BFR Experience
Nine years of hands-on BFR experience, seven years educating clinical professionals on BFR implementation, review of more than 1,000 scientific papers and reviews, and consulting with high school, collegiate, Olympic, and professional sports teams.
Languages
English and Spanish.
Education Beyond the Stage
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Podcasts, Interviews & White Papers
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Featured Podcast Appearances
ISSA: Blood Flow Restriction Training
Episode 169 featuring Dr. Mike and the topic of BFR training.
Explore podcasts →Todd Durkin & Dr. Mike
Discussion of blood flow restriction and BFR band training.
Explore podcasts →Beyond the Burn with Chris Duffin
A BFR-focused conversation featuring Dr. Mike.
Explore podcasts →ANMA: Benefits of BFR Training
Dr. Mike discusses blood flow restriction training.
Explore podcasts →Featured BFR White Papers
BFR Exercise for Anti-Aging
A signal-based approach to strength and healthy aging.
View white papers →BFR Exercise for Blood Pressure
Exploring a Bio-Logical signal-based approach.
View white papers →BFR for High-Altitude Performance
Using blood flow restriction in preparation for high-altitude expeditions.
View white papers →How Overtraining Drains Your Energy
A discussion of traditional exercise stress and BFR.
View white papers →Exercise-Induced Lactate & Immune Function
Bio-Logical Exercise and the immune system.
View white papers →BFR, Testosterone & Bio-Logical Exercise
Exploring exercise-related biological signaling.
View white papers →Testimonials From Healthcare Professionals
See What Attendees Are Saying
The BFR seminar by Dr. DeBord is very well presented and easy to understand and implement. I am excited about the new way to exercise in a short period of time and get better results than the old long grueling painful exercises of the past. Since almost everyone can do this in 10 to 20 minutes and get all the benefits of exercise, I encourage everyone to get on the bands.
I attended Dr Mike's seminar on BFR in Milwaukee. I have to say it was one of the best courses I could have attended in a long time. I was flabbergasted that this type of workout system has not been available and Dr. Mike did an EXCELLENT job of explaining the science and the methods of BFR. I am completely on board and will be implementing this in my office.
One of the most interesting seminars I’ve taken in the past 28 years. The information is immediately applicable to patients in a meaningful and profound way. Straightforward, simple and researched to be both safe and effective. Highly recommended.
The B3 BFR Certification Course has helped me to become more like a pro in this new revolutionary way to workout and exercise. It gives a deeper level of comprehension so I can educate others on the benefits of blood flow resistance (BFR), so lives can be changed.
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