Ryan is one of the Co-Founders of Synaptyx Health and Performance Systems and Synaptyx Physical Medicine. He earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic Medicine degree from National University of Health Sciences, as well as a Bachelors degree in Exercise Science from Illinois State University. After wrestling in college, he turned his focus to training and coaching. His body of work includes time spent working with multiple NCAA Division I strength and conditioning programs, physical therapy, and personal training. In his spare time he enjoys training at the gym, hiking, climbing, fishing, and reading.