Ryan's interest in physical activity was sparked by his introduction to squash as a teen. However, after a string of injuries forced him to take a break from the sport, he decided to pursue his Kinesiology degree to better understand the mechanics behind his injuries. After many years of inactivity, Ryan's first-hand experience with injury recovery, coupled with his education, taught him that rest alone doesn't lead to recovery but rather a combination of rest and adequate movement that helps your body help itself.

Ryan has a holistic approach to health, believing it encompasses more than just working out and eating well, and includes how you nourish your mind as well. In his own life, Ryan has found that the only way to get away from the distractions of the modern world and truly care for both his physical and mental health is to be outdoors, exposing himself to the full spectrum of emotions and senses that humans were designed to experience, embodying the ethos of Restore Human.

To Ryan, exercise isn't a means to an end, but rather an opportunity to challenge oneself, engage with like-minded people, and move the way our bodies have evolved to move with the bonus of getting healthier along the way.