Joanna Riggle, Cscs, FST-L3
Executive Performance Consultant | Lifestyle Integration Specialist | Alignment Coach
BUILDING THE FITTEST LEADERS.
ALIGNMENT FIRST. PROGRESS ALWAYS!
Joanna Doesn’t just coach alignment. She embodies it.
Wife. Leader. Educator. High-performance practitioner.
Joanna’s not here to give you more to do, she’s here to help you reclaim your capacity to do what actually matters.
With over a decade of experience guiding ambitious leaders through seasons of burnout, reinvention, and transformation, Joanna brings more than strategy—she brings lived clarity.
She’s walked through the fire of over-functioning. Now, she helps others lead from flow, not force.
This isn’t mindset coaching.
This is behavioral alignment.
This is execution with integrity.
Armed with the Birkman Method and the Next Level Alignment Assessment, over a decade of high-level coaching expertise, and a results-first framework grounded in the Next Level Five Pillars, Joanna equips clients to shift from surviving to thriving—in business, in the body, in the home.
No more white-knuckling your way through life.
With Joanna, alignment becomes your baseline.
Progress becomes the byproduct.
THE NEXT LEVEL MISSION
Empower leaders to reclaim their Peace, Presence and Power.
Next Level Performance Consulting was founded in 2011 to serve high achievers who’ve sacrificed themselves in pursuit of success. Mycal built it to rewrite that pattern.
From individual coaching to organizational strategy, we help leaders and teams eliminate friction, embrace honest conflict, and stop the culture of quiet quitting. When the right people are in the right roles doing the right work, everything accelerates. Teams execute. Leaders thrive.
THE NEXT LEVEL CODE
Alignment First. Progress Always!
The broken fourth star in the logo tells the story. Inspired by Mycal’s military background, the stars reflect a continual pursuit of excellence across four domains: physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual being. The fourth remains unfinished because we’re never done. The process is the point.
WHERE HE’S BEEN FEATURED
Voyage Phoenix, Shoutout Arizona, Progress Always Podcast
CREDENTIALS
- Birkman Certified Consultant
- B.S. Exercise & Wellness, Arizona State
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NSCA-Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
Built for the Fittest Leaders
in Business & Life
Corporate executives. Entrepreneurs. Industry disruptors.
When alignment becomes your baseline, performance becomes inevitable.
Aligned Leaders. Undeniable Results.
BEFORE WORKING WITH MYCAL & NEXT LEVEL, I STRUGGLED WITH OVERTHINKING AND EMOTIONAL OVERWHELM.
I've gained clarity, accountability, and sustained progress, not just short bursts of motivation. What sets this coaching apart is the face-to-face connection, deep assessments, and actionable insights. I now lead with more authenticity, take meaningful risks, and embrace real growth. If you’re on the fence, trust the process and show up fully. You’ll see results.
Nicole S
Matrix Fitness USA
I CAME TO NEXT LEVEL LOST IN GRIEF, UNSURE OF WHO I WAS OR WHAT I EVEN WANTED.
This process didn’t just change my habits — it rebuilt me. Mentally, physically, and spiritually. Since joining, I’ve increased my income by 30%, healed key relationships, and stepped into the courage to run for public office. I found my voice. Next Level taught me to lead with presence, own my power, and fall in love with the process. The impact touches every part of my life.
Kylie B
Candidate AZ House of Representatives
Before working with Mycal, consistency was a struggle.
Now, I show up consistently and am in the best shape of my life at 61. The workouts are always fun and varied, which keeps me engaged. I’ve learned that strength breeds confidence, and confidence pays dividends in all aspects of life. I trust Mycal completely—when he says 10 reps, I do 10. Mycal knows what he’s doing, and I’m living proof of the results.
John K
Annabelle Investments
Before coaching, I struggled with confidence and trusting my voice.
Through this process, I’ve learned to share my thoughts confidently. The hot seat sessions offered great opportunities for self-reflection, while the Birkman Assessment helped me understand my strengths and areas for improvement in communication. I also realized that some of us are in survival mode, while others thrive—understanding where we are on that spectrum is key to personal growth. This coaching has empowered me to step into my potential.
Lexy K
Real Estate Agent
I was holding myself back; comfortable, but underperforming
Next Level didn’t just hold me accountable — it challenged me to scale with integrity. Since I started coaching, I’ve grown my company from $2–4M to over $10–15M annually and redefined success beyond numbers. This work reshaped how I lead, live, and love. Our team now thrives on the very principles I had to embody first: ownership, alignment, and discipline. If you’re ready to stop coasting and start becoming — this is your path.
Mike K.
Custom Controls AZ
Before coaching, I struggled with career clarity.
Through working with Mycal, I gained the courage to pursue the path I truly wanted. The regular 1-1 sessions were invaluable in helping me stay accountable and take action. This coaching has allowed me to lean into my strengths and show up as my true self. If you’re considering coaching, be ready to do the work and take action—this process will hold you accountable.
Matt S
Smithwick Performance
Before coaching, I felt stuck and alone in my career.
With Mycal’s guidance, I’ve more than doubled my income, built a consistent client base, and improved communication in my personal life. The workshops in the Leader’s Forum helped me gain clarity and solve problems effectively. I’ve experienced tremendous personal and professional growth, boosting my confidence and skills. If you’re ready to play the long game and reach your potential, Mycal and the Leader’s Forum are the way to go.
Joanna Riggs
Stretch for Strength
Why Top Leaders Trust Mycal Anders
Elite performers don’t need more motivation. They need alignment, clarity, strategy and execution. That’s where I come in.
For over 25 years, I’ve helped leaders eliminate stress, optimize performance, and build a life that aligns with their ambition. The Next Level approach is direct, empathetic and built around real results.
Why High Achievers Work with Me:
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25+ Years in High-Performance Coaching & Leadership
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Marine Corps Veteran with a Mission-Driven Mindset
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Creator of the Executive Athlete Method
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Clients include Fortune 100 execs, 8-figure entrepreneurs, and industry icons
This isn’t about motivation. It’s about alignment.
It’s time to train like an athlete. Lead like a powerhouse. And scale without sacrifice.
Inner Circle: Focus & Fulfillment Habits of the Enlightened
by Mycal Anders, MS, CSCS
This book isn’t for those who think they have it all figured out. It’s for those willing to challenge their own beliefs, rethink what’s “working,” and embrace new perspectives that lead to real growth. If you’re open to being wrong, ready to evolve, and searching for something beyond surface-level success, Inner Circle will give you the tools, mindset, and awareness to level up—not just in performance, but in life.