Melissa's Bio

Education/ Certifications:

• BS degree in Biological Science
• American Council on Exercise (ACE) Nationally Certified Personal Trainer
• National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Corrective Exercise Specialist
• Certified Sound Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (SASTM) Provider
• Certified CPR and AED Healthcare Provider
• American-Style Kickboxing 1st degree Black Belt
• Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Blue Belt
• Sports Nutrition Certificate
• Egoscue Posture, Pain & Performance Certificate
• Former Emergency Medical Technician

Professional organizations:

• IDEA Health and Fitness Association
• National Academy of Sports Medicine
• American Council on Exercise
• San Diego East County Chamber of Commerce                                                     

Syndicated fitness column/ published work has appeared in:

• San Diego Woman Magazine
• Living Better Magazine
• East County Gazette
• East County News
• Presidio Sentinel
• East County Californian & Alpine Sun
• Hillcrest News
• Del Mar Times & Solana Beach Sun
• Update

Volunteer work:

• Medical fitness professional for the Rehab United Sports Medicine Physical Therapy Center
• Team Optimum Condition participates in various charity events throughout the year