Michelle initially joined CrossFit to become a stronger and faster runner. Her efforts in the gym not only improved her running, but increased her overall fitness. Being a member of the CrossFit Hakkapeliitta community has also benefited her family and life outside of the gym as she has become a healthier and happier version of herself. Michelle’s husband and oldest daughter are also members of the gym.

As a coach, Michelle enjoys learning, and sharing her enthusiasm for fitness and health with the other members. She is passionate about the CrossFit methodology, with its focus on functional fitness and its inclusiveness. Regardless of where a person is on their fitness journey they can benefit from CrossFit!

Michelle’s professional background is in education and environmental science. She has a B.S. in Applied Ecology and Environmental Science and a M.S. in Applied Science in Education, both from Michigan Tech.

In her free time she enjoys reading and many forms of outdoor recreation, preferably near or along the shores of Lake Superior.