Hi, my name is Melissa. I am a student at NutraPhoria. I am also a Personal Trainer, Exercise Specialist, Nutrition Coach through ISSA! I am currently taking my Bodybuilding Specialist, Corrective Exercise Specialist, and my Strength & Conditioning Specialist Certificates through ISSA. Once I’m done the last three course with ISSA I will be a Master Trainer in fitness.

My career change journey started last year June 2018. I am a CCA by trade. I have worked in the health field for 17 years. My life changed last year when I was hurt on the job. I hurt my knees while using a lift at work. When this happened I decided I wanted a career change. The job I work is really hard on the body. I have a shoulder injury from the job as well. Long story short…I tore both meniscus in both of my knees along with tendons. I had surgery to have them both repaired.

Last year in June 2018 I was also very overweight. After the knee injuries I was told to lose weight that it would help my knees. I lost over 60lbs to date. I still have 20 more pounds to lose to get to my weight loss goal. I lost my weight by portion controlling all my meals.

I have always had a passion for nutrition and the gym. Then I decided I wanted to change my life and other people’s lives. So, here I am! I’m so excited for my new career in the making. Looking forward to meeting lots of new people and helping them become healthier!