Melissa Mattson

Marching Band, Drum and Bugle Corps, Cuban Salsa, and 4 years of CrossFit! I have never played any “sports” before CrossFit but now consider myself an athlete. I have been powerlifting for 4 years consistently and it is deeply ingrained as a part of my life. If I don’t lift something heavy for more than a week I get really sad. I love the constant challenge and victories of learning new movements. Next challenge is to get a muscle up in the next year!

Fun fact: I make my children do burpees as punishment. I will pull over the car to do it. I’ve even ordered burpees in the principal’s office. Do not mess with me!

Favorite athletic accomplishment:

• Favorite Athletic Achievement: Hmmm…I estimate that I danced for over 20 hours at last year’s San Francisco Salsa Festival. Does that count?