Melissa Greissing
Melissa Greissing – Assistant Coach - Triathlon
Marathons Completed: 2008 Marine Corps Marathon
Half Marathons Completed: 2005 P.F. Chang’s Rock N Roll Arizona, 2005 Nike Women’s SFO, 2006 HP Houston Half, 2006 Nike Women’s SFO, 2007 ING Georgia, 2007 Detroit Free Press Half, 2007 Las Vegas International Half, 2009 Disney Princess Half
Triathlons Completed: 2008 Aflac Iron Girl Sprint, 2008 Peachtree City Tri Sprint
Misc: 2009 MS 150 Houston to Austin, Texas
Next big event: 2010 Disney’s Goofy Race and Half Challenge
Background and Experience: Melissa is returning for her second season with Get Fit. After training on her own for half marathons over several seasons Melissa signed up for the Aflac IronGirl sprint triathlon without a bike or any idea how to swim except in the backyard. Get Fit provided support and coaching that helped Melissa to a strong rookie finish of 2:20:10!
Get Fit coaches also helped Melissa work up to her first full marathon in 2008. She completed the Marine Corps Marathon in 5:23:04!
Get Fit has also helped Melissa’s half marathons as well. She completed her most recent half nearly 30 minutes faster than her first one!
We are thrilled that Melissa is stepping up to join our team of coaches. She is a true student of fitness and a great resource. She is committed to helping athletes of all levels accomplish their goals.
Melissa works an unusual schedule that often keeps her from our usual weekend long runs or rides. Recognizing she’s not the only one with a “wacky work week” Melissa has volunteered to coordinate long runs or rides on weekdays!
Certifications: CPR and First Aid
