Melissa Bush is beginning his first year as Head Cross Country Coach at Wesleyan College.

 

Bush is an avid runner who has been involved with the sport for the last 12 years. A certified personal trainer, she has competed in a number of 5K road races is currently training for her first half marathon.

 

Her training experience has covered a wide range of athletes from runners to football players. She holds certification from International Sports and Sciences as well as serving as a Personal Training Instructor for the American Professional Institute. Some of her focuses with clients include weight loss, strength, flexibility, balance, endurance and speed.

 

Bush will be teaching several classes this year: Anatomy & Physiology, Sports Psychology, Exercise Physiology, Nutrition, and Business Management.