NAME: Melissa Deal "Liss"
melissaldeal@gmail.com
WEBSITE: http://www.melissadeal.com
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/melissadeal
BIRTHDATE: 2/1/83
PLACE OF BIRTH: Massachusetts
CURRENT RESIDENCE: San Diego
CURRENT OCCUPATION: personal trainer, nutritionist, fitness model
MARITAL STATUS: Single
MEASUREMENTS: 36DD-26-36
HEIGHT: 5`6
WEIGHT: 134
AVERAGE OFF-SEASON WEIGHT: 140
FAVORITE COLOR: Pink
FAVORITE FOOD: Peanut Butter
FAVORITE MOVIE: Serendipity
FAVORITE TYPE OF MUSIC/BANDS: Country, Techno, Hip Hop
FAVORITE QUOTE: Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.
BEST BODY PART: Shoulders
HOBBIES: Cooking, shopping, eating out, learning new things, wine tasting
FAVORITE CHEAT FOODS: Dark chocolate and red wine
WHAT SPORTS DO YOU COMPETE IN: Field Hockey
Why did you become interested in your sport?
As a kid, I used to watch American Gladiators and was fascinated by the strong female characters that were on that show. From that point on, I knew I wanted to be and look like them!
Are there any other physical activities you enjoy to stay fit?
..does shopping count? :)
Something someone wouldn't know about you:
I like to laugh until my stomach hurts!
How long have you been training?
5 years
What was your first show like?
I was so proud of myself that I actually made it through the entire competition prep that I had the biggest grin on my face the entire time! I ended up placing 2nd and it was a great experience.
What do you like and dislike about competing?
I like the structure, discipline and goal-oriented nature of the sport, although I dislike how tired and worn out the prep process can make you feel.
What are your goals in the sport?
My primary goal is to obtain my pro card and hold my own on the pro stage. I also want to be an inspiration to other competitors coming up the ranks, and I enjoy training and helping other girls step on stage.
Competition History and Placings:
07 San Diego Classic
2nd - Class D
07 LA Championships
1st - Class E
Overall Champion
07 USA's
NP - Class E
07 North Americans
5th - Class D
