Early in life Mary Ellen developed a need for hard work and dedication, giving her the drive that continues even today, where she works seventy-five to eighty hours per week and never gets bored. She received her BS degree in Education from Northern Michigan University. During college she was involved in many leadership boards and activities. Mary Ellen was also a resident assistant and cheerleader. After graduating, she taught many different subjects, mostly in Physical Education. She enjoys every sport, anything that moves. She has coached many sports including: football, track, basketball, cheerleading, baseball, volleyball and soccer. During her educational career Mary Ellen received many awards including teacher and coach of the year. Mary Ellen has been a strength coach for many teams and is currently strength coaching the El Paso Rhinos Hockey Team. She has also coached many types of individuals, anyone from your weekend warrior to your Olympic athlete, stressing their sports specificity and nutritional demands. Her ideal motivation is �How do you find the champion within each individual.� She also loves to volunteer her time with developing youth, special education and activities throughout the community. She has also created motivational seminars for physician groups and professional teams.