[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]The only thing that Melanie loves more than riding her bike is getting other folks riding bikes, too! Melanie’s life goal is to build healthier and happier communities by educating and inspiring others to become more mindful and active. Her passion for cycling and mentoring others to reach their fitness goals has helped build Bismarck/Mandan and North Dakota’s cycling and triathlon community. She is a six-time All American triathlete, a physical therapist, wellbeing speaker, worksite wellness consultant, and author of “Running with the Antelope: Life, Fitness, and Grit on the Northern Plains.” As a certified RETUL bike fit professional at 701 Cycle & Sport in Bismarck and a master cycle trainer for Team ICG North America, she keeps the cycling community going strong. Melanie is excited to be a part of 2022 Race Across America as an ambassador for North Dakota and is eager to raise awareness and funding for Gaia Home, knowing it will offer families comfort and support in end-of-life care. Fun Fact: Melanie warms up for her Sunday rides by playing piano for services at Corpus Christi church.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Donate to Melanie’s Cause” style=”flat” shape=”square” color=”danger” size=”lg” align=”center” button_block=”true” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Flovesweatandgears.net%2Fdonate|||”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”14330″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]