BattleWolf Crossfit Athlete Spotlight
Name: Melinda Sue Valdez
Nickname: Mindy
Hometown: Donna, Tx. Puro 956!
Occupation/Major: Texas State Alum, Bachelor of Science in Nutrition & Foods
When did you start crossfitting?
I started CrossFit the summer of 2012 but didn’t get competitive until I started a Ladies Lifting class in San Marcos in late 2013 that really inspired me to lift heavy & try to beat the boys.
How did you hear about BattleWolf Crossfit and why did you decide to start crossfit?
I heard about BattleWolf CrossFit through a smokin’ man friend I was seeing & dropped in with him pretty regularly. I joined in March 2018 after the gym I was attending closed. Destiny.
What are some of your goals in and outside of crossfit?
Inside of CrossFit:
-Handstand hold/walks
-Ring muscle ups
-Butterfly pull ups, so I won’t be out there embarrassing the squad with kipping pull ups at competitions
Outside of CrossFit:
-Run 5ks like my Dad
-Romwod every day
-Get into nursing school!
-Be the person my dog thinks I am
Describe your diet?
I’ve been a vegetarian since early 2016. It’s something I’m really passionate about.
What/Who motivates or inspires you?
My parents. They are the best people I know. They have been amazing role models of love, friendship, hard work, & doing what is right, not what is easy. If I am half the person they are, I will be in good shape.
What would you tell people who are looking to start crossfit?
~Just do it! I have made so many friends through CrossFit, improved my quality of life, & inspired family to be active. My only regret is not starting sooner!
Hobbies outside of crossfit?
~ My favorite hobby is CrossFit! I also enjoy spending time with my friends, doing anything outdoors, Bachelor viewing party Mondays, cooking, & catering to my fur child Haven.
Favorite Motivational Quote and why?
“You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.”
Every day is a new opportunity to spread a little good!
Favorite Cheat Meal?
Currently, I have been going pretty hard with the Halo Top ice creams! Also, hot Cheetos & cheese!
Three must have workout songs are….
-I Wanna Dance With Somebody, Whitney Houston
-Échame La Culpa, Luis Fonsi & Demi Lovato
-Anything Blink 182
Assault Bike or Burpees?
Burpees. All day. Every day.
Tell us something that people may not know about you?
I’m an identical twin! (I’m the cool one)
