Compared to the challenges or raising an autistic child, weightlifting is a relief.

Melanie Roach (born December 15 1974 in The Dalles Oregon) is an Olympic weightlifter for the United States. Roach is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She placed 6th out of 9.

After reconstructive surgery Melanie Roach slowly became interested in weightlifting. She placed 6th out of 9. She is 5'2" and 117 lbs.