Outside of the lab, Lea enjoys spending time with her husband, Scott, and their two daughters, Laralyn and Charleigh. On weekends, the Michel family can often be found having fun at one of Rochester's amazing festivals, public markets, museums, or restaurants. . .or shopping at Target. Lea does not really enjoy running or working out, but does it anyway, because it's good for her. She is also a huge fan of Diet Dr. Pepper. 

Lea is a huge fan of the television show Gilmore Girls. She even joined her friend at the first ever Gilmore Girls Festival in Connecticut. Can you spot her in this GG selfie?