M2 Coach
Casey Higgins
Meet Casey — a coach who brings consistency, compassion, and deep expertise to every client she supports.
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Physical Education with a concentration in Exercise Science and a minor in Sports Management, Certified Nutrition Coach – Nutritional Coaching Institute (NCI), M2PN Certification Series, CrossFit Level 2, CPR/AED – Adult, Child, and Infant – ProTrainings
Clients Describe Her As:
Consistent, Available, Problem-solver
Favorite Quote:
“For a seed to achieve its greatest expression, it must come completely undone. The shell cracks, its insides come out and everything changes. To someone who doesn't understand growth, it would look like complete destruction.” — Cynthia Occelli
A coach with M2 since 2017, Casey brings consistency, compassion, and deep expertise to every client she supports. With a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education (Exercise Science concentration) from Old Dominion University, a minor in Sports Management, and certifications in hormone health, metabolism, and gut biology, she blends science with heart in everything she does.
Casey’s coaching philosophy is rooted in long-term growth, not short-term extremes. Whether you’re a high-performing athlete, a busy parent, or someone trying to repair their relationship with food, Casey meets you where you are, offering practical strategies, emotional support, and the accountability to make real change stick.
For Casey, the most rewarding part of coaching is watching clients rediscover their confidence, improve their mental health, and reach milestones they once thought were out of reach.
“The opportunity to be a part of someone's journey to better health, providing support and education, and watching them grow, is what makes this work so meaningful.”
Outside of coaching, Casey is a mom, a former Division I field hockey player, and the wife of a firefighter. Having lived the demands of shift work and unpredictable schedules by her husband’s side, she knows firsthand how to navigate nutrition, performance, and wellness in real life, not just on paper. She enjoys moving her body in many ways, especially CrossFit classes and long bike rides. When it’s time to slow down, you’ll find her curled up with her husband, kids, and two pups, cheering on Notre Dame football (a lifelong tradition), proudly rooting for the Washington Commanders, or watching nearly every Phillies game.
Client Testimonials
Melissa B.
"I was paired with the perfect coach for me, she taught me from the ground up and cleared up so many myths and misinformation I have learned over the years. She was so very patient and supportive the entire time. The information I have learned is invaluable and will help me continue my weight loss journey. If I need a coach again, this is exactly where I will come back to. I 100% trust their knowledge ."
Robin Nickel
"For 30 years, I have been a group fitness instructor, personal trainer, and performance athlete. I joined a Cross Fit box in 2017 and quickly recognized that my nutrition required a total makeover. Casey Dolan from M2Performance Nutrition restructured my approach and took the time to understand my previous history and relationship with food. Casey quickly earned my trust as a subject matter expert, as a competitor, and as a person. A continuous feedback process allowed Casey to make real-time adjustments in response to my performance and energy levels during training and during my recovery days. I began to enjoy food and eat for energy and performance. As a result, I added 10 pounds of muscle weight, increased my strength and overall performance, and finished in the top 150 globally in my age group in 2018. Invest in yourself by adding Casey to your high-performance team."
Brittney H.
"My experience was amazing, Casey’s knowledge has changed my life! I’m so grateful for my experience, and everything she has taught me."
Casey's Posts
Clean Up Your Sleep Hygiene and Have a Better Night's Sleep
Getting 8 hours of sleep each night can be tough. How do you quiet the noise of the day so that you can get to sleep and stay asleep? Barring any hormonal issues, a great place to start is developing a “Power Down Routine.”
The Hardest Type of "Transformation" | Part 1
This post is a two part series about the longer journey to happiness that sometimes happens in nutrition coaching. Part 1 will deal with a hypothetical journey of a client signing up and their physical and emotional journey. Part 2 will deal with a REAL LIFE version of that journey with 4X Crossfit Games athlete Mekenzie Riley. A small preview of Part 2 can be found at the end of this post.
