M2 Coach
Casey Mendrala
Casey holds a Bachelor's degree in Exercise and Movement Science from Springfield College and is a certified personal trainer through ACE and NASM. When not working or training, Casey loves to disconnect from the hustle and bustle by spending time outdoors and embracing nature with her dogs.
Education
Bachelors of Movement Science from Springfield College, Precision Nutrition Level 1, Crossfit Level 1, Crossfit Endurance/Aerobic Capacity, Crossfit Gymnastics, NASM Personal Training, ACE Personal Training
Casey holds a Bachelor's degree in Exercise and Movement Science from Springfield College and is a certified personal trainer through ACE and NASM. She is also a Precision Nutrition Level 1 and 2 coach, certified in Sleep and Stress, as well as a Functional Nutrition Therapy Practitioner (FNTP) with the Nutritional Therapy Institute.
Additionally, Casey has earned multiple CrossFit certifications, including Level 1 and 2, Endurance, and Goal Setting. With a competitive background as a D1 soccer player, regional-level CrossFit athlete, and endurance racer, including podium finishes in triathlons and three official 100-mile finishes, Casey brings both expertise and experience to her coaching.
For Casey, the most rewarding part of coaching is helping clients become the version of themselves they aspire to be, unlocking new levels of performance they didn’t think possible. She loves working with clients who are open-minded, willing to have honest conversations, and focused on health or performance goals. She also has a soft spot for those new to the fitness and nutrition world, guiding them through foundational learning and growth.
When not working or training, Casey enjoys disconnecting from the hustle and bustle by spending time outdoors, hiking in the woods, and embracing nature with her dogs!
Client Testimonials
Corey Hill
"There are so many words of thanks or lessons learned I could talk about since I started working with M2 and Casey! Although PR's and fat loss are fun and glamorous, I think the biggest takeaway I've gotten so far is that taking a few steps back can be exactly what you need to move forward. I've always been full steam ahead with health and fitness with the idea of slowing down a sign of failure. I now know that I needed to slow down, de-stress, sleep more, workout LESS, and learn to listen to my self and my body to truly feel and perform better. Little by little, I've learned it's less about what I put in my mouth but how I feel about what I eat (hi, untracked meals shouldn't feel guilty) and building tools for a lifetime of health and not a quick turnaround or fad diet. I am SO thankful that Casey and M2 have been there to support that idea every step of the way!"
Laura Wilson
"My experience with M2 has been everything I wanted and need! I'm so thankful for the complete overhaul of not just my nutrition, but also my lifestyle and mindset!"
Jennifer S.
"Casey has been an amazing coach. She is very knowledgeable, intentional and helpful. Every time we talked, Casey asked me questions that encouraged me to really think about my health and fitness goals. I appreciate her so much!"
Casey's Posts
How to Track Macros | Protein
Did you know there is a difference between the weight of food when it’s raw and when it’s cooked? Raw food loses on average 25% volume once it is cooked as water evaporates away. That water loss will vary depending on cooking method, how long you cook your food, the amount of water in that food, etc, but for simplicity sake, let’s call it 25%. This can make accurately tracking your macros for protein a little tricky. We've outlined some of the common mistakes people make when logging your macros into MyFitnessPal and a few easy ways to avoid those missteps in the future.
Should YOU Go Gluten Free?
Ever been at a restaurant and seen the “GF” sign next to a dish? What does it mean exactly? Is it healthier than the other dishes? Gluten free labels are popping up more and more these days. Should you go gluten free? We’re here to break down the science behind going gluten free and help you decide whether or not it’s right for you.
