M2 Coach
Casey Mendrala
Meet Casey — a performance-driven coach who blends deep expertise with a grounded, client-first approach.
Education:
Bachelor's of Movement Science from Springfield College, M2PN Certification Series Credentials, Precision Nutrition Level 1, CrossFit Level 1, CrossFit Endurance/Aerobic Capacity, CrossFit Gymnastics, NASM Personal Training, ACE Personal Training
Clients Describe Her As:
Inspirational, Intentional, A Wealth of Knowledge, Invaluable, Detail Oriented
With a Bachelor's degree in Exercise and Movement Science from Springfield College and certifications through ACE, NASM, and Precision Nutrition (Level 1 & 2), Casey brings a comprehensive, evidence-based perspective to her coaching. She’s also a Functional Nutrition Therapy Practitioner (FNTP) and holds advanced credentials in sleep and stress management, ensuring no part of your health is overlooked.
Casey’s athletic background is just as extensive. A former D1 soccer player, regional-level CrossFit competitor, and endurance racer with podium finishes in triathlons and three official 100-mile ultramarathons, she’s lived the mindset, discipline, and strategy it takes to fuel elite performance
But Casey’s true passion lies in helping others discover their potential—whether that means improving daily energy, building strength, or tackling a big goal they never thought possible. She thrives when working with open-minded clients who are ready to do the work, have honest conversations, and commit to progress, not perfection. She also loves guiding beginners through the foundational stages of health and nutrition.
Outside of coaching, Casey finds peace in the outdoors—often hiking through the woods with her dogs and embracing time away from the hustle.
Client Testimonials
Brandi Naylor
"Since working with Casey and M2 I've seen major changes in many aspects of my life. I'm hypothyroid so my energy levels, mood, and appetite have always been a struggle despite being regulated with medication. Over the past few months, my energy levels and mood have stopped swinging wildly. I'm eating a ton of food without packing on a bunch of weight and have had tons of PR's in the process. I can't stress enough how much better I feel!"
Michele Sano
"M2 is the only company that I’ve ever worked with that has such a good pulse on what their clients need. Whether it be tough love and someone saying “Keep going” or patience and someone saying “it’s ok to drop the To-Do List and take care of yourself”"
Linn Nilsson
"Above all this, my mental game is the biggest process. Ive learned that my performance and overall well being is so much more important than any number on the scale, and that food should be something that pushes you forward - not holding you back. Progress takes time; you need to be consistent and not all days are a walk in the park - But the reward of growing a powerful mind and body is all worth it."
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.”
Strategies for Unpacking the "What-if's" in your Nutrition Journey
One of the biggest concerns that clients have around consistency is what to do when they can’t control their meals fully. “What do I do when I’m not 100% in control of the food I’m going to eat? What if I’m not cooking it? What if I can’t use my scale? What if I’m at a restaurant, work dinner, baby shower, picnic, etc.” These ‘what if’s’ can often become bottlenecks to finding consistency. We'll talk through some strategies to employ to find consistency even when you’re not 100% in control of the food you’re eating. We’ll also tackle two important things: understanding your goals and personal nutrition journey and the role of perfectionism and mindset in achieving your goals.
