CASEY BATZ Is SEPTEMBER Member Of The Month!

Member of the Month: Casey!

If you’ve ever stepped into Croga during an afternoon class or Sunday morning session, chances are you’ve seen Casey putting in the work. Representing eBay, Casey joined us in September 2024 and has been an absolute joy to have in our community ever since. Known around the gym for being an incredible runner and an even better person, her positive attitude, kindness, and hard work inspire everyone around her.

Casey’s fitness journey with Croga started in a memorable way—during an eBay-sponsored partner workout alongside Nigel. In her own words: “I didn’t realize how competitive Nigel was, and he spent the whole time pushing me to go faster! I left thinking it was hard, but in a good way.”

Fast forward to today, and Casey has built impressive strength, toned her arms and legs, and noticeably leveled up her core stability. She’s shifted her mindset around strength training entirely, discovering a new love for free weights over traditional gym machines.

Casey has already crushed one of her biggest goals of the year while recovering from a planned surgery and getting back to her normal routine in just two weeks thanks to her foundation of strength! Now, she’s only one month away from achieving her second goal: hitting 10 months in the Committed Club!

When did you join Croga?

Sept 2024

What were you doing before for fitness?

Running – I’ve run a lot of half marathons and a few marathons.

What was your first workout? First reaction to your first workout?

It was an eBay sponsored class and a partner workout. Nigel was my partner – I didn’t realize how competitive he was and he spent the whole time pushing me to go faster. I left thinking it was hard but in a good way.

What improvements have you seen in the way you look, feel, and perform?

I’ve definitely gained strength. I think my legs and arms are more toned. My core is definitely stronger.

What days and times do you come to Croga?

I like the Mon and Wed noon classes. Tues and Thurs either 3:30 or 4:30. Friday’s at 5:30 and Sundays at 9 am.

What’s your favorite WOD?

Almost any Hyrox class (minus the 100 wall balls). I feel like it’s a total body workout.

What’s your least favorite WOD?

Clean and Jerks – mainly cleans. I need a lot more practice dropping under the bar.

“The Casey” WOD! What would it be?

Hyrox. Get some running, some legs, core work, a little upper body…

What’s your favorite post-workout routine?

A good stretch, hot shower and a protein shake.

What’s been your favorite culinary discovery since joining Croga?

Pumpkin Oatmeal Protein balls.

What’s your biggest fitness goal for this year?

2 things: (1) I knew I needed surgery this year, so I wanted to ensure I could get through the surgery with enough strength to get back to a normal routine within 2 weeks and (2) try for 10 months of the committed club. First one done. One more month to complete goal 2.

What do you love about this type of fitness?

I love the variety, no two workouts are the same.

What words of advice do you have for new members or people considering joining Croga?

Give yourself grace and keep moving forward. The workouts are as easy or as hard as you want to make. If you want a hard work-out, add a little more weight or push yourself to run a little faster. Feeling sluggish – lighter weights. The community is what makes Croga great.

Anything to add that we didn’t touch on yet?

I’ve belonged to gyms, had trainers – I never thought I would love building strength without machines and only using free weights.