October Member of the Month Interview: April Cassady

1. What do you do outside of the gym? Career, hobbies, etc.!

Wife, mama to 6, nanny to 4!

Nurse practitioner for 13 years

Enjoy traveling, spending time with family, working in my church.

2. How long have you been training with us?

First visit was December 31, 2025. It was LEG DAY!😩 I won a 30-day membership in a wellness basket give away. Decided this was the place for me!!!

3. What's been your biggest accomplishment since you began training with us?

Just the overall strength I’ve gained. I was able to travel by myself with a 2 year old to Texas about 2 1/2 months after starting my CrossFit journey. The ability to navigate an airport alone with a small child in tow was something I thought would be a real challenge given I had no upper body strength, but I managed to do it and not feel fatigued or overwhelmed by the physical demand.

4. What's your favorite thing about being a member here?

I have TWO!

The sense of community—it’s like having your own cheering squad!!!

And, the fact that I can scale to my needs! There is absolutely NO intimidation to keep up with your gym mates.

5. What would you say to someone who is considering training with us?

GO FOR IT!!!!! You will not regret it!

For an almost 50 year old grandma I never would have dreamed I would be doing CrossFit! The coaches and gym mates at Old97 have been a true blessing to me and my journey to be healthier and stronger! It’s hard work but so well worth it!!!

Old97 is like no other gym I’ve ever been to—IT’S THE BEST!!