More Than Muscle: The Mental & Emotional Strength Behind Cass's Story

Today’s guest is a powerhouse in every sense . Cass is a law enforcement officer, business owner, mother of two, and a woman who has walked through the fire of postpartum depression, complex PTSD, and the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.

From building her first gym in her basement while juggling full-time policing and motherhood, to co-owning a thriving fitness empire with her husband, Cass’s journey is about so much more than physical strength. It’s about emotional resilience, mental health, and what it really means to keep showing up—especially on the messy days.

In this heartfelt and raw conversation, we talk about the moments behind the scenes no one sees, the breakthroughs found in therapy, the real weight of being labeled “strong,” and how Cass has built both a business and a life rooted in healing, purpose, and grit.

If you’ve ever felt like you were carrying it all while holding yourself together—you’re not alone. This one will leave you seen, inspired, and recharged.

 In This Episode, We Explore:

• How motherhood redefined Cass’s view of strength

• What it looked like to build a business while working full-time and raising young kids

• The emotional toll of postpartum depression and complex PTSD

• The role therapy has played in Cass’s healing

• The hidden struggles behind success stories

• Navigating marriage, business, and parenting under one roof

• The power of community in personal and professional healing

• A message to her sons she hopes they’ll carry with them for life

 Tune In If You’re Ready To:

• Feel less alone in the juggle of motherhood, healing, and hustle

• Redefine your idea of what “strength” really looks like

• Be reminded that showing up imperfectly is still showing up powerfully

 Connect with Cass :

• Spin & Strength: https://spinandstrengthco.com/

• Spin & Strength IG: https://www.instagram.com/spinandstrengthco/

  Connect with Elyse:

  • IG: https://www.instagram.com/elyseberendson