April 2025 - Member of the Month

Timothy Carreira

Member of the Month

Congratulations Tim!

Tim, is a dedicated RAAFC member who’s been absolutely crushing his fitness goals! He recently switched up his routine, going from personal training twice a week to focusing on consistent Accelerate training as an Ultimate member. Tim has completed multiple DEKA events and made amazing progress—losing weight, gaining muscle, and boosting his cardiovascular fitness. He’s always up for new challenges and continues to push himself toward even greater goals.

Next time you see him, be sure to give him a big congratulations!

Nominate a member for our "Member of the Month" program & their fitness story will be featured in our Tinkle Times and on our website so that their story may inspire others, just like they inspired you!

Monthly winners will be chosen by Roots Aquatics and Fitness Center Staff and announced at the beginning of the month. Winners will also receive an exclusive MOTM long sleeve shirt to represent their status of well-being! To be featured, member would have to agree to accept the award! The next winner might even be YOU!

Email your nomination to info@rootsaquatics.com

Hometown: Windsor, CT (if you meant where I grew up) / Holyoke, MA (current residence)

What brought you to Roots: After a major cancer surgery, I gained a bunch of weight I just couldn’t shake. Roots had everything I needed to get started again—from a pool and low-impact cardio machines to personal training and group classes. I started in the pool, moved into PT, and then found my stride in Spartan, Accelerate, and Cycle & Shred. I used to think working out solo was the only way, but the group atmosphere here has been a total game-changer. The DEKA and Spartan events give me something to train for and make progress feel real.

What do you do outside of Roots: I love cooking, especially BBQ

What’s one goal you have at Roots or one goal you had that you’ve since accomplished? One of my biggest goals was just being able to keep up with my kid when playing or doing sports. That meant dropping weight, building stamina, and still keeping my strength. Jeremy’s been a huge help keeping me focused and balanced across all of it.

What’s your favorite Spring activity? Reviving my motorcycle from the winter and taking it out for the first ride

What’s your guilty pleasure? Bourbon with woodfired pizza!

What’s your best tip for new members? Try everything once. The classes and trainers here meet you where you’re at, and if you keep showing up, you’ll be amazed at what you can do.

Anything else you want to add? I’m really grateful for the trainers and community here. Roots has made a big difference not just in my fitness, but in my confidence. Thank you for the honor—see you at the next SPARTAN!