Whether you’re spending time relaxing after your workout or getting suited up for work, the locker room amenities at the Franciscan Health Fitness Centers Chesterton help put you in the right frame of mind for the rest of your day.
The Franciscan Health Fitness Centers Chesterton is among only approximately 40 elite Fitness Centers in the world to be certified as a Medical Fitness Facility by the Medical Fitness Association.
Our occupational therapy is available on both an inpatient and outpatient basis. After receiving a physician’s referral, each patient is evaluated and treatment plan and specific goals are established. We assist patients in developing skills that help with daily activities. Group activities create a social environment to practice motor and cognitive skills. Our occupational therapy treatments can help children with disabilities participate fully in school and social situations, assist people recovering from injury to regain skills and provide support for older adults.
Virginia really enjoys exercise. That’s why she developed her skills as a personal trainer since 2009. Her specialties are in water exercise and corrective exercise. You might find her in the pool at Franciscan Health Fitness Centers Chesterton when you’re there.
First Name:
Virginia
Email Address:
Virginia.Addison@FranciscanAlliance.org
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Staff Credentials:
M.S. Exercise Science & Health Promotion; B.S. Health & Fitness; WSI Swim Lesson Instructor; CPR/AED and First Aid Instructor; ACE Personal Trainer; AEA Water Exercise; ACE Group Exercise; NASM Corrective Exercise
If you ask Terry, he’ll tell you, “Your health is your greatest wealth. How do you enjoy life if you’re in pain and can’t move?” Helping people with mobility is exactly why Terry helps people learn functional total body movements to maintain great posture, range of motion, strength and endurance. Because of that, Terry strongly believes doing pre-hab movements can reduce the need for re-hab. He has been a personal trainer since 2007 and likes putting his clients in a universal athletic posture to improve metabolism, muscle balance and reduce injury.
First Name:
Terry
Email Address:
terry.peckat@franciscanalliance.org
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Staff Credentials:
M.A. Education, Indiana University B.A. Social Psychology, I.U.; NSCA Athletic Trainer; Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist; Training for Warriors
Elizabeth has been a lifeguard since 2000. In 2005, she became a personal trainer and group exercise instructor to help people achieve their full potential. She also has been a ballet dancer since she was 3, and developed it into a love of fitness. She works with all populations, all ages, and all levels of fitness.
First Name:
Elizabeth
Email Address:
elizabeth.mazepa@franciscanalliance.org
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Staff Credentials:
ACE Personal Training; NETA Primary Group Exercise; WSI Swim Lesson Instructor; Lifeguarding; Les Mills BODYPUMP; Les Mills BODYCOMBAT; Barre Intensity; Piyo; Piloxing
Since 2004, Carensa has wanted to share her knowledge and passion for health, and hopes to inspire others to live a healthy and fun life. She’s passionate about endurance events because they challenge both the mind, as much as the body. She specializes in sport specific training as well as those that are just starting their fitness journey.
First Name:
Carensa
Email Address:
carensa.bradford@franciscanalliance.org
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Staff Credentials:
B.A. Sport & Physical Instruction; ACE Group Exercise; ACE Personal Trainer; WSI Swim Lesson Instructor; Madd Dogg Spinning; Barre Intensity; Les Mills BODYPUMP; Spencer Outdoor Fitness; Spencer Sport Yoga; Pilates
Amanda has been personal training since 2002 when she realized she wanted to help others achieve their own fitness and life goals. Seeing people work hard and achieve goals keeps her inspired each day. She trains adults, athletes and those looking to improve themselves, inside and out. She’s available to train one-on-one or semi-private.
First Name:
Amanda
Email Address:
amanda.johnston@franciscanalliance.org
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Staff Credentials:
B.S. Fitness Management; A.S. Health, Fitness & Nutrition; NETA Personal Training; TFW Certified; CPR/AED and First Aid Instructor; Mad Dogg Spinning
Our CPR/AED classes are coming up in 2024 and we don’t want you to miss out. Our CPR/AED classes are run through the American Heart Association. The course covers adult, child, and infant CPR/AED standards and prepares you to act in a real-world situation through our video-based, instructor led format. Our instructors will observe your technique, provide feedback, and guide you along in the learning process to ensure you acquire the skills necessary to receive certification.
