About Us

The vision for Fitness for Function (F4F) is to bring quality, knowledgeable exercise instruction to those who need it most: older adults who may not be able to leave the home easily, and those with health conditions who may be apprehensive about exercise. By matching personal trainers who are also rehab professionals with these clients, F4F can provide long-term exercise therapy instruction to this population. Our goals are to improve strength, reduce fall risk by improving balance, and improve quality of life by making everyone more functional.

Working with the senior population for 20+ years, the F4F team combines their love of improving people's lives with their love of therapy and function. At Fitness 4 Function they can use their gifts of motivating people and their wealth of knowledge in working with medical conditions and exercise to Northside Indianapolis. The F4F team's areas of expertise include Parkinson’s Disease, stroke/CVA, dementia, and the general aging population with multiple diagnoses. They have also worked as personal trainers with clients following joint replacements or other significant surgeries, to continue recovery after their course of physical therapy has been completed and insurance has stopped paying. Contact us to see how Fitness 4 Function can help you reach your goals of improved quality of life.

The Fitness 4 Function Team

Kristy Garwood - Certified Functional Aging Specialist | Senior Fitness Trainer | Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

With over 28 years of experience in physical therapy and fitness, Kristy Garwood is a dedicated professional specializing in senior health and wellness. As a Certified Functional Aging Specialist and Senior Fitness Trainer, she focuses on helping older adults stay active, engaged, and independent, especially in the comfort of their own homes. Kristy's goal is to provide exercise and activities that keep her clients safe and thriving in their familiar environments.

Kristy has a deep passion for working with older adults, not only helping them improve their physical well-being but also getting to know them on a personal level. She loves learning about her clients' lives, their families, travels, and careers, building strong connections that go beyond fitness. Her approach is centered on respect, empathy, and creating a safe, supportive space for every client to enjoy life to the fullest.
 

Shana Broyles - Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant | ISSA Certified Personal Trainer

Shanna Broyles is a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant and ISSA Certified Personal Trainer with over 25 years of experience providing quality patient care in various settings, including hospital,  home care, schools, outpatient, assisted living and skilled nursing facilities. She is skilled in geriatric, orthopedic and aquatic therapy, with a proven track record of improving patient outcomes. 

Shanna has always loved older people, choosing to spend time with elderly family members and neighbors from a young age. She now enjoys working with the geriatric population. It is a privilege for them to share their wisdom and life experiences. She loves to build relationships with clients and their families while providing them with the care and knowledge to become and maintain their independence, create a safe environment at home, stay active, and pain-free.

Sharea Clark - Founder | ISSA Certified Personal Trainer | ISSA Certified Senior Fitness Specialist | Certified Functional Aging Specialist

Sharea is the founder and owner of Fitness 4 Function. She is an ISSA Certified Personal Trainer, ISSA Certified Senior Fitness Specialist, and a Certified Functional Aging Specialist. She has been a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant and Athletic Trainer since 1997 and can bring over 25 years’ experience of working in physical therapy to your home.

Sharea has 20+ years of experience working with seniors on functional fitness and wellness. She is also an expert on the effects of exercise and fitness on cognitive health, memory, and brain health.

Sharea has dedicated much of her adult life towards improving the quality of life for seniors and older adults.