Let’s Get InSHAPE
InSHAPE is Aspire’s fitness and nutrition program for individuals experiencing serious mental illness (SMI). InSHAPE pairs them with health mentors who are certified personal trainers who use education, exercise, fitness, nutrition and community engagement to help individuals address issues such as losing weight, improving cognitive functions, decreasing depression and anxiety, improving self esteem and decreasing social isolation.
“This isn’t a typical personal training job because I have to mentally assess everybody the whole time I’m with them,” says Jody Hall, CC/LSI InShape personal trainer. “I prefer to get them outside bike riding, walking, jogging and hiking.”
InSHAPE health mentors take the time to understand each person’s specific needs so they can build a plan that works for them and will continue to support them on their health goals.
“I’ve been educated throughout the whole program,” Hall says. “I’ve learned so much about what it is and what it can be.”
Curious if you are eligible for InSHAPE? All participants must be 18 or older, have medical clearance by a primary care provider, be involved with the Home and Community based services at Aspire, diagnosed with SMI, and are interested in meeting with a health mentor to improve fitness and nutrition.
For more information about InSHAPE, contact Jody Hall at jody.hall@aspireindiana.org or (317) 587-0651.
