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Your Trusted Personal Training Partner in Indianapolis
Founded in 1989, Fitness by Design has been delivering personalized fitness solutions in Indianapolis for over three decades. Our approach centers on individualized attention, combining expert coaching with science-backed methodologies to create tailored workout programs. With a team of certified professionals boasting 150+ combined years of experience, we prioritize client goals through comprehensive consultations and adaptive training strategies. Our 13,000-square-foot facility features premium equipment and specialized services like nutritional counseling and physical therapy partnerships.

We maintain accountability through structured progress tracking while fostering a non-judgmental environment that accommodates all fitness levels. Our operational philosophy emphasizes continuous education for staff and clients alike, ensuring our methods remain at the forefront of fitness science. By eliminating traditional membership models, we focus exclusively on delivering measurable results through flexible, commitment-free training packages.
Services
Personal Training Small Group Training Yoga Classes Nutrition Counseling Physical Therapy Massage Services Martial Arts
Details
  • Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
  • We offer membership-free personal training with flexible session packages
  • Our certified trainers create customized workout plans for individual goals
  • 150+ combined years of experience among our professional training staff
  • Comprehensive fitness assessments guide all personalized training programs
  • We provide integrated wellness services including nutritional counseling
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Services
Personal Training
Our certified personal trainers develop customized fitness programs through comprehensive consultations and assessments. Clients receive individualized attention for strength training, cardiovascular development, and functional fitness. Sessions accommodate all experience levels from beginners to athletes with adaptable intensity options.
Small Group Training
Three-or-more client sessions led by experienced trainers combine personalized attention with group motivation. These structured workouts offer flexible scheduling options while maintaining individual progress tracking and technique correction for participants of varying fitness levels.
Nutrition Counseling
Certified nutrition specialists provide personalized eating plans and accountability coaching. Services include initial 90-minute consultations followed by follow-up sessions addressing sports nutrition, weight management, and overall wellness through dietary adjustments.
Yoga Classes
Instructor-led yoga programs focus on flexibility, balance, and stress reduction. Class options include beginner Hatha yoga, intermediate Vinyasa flow, and functional movement sessions designed to complement strength training regimens.
Physical Therapy
Integrated physical therapy addresses post-injury recovery and mobility improvement. Specialized programs target women's health issues and postpartum rehabilitation through evidence-based therapeutic techniques performed by licensed professionals.
People
Rob Hudson
Owner/Personal Trainer
Founder with 35+ years of fitness industry experience, Rob established Fitness by Design in 1989 and co-developed its current facility in 2004. He specializes in creating adaptive training programs for diverse client needs.
Lisa Hudson
Owner/Manager
Co-owner managing daily operations, Lisa works with clients on personalized fitness journeys while overseeing staff development and facility management. Her expertise includes client goal assessment and program coordination.
Drew Conley
Certified Personal Trainer
Certified trainer specializing in youth fitness development and acceleration techniques. With extensive experience in sports performance training, he helps clients achieve specific athletic goals through structured workout programs.
Kara Paris
Nutrition Program Manager
Certified nutrition specialist managing dietary counseling services. Kara develops personalized eating plans and provides ongoing support for clients seeking wellness improvements through nutritional adjustments and accountability coaching.
Tyler Sult
Personal Trainer
ACSM-certified trainer offering expertise in strength development and functional fitness. He works with clients on progressive workout plans while maintaining safety certifications in first aid and CPR for client protection.
Questions
Do you require membership commitments?
No, we operate without membership contracts. Clients purchase training sessions or packages as needed with no long-term commitments required.
What fitness levels do you accommodate?
Our programs serve all levels from beginners to professional athletes. Trainers customize workouts for individual capabilities and goals regardless of starting fitness level.
How are training programs developed?
Initial consultations and fitness assessments guide program creation. Trainers evaluate current capabilities, discuss goals, and create progressive workout plans with regular progress evaluations.
What equipment is available?
Our 13,000 sq ft facility features premium equipment from Life Fitness, Nautilus, and Rogue, including strength training machines, free weights, and functional fitness tools for comprehensive workout options.
Are nutrition services included?
Nutrition counseling is available as a complementary service. Certified specialists provide dietary assessments and personalized eating plans to support fitness objectives through holistic wellness approaches.
What specialty programs exist?
We offer prenatal/postpartum fitness, sports performance training, and senior mobility programs. Additional services include martial arts instruction and physical therapy partnerships for comprehensive wellness solutions.
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