Jim Hughes
Fitness Director
jhughes@wheatonsportscenter.com
630.315.5389

Jim Hughes received a BS and MS in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1993 and 1996 respectively. During his undergraduate studies he initiated a personal training program at the all racquetball Fitness Center in 1991, growing the program from its infancy to converting 4 courts to strength, cardiovascular, stretching and personal training areas. In 1993 while studying for his Masters he was hired as part of the strength and conditioning staff at the U of I and continued in that capacity until he accepted a job as the personal training manager at the Gold Coast Multiplex in Chicago in 1996. While serving in that position he was offered an opportunity to serve as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of Illinois, Chicago.

In 1998 he was hired to oversee the construction, layout, and implementation of the new strength and conditioning program where he grew it from an idea of working with a single team into one that was responsible for the year round training program of 18 varsity Division 1 teams and over 325 athletes. In 2001 he was hired as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Washington Wizards of the NBA where he was responsible for the design, development and implementation of the year round training program for the Wizards.

In 2005, he accepted a position as a superintendent for Beazer Homes in the hopes of expanding his business and managerial skills. He has helped build and close in excess of 250 homes in the DC/Virginia region over the past 4 years and was honored as Mid-Atlantic Region’s NHBI builder of the year. He now brings his managerial and organizational skills to the Wheaton Sport Center as Fitness Director and looks forward to sharing his years of experience with all members in their quest to stay fit.

Kim is a certified personal trainer through National Personal Training Institute. Kim enjoys a variety of clients but relates well to working adults, having come from the business world prior to personal training. She has earned a certification from the American Senior Fitness Association specializing in senior population issues. She teaches an introduction to weight training class for seniors as well as a senior exercise class for the Group Exercise department. Her interests include cycling, weight training, inline skating, walking, and nutrition.

NPTI - CPT, NPTI-Nutrition
NSCA - Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist 
Certified through American Senior Fitness Assoc.
Certified Bodybugg Coach
B.S., Elmhurst College
M.B.A., Keller Graduate School of Management
At the club since: 2005

Amber McGregor
Trainer/Premier Level
amcgregor@wheatonsportscenter.com
630.690.0887, ext. 457

Emily Fedyski
Trainer/Master Level
efedyski@wheatonsportscenter.com
630-690--0887, ext. 352


"Without self-discipline, success is impossible, period.” - Lou Holtz

“The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will.” –Vince Lombardi

Emily attended Wheaton College and received a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology.  She is a Certified Personal Trainer by the American Council on Exercise and the National Academy of Sports Medicine.  In order to bring more variety to her clients, she is also a Boxing Fitness Trainer, certified by the Boxing Fitness Institute.  Emily enjoys working with clients of all different ages, giving them comprehensive workouts that strengthen, challenge, and improve quality of life.  Currently studying Muscle Activation Technique Jumpstart, she is interested in correcting muscular imbalances and helping people achieve a healthy and ‘balanced’ life. 

B.S. Kinesiology from Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL
National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer 
American Council on Exercise - Certified Personal Trainer
Boxing Fitness Institute - Boxing Fitness Trainer
M.A.T Jumpstart - Muscle Activation Technique (currently enrolled)
At the club since: 2005 

Janelle Field
Trainer/Master Level 
jfield@wheatonsportscenter.com
630.690.0887, ext. 337

“Life is full of preparation…doing nothing is preparation for becoming the shadow of your BEST self.”

“ It is my goal as a personal trainer to assist people in achieving their goals through safe, fun, and effective workouts. I also strive to help my clients take the discipline and creativity that they have learned through our time together and apply it to their everyday lifestyle.”

Janelle is an ACE certified personal trainer, and fitness instructor and has been at the Wheaton Sports Center since February 2006. She is working to achieve her Holistic Lifestyle Coach-level 1 certification in October of 2008 so that she can further help people live a healthier happier lifestyle.
Janelle attended Wheaton College and earned her degree in Kinesiology, while also playing soccer there for four years. In 2005 her soccer team won its first Woman’s National Championship. Janelle greatly enjoyed her experience with athletics, and now loves working with athletes as well as people of beginner levels. Her passion also lies in creativity and diverse physical challenges experienced through running, soccer training, and instructing Spin, and other Aerobic classes.

B.S. Wheaton College
Certification: American College on Exercise
At club since: February 2006

Janet Balsavich has a bachelor’s degree in Graphic Arts Technology and has partially completed a master’s degree in Exercise Physiology, both from Northern Illinois University. Janet has been a very enthusiastic Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) since 1998, and most recently has become a Holistic Lifestyle Coach L1, and M.A.T. Jumpstart Certified. Her three certifications include National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), and American Council on Exercise (ACE). She has five years experience as a Physical Therapist Aide, working hands on with patients under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist and a Kinesiotherapist. She has written articles about Children and exercise, Functional Training, and Exercise with Multiple Sclerosis for the Wheaton Sport Center Magazine. She has also lectured on exercise to Woman’s Groups, Rotary Clubs and companies such as United Airlines and Good Shepherd Hospital. Janet is very knowledgeable and strict about correct exercise form due to her past experience and continued education. She also enjoys working with clients who have special needs, diseases, disabilities, older adults and other special populations, as she has survived a near-fatal accident and years of recovery and physical therapy herself.

Northern Illinois University, Bachelor of Science in Graphic Arts Technology
Northern Illinois University, Partially completed Master of Education in Exercise Physiology
Holistic Lifestyle Coach, Level 1
Muscle Activation Technique (MAT) Jumpstart Certified
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM-CPT)
NASM - Corrective Exercise Specialist 
National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA-CPT)
American Council on Exercise (ACE)
At the club since: January 2003

M.S. Northern Illinois University in Exercise Physiology 
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Titliest Performance Institute - Certified Golf Fitness Instructor Level 1 (www.mytpi.com)
Muscle Activation TechniquesTM Jumpstart Certified Trainer 
(For more info visit http://www.muscleactivation.com/main.html - click on Jumpstarts tab at top)
Resistance Training Specialist (sitting for certification in 2009)
(For more info on RTS visit http://www.resistancetrainingspecialist.com/users-clients.html)
At the club since: 2005

“Life is a balance of holding on and letting go.” – Keith Urban

Since 2000, Keith has helped hundreds of Wheaton Sport Center members get into better shape.  He encourages you to hold on to what makes you great, and let go of the choices and behaviors that hold you back.  Keith values education and is constantly stretching himself to become better at his craft.  His professional interests include dietary modification for both disease prevention and sports performance, power training for sport, and holistic health & fitness.  Keith enjoys working with competitive athletes to improve vertical jump, strength, & power.  Through the new Holistic Lifestyle Coaching program, Keith addresses the underlying causes of chronic disease (cancer, high blood pressure, heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, obesity) and teaches you how to create an internal biological environment that is unsuitable for chronic disease.

Check out Keith's new Metabolic Typing Program Description to learn more about the customized nutritional program he can put together for you.

Through diet and lifestyle changes, Keith has successfully rehabilitated himself from a Crohn's Disease diagnosis in 2003.  Keith enjoys teaching others afflicted with Crohn's Disease how to enjoy the same level of recovery that he has experienced for the last 7 years.

B.S., Physical Education (1996), MBA (1999), Illinois State University
Certified Metabolic Typing Advisor - Level 1
C.H.E.K. Holistic Lifestyle Coach - Level 2
C.S.C.S.
ACSM - HFI
At the club since: 2000

"And as we let our own life shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fears, our presence automatically liberates others.” – Caroline Myss 

"It is my goal as a personal trainer to empower others and to help everyone I meet each day to emanate strength and confidence. I teach a proactive approach to health and wellness by helping my clients uncover their goals and move toward them with purpose. Whether working with a trained athlete or a novice, I will give you the tools to be successful as well as powerful."  

Kerrie is an ACE certified personal trainer and has been at the Wheaton Sport Center since February 2006 as a Fitness Specialist and has been training since June of 2007. She is currently working toward her BS in Kinesiology. In high school Kerrie was a competitive cheerleading champion and competed nationally for four years. Understanding the competitive nature of today’s athletics, she enjoys working with athletes of all levels to help them excel above their personal best. As a former manager of Curves For Women, she also has a passion for educating women on cutting edge theories about health and wellness specifically designed for them.   

ACE - CPT 
MAT - Jumpstart 
BS - Exercise Science (currently enrolled) 
RTS (enrolled Fall '08) 
At the club since: 2006

"It may be a crazy day, a busy week or a hectic month, but it is necessary to strike a balance between it all; your health and wellness, family, work and friends.  It is my role to assist you in finding balance in your life so that you can incorporate a healthy lifestyle into your everyday life.  One of my clients calls me her “life coach”.  I love my profession because I’m helping clients achieve balance in their lives, which leads to a higher quality of life in every aspect. 

My areas of interest are working with motivated clients willing to work hard and be challenged to achieve optimal results, runners (5K’s to marathons) and pre and post natal women.  I tailor each program with the client in mind, providing a workout that is challenging, effective and fun.  In my 15 years of experience in the fitness industry, I utilize the latest fitness trends, including functional training and equipment to give you the best program possible."

B.S., in Physical Education/Adult Fitness from University of Wisconsin – LaCrosse
National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer since 2006
American Council on Exercise Certified Personal Trainer since 1993
At the club since: 1997

"God gave you one body...make the most of it!"

I attended Eastern Illinois University where I majored in elementary education.  This included endorsements in P.E, reading and social studies.  I also have a masters in educational administration.  Teaching P.E. as I do, it was a natural progression into personal training.  Much of what I am doing in P.E. currently could fall under the category of personal training.  When I had a chance to take a class to officially become a certified trainer, I jumped at the opportunity. While at Eastern I also competed in wrestling where I qualified for the Division I national tournament twice and competed internationally while attending Eastern.  Wrestling provided many opportunities and I will always have an interest in combat type sports.  I began judo a few years ago with my daughter and son. In addition, I have coached wrestling, soccer and track.

B.S. Eastern Illinois University
M.S. National Louis University
Cooper Institute Certified Personal Trainer
At the club since: July 2008

Associates Degree in Fitness from Robert Morris College
ACSM 
At the club since: 2006

"Fitness and a healthy lifestyle have been my lifelong passions.  I enjoy sharing my passion through a holistic approach  to wellness – exercise, nutrition, sleep and a positive approach to life.  Everyone can achieve their goals through determination, tenacity, and a positive attitude (and a little fun!!)"

Terry attended Illinois Benedictine University in Lisle, Illinois, and earned a B.A. in Psychology, Summa Cum Laude.  She currently holds a Personal Training Certification from World International Training Schools and is working toward a personal training certification from the National Academy of  Sports Medicine.  She also holds a Group Fitness Instructor Certification from The American Council on Exercise (ACE),  Schwinn Indoor Cycling Certification, Zumba Certification, and YogaFit Certification.  She enjoys competitive 10K and Half-Marathon running and golf.

Abi Herman
Fitness Service Specialist 
aherman@wheatonsportscenter.com
630.690.0887, ext. 407

Bryce Freymark
Fitness Service Specialist 
bfreymark@wheatonsportscenter.com
630.690.0887, ext. 324

Charles Hicks
Fitness Service Specialist 
chicks@wheatonsportscenter.com
630.690.0887, ext. 405

Elizabeth Feltes
efeltes@wheatonsportscenter.com
Fitness Service Specialist 

630.690.0887, ext. 361

Robb Davidson
Fitness Service Specialist 
rdavidson@wheatonsportscenter.com

Jimmy Walker
Fitness Service Specialist
jwalker@wheatonsportcenter.com
630.690.0887 ext. 403