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How to Lose Weight Over 50 by Walking
Unlock the secret to weight loss after 50 with expert advice from a geriatric kinesiologist.
Aug 28, 2024
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Geriatric Kinesiologist, Founder
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San Jose, California, United States
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Elder Care, Rehabilitation Therapy, Senior Fitness. Experience: Mercedes Fernandez is a Geriatric Kinesiologist and the founder of Mouvement Geriatric Physiotherapy. She holds a master’s degree in Kinesiology and has a strong pre-medical background in physiology, anatomy, and nutrition. Mercedes specializes in land and aquatic-based rehabilitation therapy, focusing on individuals with conditions such as stroke, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury (TBI), Parkinson’s disease, spina bifida, and arthritis. Mercedes is a certified senior fitness instructor and an authorized CPR/First Aid responder under the American Red Cross. Her passion for elder care began early, inspired by her role as her grandfather’s primary caregiver and her volunteer work in nursing homes. Today, she continues to advocate for improved healthcare services and policies for older adults. In addition to her work with Mouvement Geriatric Physiotherapy, Mercedes has founded other initiatives aimed at promoting health and wellness among seniors.
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