Team
Andres Palomino, MSc
Reg. Kinesiologist & Wellness Coach
From my early years I’ve been involved with sports and physical activity. At 8 years old I started to compete as an Inline Speed Skater in my hometown. The passion for sports led me to choose Kinesiology and exercise sciences as my professional career.
During more than 10 years of experience in the personal training and health promotion field, I have had the opportunity to work with 50+ people. This interaction allowed me to understand their fitness and health needs.
Today, I work for Fit After 50, a kinesiology and wellness organization specialized in prevention and management of recurring pain, arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes, high blood pressure and any other special physical condition. My main objective is to optimize client’s health and help them to improve their quality of life.
Professional Highlights
- Master of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria in British Columbia
- Post Graduate Diploma in Workplace Wellness and Health Promotion from Centennial College
- Bachelor’s degree in Sports and Exercise Sciences from National School of Sports, Cali, Colombia
- Senior’s Fitness Instructor Course, The Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging
- Soft Tissue Release Training, Provided by Jim Bilotta M.Ed, B.Phed, Dip SIM. CAT(C)
- Provider member of “Exercise is Medicine Canada” (EIMC) Professional Network
- Registered to the College of Kinesiologist of Ontario
- Former Board Member of OKA, Ontario Kinesiology Association
- Member of Canadian Obesity Network
- President of ARKO "Association of Registered Kinesiologists of Ontario"
Teresa Paredes
Group Fitness Instructor & Personal Trainer
I’ve been a Health and Fitness Specialist for more than seven years. My experience includes training boomers through therapeutic exercises and recreational activities such as: Aqua Fit, Gravity, Aerobics, Muscle Work, Step and Boadanza Classes.
Professional Highlights
Jessica Palazzo
Wellness Coach
I have been an active individual from a very young age. My parents wanted me to gain exposure in multiple different activities to develop fundamental physical, mental, and social skills in a fun and safe environment.
My favourite sports are soccer, volleyball and gymnastics, where I trained and competed as a gymnast for 10 years.
With support of my family, friends, coaches, and teachers, I have learned how to hone in my strengths and grow in my self-confidence. My love for sports and the science of human movement led me to choose to study Kinesiology.
Through my studies, I have gained valuable knowledge and experience working with various populations, including athletes, children and youth, adults with chronic health conditions, and individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities. I apply this information with the experiences I have gained as a former athlete and now coach to guide, teach and empower individuals to move well, prevent injuries, and mange chronic conditions within sport, work, and life. Ultimately, I strive to help others learn how to believe in their abilities and become more confident and competent.
Professional Highlights
- Master’s degree in Professional Kinesiology [MPK(c)] from the University of Toronto
- Honours Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology [BKin(Hon.)] from the University of Toronto
- NCCP Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Competition 1 (Level 2) trained
- NCCP Multi-Sport Competition Part A: Fundamental Movement Skills
- Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness Training Certificate
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Certificate
- Standard First Aid Level C – CPR/AED
