Trusted Experts. Real Results.
At Fusion Fitness Studio, our trainers bring more than just certifications — they bring decades of hands-on experience working with real people, especially those navigating life after 40. Each coach holds nationally accredited, top-tier certifications and advanced specialties in areas like movement science, biomechanics, injury prevention, and behavior change. But what truly sets us apart is how we apply this knowledge — with empathy, precision, and a deep understanding of how the body changes with age. We’re lifelong learners, continually studying with top experts in anatomy, physiology, and nutrition to bring you the safest, smartest, and most effective training possible. We meet you where you are, coach you with purpose, and guide you at a pace that respects your body — while still delivering results that last.
Fernando Paredes
Founder | Corrective Exercise Specialist | Movement Performance Expert
With over 30 years in the fitness industry and more than 40,000 hours of hands-on experience, Fernando Paredes is a true pioneer in helping people move better, feel better, and live stronger — especially those over 40 navigating pain, injury, or performance plateaus.
As the founder of Fusion Fitness Studio, Fernando created a place where training goes beyond sets and reps. His proprietary Fusion Fitness & Performance™ system and Core-to-Strength™ method blend the best of ancient movement principles with cutting-edge science — delivering smart, personalized solutions that work for anyone, regardless of age or ability.
Fernando’s approach is rooted in his own journey. Growing up overweight and unathletic, he faced intense challenges with his body, including a severe low back injury that left him needing a cane in his twenties. Frustrated with conventional advice, he explored uncommon, science-based methods that eliminated his pain and transformed his life — all without relying on surgery, painkillers or devices. That experience drives his passion today: empowering others to reclaim their bodies and confidence through intelligent, sustainable training.
Known as the “trainer’s trainer,” Fernando has been featured in PhillyFIT, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Comcast’s Your Morning Show, and other major media for his innovative strategies and expert insight. He has also served as the strength training coach for endurance athletes at the renowned Todd Wiley World Championship Triathlon Training Camp for over six years.
Whether you’re overcoming chronic back pain, getting back in shape after a setback, or looking to take your athletic performance to the next level, Fernando meets you where you are. His coaching is precise, compassionate, and results-driven — combining elite knowledge with a deep understanding of what it takes to change your body at any stage of life.
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Grace Heerschap
Trainer | Movement Specialist |
Champion Mountain Bike Racer
20+ Years of Experience | Fusion Team Since 2003
Grace has been a cornerstone of Fusion Fitness Studio since its beginning. With over two decades of experience, she’s known for her “tough love” coaching style — a powerful blend of no-nonsense accountability and deep personal connection that helps clients push past limits and achieve real, lasting results.
A graduate of the National Personal Training Institute (NPTI), Grace finished at the top of her class and was hand-selected by instructors to serve as a student teacher — a clear reflection of her knowledge, discipline, and leadership. She brings that same high standard to every session, customizing programs to meet clients exactly where they are, then challenging them to become stronger, fitter, and more confident than they thought possible.
Outside the studio, Grace is a fierce competitor. As a USA Cycling Elite-Level Mountain Bike Racer, she’s earned multiple podium finishes and dominated the 2016 Mid-Atlantic Super Series, winning 7 out of 8 races and securing the overall championship title in her category. Her athletic background gives her a deep understanding of performance, mindset, and resilience — all of which she brings to her coaching every day.
Whether you’re brand new to fitness or training to perform at your peak, Grace knows how to push you in all the right ways — and support you every step of the way.
