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Patricia Lininger

Patricia Lininger, M.S., ACSM-EP. Patricia has an MS in Exercise Physiology from the University of Pittsburg and is a Certified Exercise Physiologist with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). She is currently a Program Specialist at the Weitzman Institute for Research and Education.

Patricia Lininger

Patricia is a Program Specialist at the Weitzman Institute for Research and Education.

Patricia holds a Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology and is an ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist

Master of Science - Exercise Physiology - University of Pittsburgh

Certified Exercise Physiologist - American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

Patricia Lininger Experience

Patricia is a Program Specialist at the Weitzman Institute for Research and Education working in the health and wellness initiative and training program for pediatricians. Patricia has owned her own dance and fitness studio, including personal training clients, for several decades. She has worked with many populations including trauma survivors, incarcerated individuals, and other often-underserved populations in need of health and wellness coaching. Patrica has a Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Pittsburg and a Bachelor’s in Dance. She is an ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist and health coach

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