Exercise Physiologist College and Career Awareness

What is an Exercise Physiologist? Exercise Physiologists find ways to improve and maintain a person’s overall health and wellness through exercise. They help people with diseases and illnesses. They work with athletes and others interested in sports training.

What do Exercise Physiologists do? Administer exercise stress tests in healthy and unhealthy populations Evaluate a person’s overall health, with special attention to cardiovascular function and metabolism Develop individualized exercise programs to increase physical fitness, strength, endurance, and flexibility Design customized exercise programs to meet health care needs and athletic performance goals

Is it the same as a Personal Trainer? No – an Exercise Physiologist has to be Board Certified by passing the Exercise Physiologist Certified exam (EPC)

How do I become an Exercise Physiologist? Bachelor’s degree (4 years of college) Pass the Exercise Physiologist Certified Exam (EPC) Certified by American Society of Exercise Physiologists (ASEP)

Where can I work? Health promotion Fitness development Colleges and universities Clinical rehabilitation Sport and athletic programs

What kind of job could I have? Sports and wellness instructors Strength coaches for sports programs Researchers in companies that make exercise equipment Instructors in health and fitness clubs Supervisor of sports or wellness programs

How much will I make? Salary ranges from $37,479 to $56,000 based on employer, education, and experience.

How hard will it be to find a job? More jobs will be available all of the time to promote good health.

It’s ALMOST Your Turn You have the task of designing and implementing an exercise program. You will have to be able to find your radial pulse to find the Target Heart Rate Zone.

What does Target Heart Rate Training Zone mean? An estimated range of how fast your heart should beat during exercise for a safe and effective workout.

Tips for a Healthy Life Eat ALL of the food groups Stay hydrated Get enough sleep Get some exercise each day Go outside Take time to relax http://www.asep.org/general o United States Department of Labor Exercise Physiologists http://www.bls.gov/soc/2010/soc291128.htm o Health Professions Network http://www.healthpronet.org/ahp_month/08_04.html

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