Exercise Physiologists

Develop exercise programs to improve participant strength, flexibility, endurance, or circulatory functioning, in accordance with exercise science standards, regulatory requirements, and credentialing requirements.

Prescribe individualized exercise programs, specifying equipment such as treadmill, exercise bicycle, ergometers, or perceptual goggles.

Interpret exercise program participant data to evaluate progress or identify needed program changes.

Explain exercise program or physiological testing procedures to participants.

Provide emergency or other appropriate medical care to participants with symptoms or signs of physical distress.

Provide clinical oversight of exercise for participants at all risk levels.

Demonstrate correct use of exercise equipment or performance of exercise routines.

Interview participants to obtain medical history or assess participant goals.

Recommend methods to increase lifestyle physical activity.

Assess physical performance requirements to aid in the development of individualized recovery or rehabilitation exercise programs.

Conduct stress tests, using electrocardiograph (EKG) machines.

Teach group exercise for low-, medium-, or high-risk clients to improve participant strength, flexibility, endurance, or circulatory functioning.

Teach courses or seminars related to exercise or diet for patients, athletes, or community groups.

Plan or conduct exercise physiology research projects.

Measure amount of body fat, using such equipment as hydrostatic scale, skinfold calipers, or tape measures.

Teach behavior modification classes related to topics such as stress management or weight control.

Calibrate exercise or testing equipment.

Supervise maintenance of exercise or exercise testing equipment.

Measure oxygen consumption or lung functioning, using spirometers.

Educate athletes or coaches on techniques to improve athletic performance, such as heart rate monitoring, recovery techniques, hydration strategies, or training limits.

Present exercise knowledge, program information, or research study findings at professional meetings or conferences.

Order or recommend diagnostic procedures, such as stress tests, drug screenings, or urinary tests.

Mentor or train staff to lead group exercise.

Perform routine laboratory tests of blood samples for cholesterol level or glucose tolerance.

Evaluate staff performance in leading group exercise or conducting diagnostic tests.