Exercise physiologist

Research shows exercise-based cardiac rehab programs help heart patients heal faster and live longer. But fewer than a third take part. Time and cost are the main barriers, doctors and patients say.

Exercise physiologists analyze their patients’ fitness in order to help them improve their health or maintain good health. They help patients with heart disease and other chronic conditions, like diabetes […]

An exercise physiologist specializes in studying how the body responds and adapts to physical activity and exercise. They apply their knowledge of exercise science and physiology to design and implement exercise programs tailored to individual needs and goals. Exercise physiologists work with individuals of all ages and fitness levels, including athletes, patients recovering from injuries or chronic illnesses, and those looking to improve their overall health and fitness.

As an exercise physiologist I often find myself educating clients around what exercise physiologists do, here I outline 5 key exercise physiology insights.

Different types of physiologists do different things. In this article you'll learn about different physiology job descriptions.

Those in the field of sports medicine can work in the field, literally, or as a Fitness Specialist, Personal Trainer, Athletic Trainer, Clinical Exercise Specialist, Exercise Physiologist, Health/Wellness Coordinator, or Physician.