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Exercise Physiologist

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Example of Exercise Physiologist Job

Assess, plan, or implement fitness programs that include exercise or physical activities such as those designed to improve cardiorespiratory function, body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, or flexibility.List of Exercise Physiologist Job Duties

Teach group exercise for low-, medium-, or high-risk clients to improve participant strength, flexibility, endurance, or circulatory functioning.Demonstrate correct use of exercise equipment or performance of exercise routines.Explain exercise program or physiological testing procedures to participants.Plan or conduct exercise physiology research projects.Provide emergency or other appropriate medical care to participants with symptoms or signs of physical distress.Assess physical performance requirements to aid in the development of individualized recovery or rehabilitation exercise programs.Skills Required

Exercise Physiologists state the following job skills are important in their day-to-day work:Critical Thinking : Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Active Listening : Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.Speaking : Talking to others to convey information effectively.Reading Comprehension : Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.Writing : Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.Instructing : Teaching others how to do something.Job Opportunities for Exercise Physiologists

There were about 15,100 jobs for Exercise Physiologist in 2016 (in the United States). New jobs are being produced at a rate of 13.2% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 2,000 new jobs for Exercise Physiologist by 2026. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 1,100 job openings in this field each year.What is the Average Salary of an Exercise Physiologist

Exercise Physiologists make between $34,410 and $78,810 a year. Exercise Physiologists who work in

California, New York, or Virginia , make the highest salaries.Tools & Technologies Used by Exercise Physiologists

Although they’re not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Exercise Physiologists:Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookEmail softwareMEDITECH softwareHow do I Become an Exercise Physiologist?

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