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29-1128.00   Exercise Physiologists

O*NET SOC Title
Lay Titles
O*NET SOC Description
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.
O*NET SOC Tasks
Assess physical performance requirements to aid in the development of individualized recovery or rehabilitation exercise programs.
Develop exercise programs to improve participant strength, flexibility, endurance, or circulatory functioning, in accordance with exercise science standards, regulatory requirements, and credentialing requirements.
Explain exercise program or physiological testing procedures to participants.
Interpret exercise program participant data to evaluate progress or identify needed program changes.
Prescribe individualized exercise programs, specifying equipment, such as treadmill, exercise bicycle, ergometers, or perceptual goggles.
Present exercise knowledge, program information, or research study findings at professional meetings or conferences.
Detailed Work Activities
Develop exercise or conditioning programs.
Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.