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Exercise Physiologists

Role Overview

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. Excludes “Physical Therapists” (29-1123), “Athletic Trainers” (29-9091), and “Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors” (39-9031).

Recommended Majors

Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology. Exercise Science and Kinesiology. Kinesiotherapy/Kinesiotherapist.

Related Careers

Acupuncturists Anesthesiologists Athletic Trainers Audiologists Audiologists Cardiologists

Salary by State (top paying)

State	Median salary
Maine	$87,300
Washington	$80,850
New York	$73,250
Oregon	$69,180
Massachusetts	$68,950
Connecticut	$68,590
Florida	$62,570
California	$61,930
Minnesota	$61,690
New Hampshire	$61,420
Illinois	$61,270
Indiana	$61,080
Colorado	$61,060
Wisconsin	$60,890
Nebraska	$60,670

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Median Annual Salary

$58,160

Projected Growth (10yr)

+9.5%

Avg. annual openings

1.7k

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