How do they match: Exercise Physiologists

  • Calibrate exercise or testing equipment.
  • Demonstrate correct use of exercise equipment or performance of exercise routines.
  • Interview participants to obtain medical history or assess participant goals.
  • Measure amount of body fat, using such equipment as hydrostatic scale, skinfold calipers, or tape measures.
  • Prescribe individualized exercise programs, specifying equipment, such as treadmill, exercise bicycle, ergometers, or perceptual goggles.
  • Provide emergency or other appropriate medical care to participants with symptoms or signs of physical distress.
  • Supervise maintenance of exercise or exercise testing equipment.
  • Teach group exercise for low-, medium-, or high-risk clients to improve participant strength, flexibility, endurance, or circulatory functioning.

  • Advise athletes, coaches, or trainers on exercise regimens, nutrition, or equipment use.
  • Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
  • Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues.
  • Demonstrate activity techniques or equipment use.
  • Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.
  • Maintain medical equipment or instruments.
  • Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
  • Order medical diagnostic or clinical tests.
  • Present medical research reports.
  • Train caregivers or other non-medical personnel.
  • Treat medical emergencies.