undergraduate
Exercise physiology
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What is an exercise physiology major?
Exercise physiology students learn the physiological processes involved in physical or motor activity, including sensorimotor interactions, response mechanisms, and the effects of injury, disease, and disability. Course topics include muscular and skeletal anatomy, molecular and cellular basis of muscle contraction, fuel utilization, neurophysiology of motor mechanics, systemic physiological responses such as respiration, blood flow, and endocrine secretions, fatigue and exhaustion, muscle and body training, physiology of specific exercises and activities, physiology of injury, and the effects of disabilities and disease.
of students said a highlight of this major was the fascinating subject.
of students found this major to be difficult.
of students said they were motivated to select this major because it fit their passion & interest.
of students and alumni plan on being or are currently employed in an occupation related to this major.
of students said balancing many projects & deadlines was a challenging aspect of the major.
How much do exercise physiology majors make?
This data isn't currently reported, but we're working on it!
How popular is exercise physiology as a major?
Each year, around 3,720 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 10 students obtain an associate degree in exercise physiology. In 2021, 4,031 students received a bachelor's degree and fewer than 5 students received an associate degree. This is 7% more exercise physiology majors than there were in 2020. Exercise physiology is one of the most popular majors within kinesiology and physical therapy.
Advice from exercise physiology majors
Share your experienceI majored in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology at UF. The program was challenging but the classes within my major were interesting and kept me engaged. I would recommend finding a group of like-minded students in your classes to study with. It is difficult to succeed on your own. Strength is in numbers!
Using those resources around the campus and having connections with the students and professors here. Try to join the Exercise Physiology Student Organization as well to know the potential of this program.
Work part time school full time.. If possible!
To have fun with your choice of major! Get involved, whether that be with the professors and classmates or clubs and extracurricular activities! Try to maintain a healthy social life with school work!
My advice would be to be on top of your work. The readings, exams, quizzes, etc pile up fast. I also recommend to study as you learn. Re-reading/writing notes after class can help you retain the information, so when it comes to study, you don't have to cram everything in at once. One more thing, do not be afraid to ask for help. Tutors are there for a reason and they want to help you!
