Exercise Physiologists

Exercise physiologists who work at hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and other clinical settings may advance by becoming managers of teams of exercise physiologists or moving to facilities that are larger or more prestigious. Those who work in educational settings may advance by being assigned additional responsibilities and managerial tasks or moving on to larger schools. Exercise physiologists employed by postsecondary institutions advance in academic rank and may eventually head their departments. Self-employed exercise physiologists advance by attracting more clients or expanding the size of their businesses.