Exercise Physiologists

Exercise physiologists work in a variety of settings, each dependent on their specialty. Clinics, hospitals, and other health care facilities often have brightly lit, comfortable rooms designated for physical therapy or rehabilitation exercises. Some clinical sessions may take place within the patient's private hospital or nursing home room, especially if the patient is too weak for transport. Exercise physiologists may also have an office or cubicle in which to create care plans or do charting. Therapy sessions usually are scheduled during the workweek with a typical 9-to-5 schedule, but some facilities may offer rehab therapy during weekends or in the evenings.

Exercise physiologists specializing in wellness and fitness care work in spacious fitness centers or health clubs. Their hours vary throughout the day and week as determined by the needs of their clients. Those employed at corporate-operated wellness centers may work in facilities that feature the latest cardiovascular and weight training equipment, running track, and swimming pool. Corporate exercise physiologists may also maintain an office within the fitness center for individual consultations. Work hours vary from company to company.

Those employed in academic settings often have a private office. Their classes may take place in a tiny classroom or a large lecture hall, depending on class size, or at times may even take place in the school's gymnasium or fitness center. Their hours vary depending on their class load; exercise physiology professors spend many additional hours planning lessons and lectures, as well as grading students' course work and exams.