Program Overview
Exercise to improve body, mind and quality of life.
As we work to become a healthier, more active society, the demand for health and fitness professionals will continue to grow in health organizations, fitness centers, corporations, community recreation programs, and other wellness settings.
This program focuses on the effects of exercise on physical and mental health. You will examine topics in exercise physiology, sport psychology, physical activity, health and disease. Through practical experiences, students learn to apply this knowledge to help people manage weight, promote heart and lung health, improve athletic performance, prevent and fight disease, and much more.
You may also have opportunities to conduct research in the Exercise Physiology Lab and the Biomechanics Lab, where you could study metabolic rates, body composition, cardiac health, body mechanics, motor skills and other related areas.
Degree Fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Have a background in health, physical education, recreation, exercise science or other related field
- Lead an active lifestyle
- Enjoy helping others
- Want to conduct research in the field
- Are strong in the sciences
Career Outcomes
With this degree, you could become a/an:
- Exercise physiologist
- Cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation specialist
- Fitness specialist
- Personal trainer
- Fitness director
- Health fitness professional
- Community health coordinator
- Health educator
- Community fitness coordinator
- Group exercise coordinator
- Director of worksite or corporate wellness
- Athletic trainer
- Athletic coach
- Biomechanist
- Research and design specialist
- Strength and conditioning coach
Areas of Emphasis
Movement & Leisure Science: Exercise, Sport, and Health Sciences
Movement & Leisure Science: Physical Activity Pedagogy
Movement & Leisure Science: Recreation
Moscow
Available On-Campus
The University of Idaho (U of I) is a public land-grant research university located in Moscow, Idaho. Established on January 30, 1889, and opening its doors on October 3, 1892, it was the state's sole university for 71 years until 1963
Overview
- Type: Public land-grant research university
- Enrollment (Fall 2023): Approximately 11,849 students, including 9,796 undergraduates and 1,929 graduate students
- Campus Size: 1,585 acres
- Mascot: Joe Vandal
- Athletics: Competes in NCAA Division I FCS – Big Sky Conference
Academics
U of I offers over 200 areas of study for undergraduate and graduate students . The university comprises ten colleges and schools, including:
- College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
- College of Art and Architecture
- College of Business and Economics
- College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
- College of Engineering
- College of Graduate Studies
- College of Law
- College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences
- College of Natural Resources
- College of Science.
Campus and Facilities
The Moscow campus features:
- Administration Building: An iconic Collegiate Gothic-style structure with an 80-foot clock tower .
- Bruce M. Pitman Center: A hub for student services, including financial aid, admissions, and student media.
- Kibbie Dome: A multi-purpose indoor stadium for various sports and events.
- Arboretum and Botanical Garden: A 65-acre site with diverse plant species .
