Fitness

The Fitness Concentration is part of the Health & Wellness major.

Are you energized by movement, motivated to help others, and passionate about living a healthy lifestyle? Our Fitness program is designed for students who want to turn their love of physical activity and wellness into a rewarding career helping others reach their goals.

You’ll explore the science of human performance—studying anatomy, physiology, exercise prescription, nutrition, and and chronic disease—while gaining hands-on experience with the tools and techniques used by fitness professionals today. Our Fitness concentration adds breadth and depth in fitness with additional coursework in nutrition, and will prepare you to take the prestigious American College of Sports Medicine Personal Trainer exam. With a certified personal trainer as the instructor of a senior year class, you’ll work with clients from our campus community as they learn and apply the principles of personal training. 

The Fitness concentration provides a strong foundation if you are interested in pursuing the Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. As businesses, government, and insurance organizations continue to recognize the benefits of health and fitness programs for their employees, incentives to join gyms or other types of health clubs are expected to increase the need for fitness trainers and instructors.

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