What they do

As a Fitness Trainer, you’ll lead individuals of various ages and health conditions in exercise activities. You will be demonstrating the proper form and technique to perform the exercise. You’ll also be monitoring their performance, making sure they perform the exercise routine correctly, and provide them with tips and advice on nutrition. Find out more about what’s it like working as a Fitness Trainer.

How to become one

You don’t need a degree to become a Fitness Trainer. However, you need to be certified. While some employers might hire you without certifications, getting one will increase your chances of being accepted for the position.

Having an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or Physical Education would be a huge plus.

How much they make

$45650

What they do

As a coach, you will be coaching sports team with their training and practice. You’ll motivate members of the team, instruct them on fitness techniques, and help enhance their performance. The knowledge to create nutrition plans for each member of the team would be a huge plus! Find out more about what’s it like working as a coach.

How to become one

A Bachelor’s Degree is common among coaches. A major in Exercise Science would be a huge beneficiary in your career as a coach. Sometimes, to work as a high school coach, you might need state teaching credentials.

How much they make

$47100

What they do

An Athletic Therapist treat injuries related to sports. They create programs to help athletes with recovery and provide injury prevention advice. You will be required to work with injured players through various routines. You’ll guide them as they use physical training equipment. Then, you’ll monitor their progress until they regain their full performance.

As for Recreational Therapists, they almost have the same roles but with a wider range of clients. They work with people with injuries or disabilities in hospitals and medical centers. Find out more about what’s it like working as a Recreational Therapist.

How to become one

You will typically need a Bachelor’s Degree. 9 out of 10 Recreational Therapists said they hold a Bachelor’s degree while only 1 out of them hold a Master’s degree.

How much they make

$51260

What they do

If you choose to become an Exercise Physiologist, you’ll be mostly working with patients to improve their physical health. Your clients can include patients who have chronic diseases.

Your job starts with analyzing the patient’s cardiovascular function and metabolism with the help of various tests. Then, based on the results, you should be able to design an exercise program that matches their health needs. Find out more about what’s it like working as an Exercise Physiologist.

How to become one

You will typically need at least a Bachelor’s Degree. Most Exercise Physiologists actually hold a Master’s degree. In most cases, employers would require you to be certified by the American Society of Exercise Physiologists.

How much they make

$54020

What they do

A Massage Therapist helps treat patients using many techniques that include touch in order to relieve pain. Your massage methods could reduce stress, help with injuries, or improve the overall well-being of your client.

You will also be providing clients with advise on improving their posture, relaxation techniques, and rehabilitative exercises. Find out more about what’s it like working as a Massage Therapist.

How to become one

To become a Massage Therapist, you need to have a Certificate or Diploma in Massage Therapy that is recognised by your state’s licensing board. Next, you need to take an approved national exam in Massage Therapy. This could be the Massage and Bodywork Licesing Examination (MBLEx) or the Board Certification Exam in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCETMB). After passing the exam, the final step would be to apply for licensure. Each state has different requirements.

In terms of an Exercise Science degree, you don’t need one but it sure will make you stand out above other applicants. More importantly, that degree will open up career opportunities that wouldn’t be available to you without an ES degree.

How much they make

$47350

What they do

As a Health Educator, your job will require you to teach people from different backgrounds on how to live a healthy lifestyle.

You will be providing them with nutrition facts and educate them on best practices to become healthier and things to avoid. You will also be conducting classes organized by the facility you’re working at. Find out more about what’s it like working as a Health Educator.

How to become one

We recommend that you get a Bachelor’s degree in Health Education or a related field. 83% of Health Educators we surveyed said they hold either an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.

Employers would favour job candidates who are certified from the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing (NCHEC).

How much they make

$62120

What they do

A Fitness Coordinator works in gyms and health facilities. Their job is to organize and plan out the fitness activities practiced in these facilities. You will also be responsible to keep your gym organized and ensuring all fitness equipment are properly maintained. In smaller gyms and facilities, you might be asked to fulfil some administrative tasks. Learn more about what’s it like working as a Fitness Coordinator.

How to become one

You should have a Bachelor’s degree. 7 out of 10 Fitness Coordinators we surveyed said they hold a Bachelor’s degree.

How much they make

$93830