Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences (B.S.)

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The Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences major focuses on the scientific study of how the body functions during physical activity, exercise, and human movement. It includes instruction in muscular and skeletal anatomy, fuel utilization, the cellular basis of muscle contraction, the neuromuscular physiology of specific activities and exercise, the neuromechanics of human movement, the physiology of injury, the effects of disabilities and disease, and rehabilitative methods to regain normal movement patterns. Physical activity and exercise's impact on an individual's capacity to do work, improve physical performance, and enhance overall health by decreasing disease likelihood makes studying this major rewarding.

> "Getting my degree in exercise physiology at BYU-Idaho springboarded my progress into becoming a clinician and business owner. Not only did the classes help give me a head start in grad school, they also let me see that learning was more than a grade. It was the best choice I made for my profession."

DR. TYLER B.,
BYU-I GRADUATE

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## Highlighted Career Paths

Graduates with a degree in Exercise Physiology have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.

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Physical Therapist

Help injured or ill people improve movement and manage pain.

Athletic Trainer

Specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating muscle and bone injury and illness.

Exercise Physiologists

Develop fitness and exercise programs that help injured or sick patients recover.

Fitness and Performance Specialist

Design and lead training programs to improve strength, endurance, and overall fitness for individuals or groups.

Medical

Gain the prerequisite education to become a physician assistant, dentist, physician, chiropractor, etc.

Fitness Industry Management

Oversee operations, programs, and staff in fitness centers or wellness facilities to ensure safe, effective experiences.

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## Highlighted Courses

Build a strong foundation in human anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and therapeutic exercise while developing skills in injury prevention, movement analysis, rehabilitation techniques, and evidence-based practice to support health, recovery, and physical performance across diverse populations.

Strength Training Theory and Application

ESS 381

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Human Anatomy and Physiology I

BIO 264

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Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise

HRHP 415

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Exercise Physiology Research

ESS 497

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Sports Nutrition

Nutr 350

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Introduction to Kinesiology and Biomechanics

HRHP 359

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Exercise Physiology

ESS 375

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Aerobic Exercise in Health and Disease

ESS 386

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Sports Medicine

ESS 349

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## Related Majors

Physical Therapist Assistant (A.A.S.)

Help patients recover movement and manage pain under a physical therapist's care.

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Recreation Management (B.S.)

Plan, organize, and lead leisure and recreational activities.

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Therapeutic Recreation (B.S.)

Use recreation and leisure activity to improve the health and well-being of patients.

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Public Health: Health Science (B.S.)

Apply scientific principles to understand health, illness, and healthcare systems.

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