Exercise Physiology - Wellness and Fitness
Program Info
Shape Healthier Lives as a TROY Exercise Physiology Major
Is the gym your medicine? Troy University's B.S. in exercise physiology with a concentration in wellness and fitness will empower you to help people lose weight, stay active and achieve their health goals at any age. As an exercise physiology major at TROY, you'll gain a deep understanding of how exercise and physical activity influence health, well-being, disease prevention and performance. This program combines courses in exercise science and human physiology, preparing you for strength and conditioning jobs, health and wellness coaching jobs, corporate fitness trainer jobs and much more.
A Hands-on Health Promotion and Wellness Degree
As an exercise physiology major at TROY, you'll gain experience where it counts: in the lab, the gym and the field. Through courses like Sport and Exercise Nutrition and Principles of Strength and Conditioning, you'll measure body composition, learn biomechanical lifting techniques and study how the human body responds to exertion. In Cardiovascular Physiology, you'll study how aerobic activity impacts long-term health. Labs in Human Anatomy and Kinesiology build your scientific foundation, while an internship gives you hands-on experience for a wide range of health and fitness careers, including strength and conditioning jobs. From the classroom to the lab to the gym, your experience at TROY will turn your love for fitness into your life's path.
A Path to Rewarding Jobs for Exercise Physiology Majors
Want to know how to become a certified wellness coach or help professional athletes reach their potential? Whether you're pursuing strength and conditioning coach jobs, planning for graduate school or still asking “what can you do with an exercise physiology major?,” TROY's Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology with a concentration in wellness and fitness will prepare you for your next move. You'll be well prepared to pursue the Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C) credential from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) as well as the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). These are gold-standard certifications that can strengthen your expertise and your applications for jobs or graduate study.
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology Degree Curriculum
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology Locations
As an exercise physiology major, you'll get hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities on the Troy Campus. For more information about program availability and delivery options, call 1-800-414-5756.
Support for Every Exercise Physiology Major
As one of the leading colleges with an exercise physiology major — and the first in Alabama to earn the prestigious Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accreditation — you'll learn alongside fellow fitness buffs, registered trainers and leading sports scientists who bring years of experience into the classroom. Whether you're collaborating with local gyms, designing personal training plans or working directly with clients in cardiac rehabilitation, you'll hone your skills in a community that supports your growth. You'll even have the opportunity to connect with global thought leaders in exercise science through our study abroad program at Coventry University in the United Kingdom.
Strength and Conditioning Jobs with Your TROY Degree
TROY's wellness and fitness concentration prepares you for a wide range of jobs for exercise physiology majors, from strength and conditioning coach jobs and health and wellness coaching jobs to corporate fitness trainer jobs and beyond.
Faculty Profiles
Michael S. Green, Ph.D.
Exercise Physiology Major: Pre-Health Professions Concentration
In addition to the wellness and fitness concentration, TROY offers the pre-health professions concentration within the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology. This focused specialization prepares you for graduate studies in areas such as occupational therapy, physical therapy or physician assistant programs. With courses in rehabilitative exercise, microbiology and health concepts, you'll build the foundation you need to excel in advanced study.
Exercise Physiology Major Scholarships
Pursue a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology with Less Financial Burden
TROY offers a wide range of scholarships to help make your college education more
affordable, including the Barry Baker Endowed Scholarship, the Athletic Training and Leadership Endowed Scholarship and the Element Health Scholarship — all designed specifically for students pursuing a TROY health promotion and wellness degree.
FAQ About the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology
TROY's program prepares you for numerous jobs and further study in exercise science. Graduates of TROY's exercise physiology bachelor's program have become personal trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, dietitians, fitness and wellness coordinators, community health workers among other health and fitness professionals.
TROY's program is exceptionally hands-on, pushing you beyond just textbooks with required internships and field experiences, including practical work in cardiac rehabilitation. Plus, as the first exercise physiology program in Alabama to earn Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accreditation and to be recognized by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), you'll receive a top-tier education that aligns with industry standards and helps you stand out in the job market.
No, but it could be a better fit for you depending on your goals. If you're considering a degree in strength and conditioning, the wellness and fitness concentration in our B.S. in exercise physiology leads to similar career outcomes with added flexibility and a broader health science foundation, preparing you for careers after graduation or further study in professional school.
Absolutely. TROY's program is actually the first exercise physiology program in Alabama to earn the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accreditation, a respected credential that reflects the high quality of our curriculum. Plus, it's recognized by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), so you know you're getting an education that prepares you for top certifications and a successful career.
Yes. TROY's wellness and fitness concentration is designed to prepare you for several key industry certifications, including those from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). You'll gain the knowledge and skills that are foundational for pursuing certifications that will help you excel as a wellness coach or in similar health and fitness roles.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the top five jobs in exercise physiology — wellness and fitness include:
- Exercise physiologist
- Personal trainer/Fitness instructor
- Health education specialist
- Athletic trainer
- Sports performance specialist
While some of these roles may require additional certifications or advanced degrees, TROY's program gives you the strong academic foundation needed to pursue them.