When you hear the words “exercise professional,” what do you think of? Are you not quite sure what makes an exercise professional “professional”?

The truth about exercise professionals is that they are much more than the gym-related stereotypes we might think of. And now, more than ever, we need their expertise—not only in gyms and fitness centres, but also in hospitals and health care centres, workplaces, schools, and more.

The following topics are covered:

• What an Exercise Professional is
• Why We Need Exercise Professionals
  • in Health Care
  • in Workplaces and Schools
  • in Other Settings
• Certifications for Exercise Professionals and What They Mean
• How to Make an Exercise Professional Part of Your Organization

WellSpring article (PDF, 4 pages)

References (PDF, 1 page)

Other WellSpring Issues

USEFUL LINKS ON THIS WELLSPRING TOPIC

• Provincial Fitness Unit of Alberta
• Physical Activity @ Work
• Alberta Centre for Active Living Events Listings
• CSEP (Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology) - Professional Certifications