Department: Movement Arts, Health Promotion and Leisure Studies 

A minor in exercise physiology is available to students who desire in-depth study of how the body reacts to participation in physical exercise. Emphasis is on strength development, cardiovascular function, metabolism, exercise prescription and the interaction of body systems. Career opportunities are available in health and fitness settings associated with industry, hospitals, agencies and human service organizations. This minor is not open to students already concentrating in Exercise Science/Health Fitness.