A degree in fitness management will prepare you for a wide variety of careers. You’ll learn to implement and assess a variety of health fitness measures, develop an exercise program, design a complete fitness management plan that evaluates the essential administrative aspects, and evaluate individual efforts toward maintaining a healthy and physically active lifestyle.
I picked fitness management because I am very interested in helping people live the life that they want but in a healthier way. I also picked this major because it is very versatile — I can do a lot with it. Lastly, I picked this major because it allows me to work in an environment that I love to be in. Olivet is an amazing school and I would encourage anyone who is interested in fitness management to attend. — Madison, fitness management major
With this concentration, you’ll develop a foundation in accounting, management, marketing and more to combine your passion for fitness with business management, entrepreneurship and more.
Group fitness instructors organize and lead group exercise classes, which can include aerobic exercises, stretching or muscle conditioning. They develop exercise plans and may lead classes that use specific exercise equipment.
The primary role of the specialist is to think outside of the box in an effort to choose the right marketing tactics to promote specific sporting events and teams or even to promote products and services that are sold in retail stores or arenas.
A wellness coach is a supportive guide who helps clients set health goals, lose weight, improve energy, better manage stress and more.
Fitness center directors oversee the fitness-related aspects of a gym or other type of health club. They often handle administrative duties, such as scheduling personal training sessions for clients and creating workout incentive programs.
Recognizes students in the areas of physical education, health, recreation, dance, human performance, exercise science, sports medicine and sports management.
Established to follow the guidelines set forth by the NCAA, which is the college’s governing body for athletics. This committee allows the…