Kinesiology and Applied Physiology Graduate Program
Health and wellness content, especially related to exercise, is everywhere on social media.
Many sedentary Americans find it hard to start (and maintain) physical activity. |
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| What type of exercise is best? What gym should I join? How do I get started? |
I won’t fit in at a gym. What if I get hurt? Is exercise safe for me? |
I can’t find the time. I don’t know where to begin. It’s too expensive. |
Many athletes and avid exercisers can find it hard to sift through the hype to find scientifically proven strategies to maximize performance. |
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| Proper form | Optimal progression | Injury recovery |
Why Rutgers?
Our students have access to:
● In-person classes that allow full access to faculty experts and opportunities to share experiences, learn from others, and build professional networks.
● A large local hospital system that provides hands-on training opportunities with many populations across various medical departments.
● A Northeast hub – nestled between Philadelphia and New York City – with available internship sites to meet any interest.
● Federally funded research scientists applying exercise science theories and methods to improve health of Americans.
● A large state university setting with unparalleled resources, core facilities and access to collaborations.
● A Big10 university with hands-on training opportunities with NCAA Division I athletes.
Are you interested in making the world a more active place?
Exercise experts are needed in many fields. Our programs train students for jobs in:
| Healthcare | Training & Performance |
Science & Research |
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