Analyzing a patients medical history to assess any potential risks that exercise may pose Performing fitness and stress tests on patients to determine their strengths, limitations and the most appropriate starting point for a new program Measuring and monitoring patient vital signs, such as heart rate, blood pressure, heart rhythms and oxygen levels Evaluate a persons overall health, with special attention to cardiovascular function and metabolism Develop individualized exercise prescriptions to increase physical fitness, strength, endurance and flexibility Design customized exercise programs to meet health care needs and athletic performance goals Educate patients about their injuries and health conditions and provide information about how to stay healthy Teach patients how to perform exercises safely and effectively