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Our Vision

Extend and enrich lives through the power of movement.

Our Mission

To educate and empower professionals to advance the science and practice of health and human performance.

Members of ACSM form the world’s largest and most influential sports medicine and exercise science community.

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Find out which certification is right for you, how you can achieve it and how ACSM will support you every step of the way.

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ACSM publishes six peer-reviewed journals covering a wide range of disciplines and publishes more than 50 books and related digital content.

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Expand your career horizons and connect with your peers. ACSM's summit, annual meeting and myriad other events.

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The ACSM Foundation receives, administers and distributes over $100,000 annually to members in support of education, travel and scientific research.

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Exercise is Medicine

Exercise is Medicine® (EIM), an ACSM-managed global health initiative, encourages primary care physicians and other health care providers to include physical activity when designing treatment plans and to refer patients to evidence-based exercise programs and qualified exercise professionals.

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ACSM American Fitness Index

Each year, the ACSM American Fitness Index® (Fitness Index) ranks the 100 largest cities in the United States on a composite of health behaviors, chronic diseases and community infrastructure. The Fitness Index celebrates healthy, active lifestyles and encourages city leaders to update policies and systems to make it easier for people to live well.

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National Youth Sports Health & Safety Institute

The National Youth Sports Health & Safety Institute (NYSHSI) is the leading advocate for promoting and communicating the latest research and evidence-based education, recommendations and policy to improve the experience, development, health and safety of youth sports.
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Is ACSM a university? How do I apply?

ACSM doesn’t have a campus or student body, and you can’t get a degree from ACSM. Our organization is a college in the sense that ACSM members and certified sports medicine and exercise science professionals form a community that shares a common purpose — advancing health through science, education and medicine.
Who are ACSM's members?

Our membership can be broken down into four primary categories: students, alliance of health & fitness professionals, professionals (faculty, researchers and physicians) and professionals in training. Members work and study in a variety of disciplines across the fields of exercise science and sports medicine.

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How can I get involved with ACSM?

Become an ACSM member! Members serve on committees, contribute to ACSM publications and run for leadership positions.
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Can I post a job on your website?

Absolutely! Reach qualified candidates by posting an employment ad on the ACSM Career Center.
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Who is the president of ACSM?

Visit the ACSM Leadership page.
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Can I rent your membership list?

ACSM’s list rentals are managed through MGI Lists. Our sales representative, Candy Brecht, (703-706-0383 or CBrecht@mgilists.com) can provide you with options and pricing. You can also visit www.mgilists.com for more information.

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ACSM works for positive change in the health, fitness and medicine industries.

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