Key Changes to ACSM Cert Exams Effective July 10, 2025 | What to Expect and How to Prepare
The ACSM Committee on Certification and Registry Boards (CCRB) is committed to keeping its certification programs aligned with the latest professional standards and industry best practices. To achieve this, the CCRB conducts regular Job Task Analyses (JTAs) every five to seven years and continually updates exam policies, procedures and continuing competence requirements. The last major […]
The Essential Role of the Athletic Trainer
Learn about the critical role athletic trainers play in safeguarding the physical and mental health and well-being of student-athletes.
Anaerobic Programming for Clients with Disabilities
Anaerobic exercise is a great way to build and maintain muscle. It can also help clients improve some of the functional movements associated with their disability. Here’s how to build a successful anaerobic exercise program.
Training Clients with Cancer
Cancer is the No. 2 cause of death in the United States, but physical activity before, during and after a cancer diagnosis has been linked to better health outcomes.
Training Clients with Nonprogressive Brain Injuries
The main nonprogressive brain injuries you’re likely to encounter are stroke, traumatic brain injury and cerebral palsy. Each comes with unique root causes, considerations and outcomes, and clients with different conditions will benefit from different exercise programs.
Setting Client-Centered Goals
Trainers tend to be highly motivated go-getters, but it’s important to let your clients take the wheel when setting their goals. Help them navigate, but let them steer.
Your Inclusive Fitness Specialist Certificate & Where It Can Take You
The fitness industry is a growing field — earning an ACSM/NCHPAD Inclusive Fitness Specialist Certificate will separate you from the competition and give you the tools to assist critically underserved populations. Learn about the prerequisites for earning this certificate, how to earn it, and what career opportunities open up once its earned. Infographic and specialist course created […]
Training Disabled Clients: Anatomy & Biomechanics
Assessing and training clients with physical disabilities requires you to not only understand the ways the body moves but also the ways in which certain conditions restrict and affect movement.
Training Clients with Communication Disorders
Clear communication, and some thoughtful preparation, can make all the difference for clients with visual, auditory or speech impairments.
Coaching Youth Golfers
Brent Nicoson, head women’s golf coach at Grand Canyon University, shares valuable insights for youth golf coaches and parents.
