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Rural-dwelling individuals have higher rates of physical inactivity and chronic diseases — as well as lower life expectancies and poorer
Addressing a Growing Need According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 in 31 children is
ACSM, in partnership with Exercise Connection, offers the Autism Exercise Specialist Certificate®, a unique course and credential that gives you
I hope everyone’s 2025 is off to a good start and welcome to the highlights and review of the AMAZING
This session explores the physiology of hydration through an integrated lens—examining how carbohydrate, sodium, flavor, and fluid interact to influence intake, absorption, retention, and performance. We’ll review current research on fluid balance, osmotic drivers, and palatability, highlighting mechanisms that underpin voluntary intake and thermoregulation. Attendees will gain insight into individualized strategies, including sweat profiling and timing approaches, to optimize euhydration and mitigate performance decrements associated with >2% body-mass loss. Practical applications will be linked to laboratory- and field-based research, ensuring translation from bench to field. This pre-conference equips you with evidence-based tools to support athlete hydration across diverse environments and sporting contexts.
