Content related to certification exams and preparing for them.
Starting February 2025, the ACSM Certification Board (CCRB) implemented a 3-month testing-window structure as a part of the new ACSM association management system (AMS) and to align with credentialing best practices. Exam Coupon Expiration
Effective July 10, 2025, the ACSM Committee on Certification and Registry Board (CCRB) will provide commonly used metabolic equations and
As part of ACSM Committee on Certification and Registry Board’s (CCRB) ongoing commitment to professional standards, practice, and scientific integrity,
The ACSM Committee on Certification and Registry Boards (CCRB) is committed to keeping its certification programs aligned with the latest
In the ongoing effort to position exercise professionals as part of the health care continuum, maintaining professionalism is paramount. As
For the second year in a row, Forbes Health ranked the ACSM Certified Personal Trainer (ACSM-CPT) as the top Personal
A group exercise instructor is a fitness professional who safely teaches, leads and motivates individuals through intentionally designed exercise classes.
The American College of Sports Medicine’s (ACSM) certified professionals play a crucial role in ensuring the health and safety of
Seven years ago I got my first job out of college as an exercise therapist at a local hospital, where
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.
