ACSM, in partnership with Exercise Connection, offers the Autism Exercise Specialist Certificate®, a unique course and credential that gives you
The global fitness industry is witnessing a surge in demand for inclusive platforms designed for individuals with disabilities (IWDs), with
This blog features only a small portion of the extensive material included in ACSM’s Autism Exercise Specialist Certificate course, developed by
The American College of Sports Medicine, along with partner Exercise Connection, today announced a new continuing education course for exercise
“Our kids won’t want to do that; they don’t like to exercise.” When I first proposed an exercise program for
“My child is no longer involved in occupational therapy or physical therapy, so he’s not moving as much. What should
As a fitness professional, working with a client with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) can present a uniquely difficult, though
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.
