Science Spotlight | ACSM Releases New Expert Consensus Statement
ACSM is pleased to announce the publication of a new pronouncement, “Initial Exercise Guidelines for Children and Adolescents during and beyond Cancer Treatments: ACSM Expert Consensus Statement.” The paper is published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise (MSSE) and was chaired by Alejandro Lucia, MD, PhD and authored by the expert writing group […]
Hot Topic | Autism and Exercise Participation
Exercise is one of the most effective tools for improving physical and mental health, yet autistic individuals remain one of the most underserved populations in physical activity settings. Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that includes deficits in sensory and communication skills, and restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior and/or activities. Despite the well-established benefits of […]
Science Spotlight | June 2026 Highlights
Application to serve on an ACSM Pronouncement Writing Group extended. The ACSM Pronouncement Committee is extending the application window until June 26, 2026 11:59 p.m. PT for ACSM members in good standing to serve as an author for a recently approved update to the previous “Nutrition and Athletic Performance” position stand. This update will be […]
Active Voice | Rethinking Cardiac Aging: Resistance Training is More Than a Muscle Intervention
For decades, we have told our patients, students, and colleagues that aerobic exercise is the cornerstone of cardiovascular health. Walking, running, cycling, and other endurance-based activities have long been viewed as the primary exercise strategies for protecting the aging heart. Resistance training, meanwhile, has largely been prescribed for different reasons—to increase muscle mass, improve strength, […]
Science Spotlight | Apply Soon: ACSM Pronouncement Writing Group
Deadline Approaching: Applications to serve on an ACSM Pronouncement Writing Group. The application window to submit for authorship in an update to the previous “Nutrition and Athletic Performance” position stand is approaching, June 5, 2026 11:59pm PT. The ACSM Pronouncement Committee is looking for qualified experts including representation from all genders, early to late career […]
Active Voice | Exercise Improves Cerebrovascular Function in Older Adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment
Over the past decade, we have recognized that brain changes do not begin when cognitive symptoms appear. In Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and related dementias, the underlying pathophysiological processes may develop silently over many years, and cerebrovascular dysfunction is likely to be one of the earliest abnormalities. This perspective shaped a primary question of our recent […]
Science Spotlight | May 2026
Accepting applications to serve on an ACSM Pronouncement Writing Group The ACSM Pronouncement Committee is looking for ACSM members in good standing to serve as an author for a recently approved update to the previous “Nutrition and Athletic Performance” position stand. This update will be in coordination with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) […]
Hot Topic | Maximizing Human Potential Through Exercise & Technology
I am truly honored to give the upcoming Joseph B. Wolffe Memorial Lecture at the 73rd ACSM Annual Meeting. However, contemplating what to talk about after almost half a century spent researching the interactions between exercise training, nutrition, and their impact on human health and performance required careful reflection! As a former competitive athlete and […]
Science Spotlight | Student Activities, Opportunities at ACSM26
Students: Career-building opportunities at the 2026 ACSM Annual Meeting in SLC ACSM will again provide opportunities for students to engage in activities and career development opportunities at the ACSM Student Lounge, sponsored by the University of Tampa, Barry University, and Lebanon Valley College. Meet experts working in a variety of fields and connect with potential employers through the ACSM Career Center to […]
Hot Topic | How Many Steps Do You Really Need?
If you own a smartphone or wearable device, chances are you already track your daily steps. Step counting has become one of the most popular ways people monitor their physical activity, and for good reason, steps are simple, intuitive, and easy to track throughout the day. But how many daily steps are actually associated with […]
