Networking Tips for Students at the ACSM Annual Meeting
The ACSM Annual Meeting provides students with opportunities to connect with sports medicine professionals, grow their skills and build lasting relationships with peers and mentors. To help you make the most of your time at the conference, the ACSM Student Affairs Committee has compiled a list of networking tips tailored specifically for students. Networking Tips […]
Exercise is Medicine at the Center of Sports Medicine, Hospital da Luz, Lisboa, Portugal
Discover the Center of Sports Medicine and its multidisciplinary team dedicated to enhancing health through tailored sports programs.
The Growing Recognition of Exercise Professionals in Healthcare: A Victory for Collaboration
Learn about the important legal cases involving Greek exercise professionals and the implications for health and fitness practices.
House Approves Budget Resolution, NIH Leadership and Grant Review Updates
Updates on potential Congressional tax cuts and spending reductions, progress on Jay Bhattacharya’s vetting for NIH directorship, and the resumption of NIH’s grant review meetings.
Sit Less, Move More, and Exercise: The Reasons Why
You can’t out-run a sedentary lifestyle. New research shows that light-intensity physical activity is an important part of your routine for health.
A Legacy of Mentorship, Research, and Leadership in Exercise Science: Linda S. Pescatello, PhD, FACSM, FAHA
Dr. Linda Pescatello’s contributions to the field of exercise science and to ACSM have been significant. Learn about her legacy of leadership and mentorship.
Heat, Climate Change and Work Protections
Learn about OSHA’s proposed rule that aims to protect workers from heat illness with hydration, rest breaks, and temperature monitoring.
Importance of Exercise in Hypertension Identification and Management
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, remains the leading modifiable cardiovascular disease risk factor. It is estimated that nearly half of American adults have hypertension, which is defined as a resting systolic blood pressure greater than or equal to 130 mmHg and/or a diastolic blood pressure greater than or equal to 80 mmHg. Even more alarming, […]
Policy Corner: Developments Associated With the New Administration
We continue to monitor and assess the rapidly changing developments in the nation’s capital and their potential impact on ACSM’s vision and mission. We are actively looking for opportunities to communicate ACSM’s position and influence decisions regarding the critical importance of scientific research and access to physical activity for all citizens. Here are the latest […]
Pregnancy, 24-Hour Physical Activity Behavior and Infant Growth
Physical activity during pregnancy is recommended for its many benefits for both mother and fetus, including reducing the risk of pregnancy complications, perinatal depression and risk factors for childhood obesity, such as high birthweight. Many people of reproductive age are not active, and pregnancy can be a motivating time to start physical activity. Fortunately, current guidelines […]
