ACSM Strategic Plan Update: Where We Stand at the Midway Point 

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We have crossed the halfway point of our three-year strategic plan, and ACSM volunteers, committees and staff continue to diligently work on the five bold goals, making measurable progress across key areas. Each goal is advancing at its own pace, with a strong focus on alignment and process improvements.  For only the second time in […]

Get to Know New ACSM President Carrie A. Jaworski, MD, FACSM 

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The gavel officially passed at the 2025 ACSM Annual Meeting when Carrie Jaworski, MD, FACSM became the 69th president of ACSM. Having hit the ground running, we asked Carrie about her vision for the next year, what she hopes to accomplish, what’s she’s excited about and more.  How long have you been a member of […]

CEO Quarterly Operational Report- July 2025

Now that we’ve passed the halfway mark of 2025, I want to provide an update on the work we’re doing to support our members and certified professionals.   The following information is intended to provide key highlights of operational activities including performance data, priority areas of focus, and key information to keep you abreast of our […]

Active Voice | Support During Pregnancy Loss Through Physical Activity

Pregnancy loss (miscarriage) is a common complication during early-stage pregnancy, with approximately 44 pregnancy losses occurring globally each minute. The devastation that accompanies a loss predispose women to psychological conditions such as depression and anxiety. It is estimated that of the women who experience a loss, over a third will experience depression, nearly a quarter […]

Recovery That Keeps You in the Game

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As we age it’s important to prioritize athletic recovery. Check out these science-backed tips on recovery for active older adults from Therabody.

GSSI Pre-Conference

The Physiology of Hydration: More Than Water Alone

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. 

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  • Session 1: Sweating the detail: New insights on hydration considerations for athlete performance
    • Lewis James, PhD, Associate Professor in Human Nutrition in the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough University
  • Session 2: Functional ingredients in fluid replacement beverages for athletes
    • Lindsay Baker, PhD, Director at the Gatorade Sports Science Institute
  • Session 3: The hydration toolkit: Practical approaches to athlete support
    • Floris Wardenaar, PhD, Associate Professor at the College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University