ACSM, AMSSM Foundation Announce ‘Breaking Barriers’ Research Grant

The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Research Committee and The AMSSM Foundation are proud to announce the launch of the Breaking Barriers Research Grant, a new funding opportunity aimed at advancing health and well-being for traditionally underrepresented communities in sports medicine.  “The American College of Sports Medicine is honored to collaborate with the AMSSM […]

ACSM Health & Fitness Summit Moves Online for 2026

After years of welcoming the health and fitness community in person, ACSM will present the 2026 Health & Fitness Summit in an online, on-demand format.  This decision was made following thorough consultation with key stakeholders, including certified professionals, the ACSM Employer Advisory Board, regional chapter leaders, and ACSM leadership. The consistent message: multiple days away […]

Science Spotlight | Upcoming Webinar Opportunities and More

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ACSM From Around Field Science Webinar Series Open to Students ACSM’s From Around the Field Science webinar series is designed to provide ACSM students and members with an opportunity to learn about the diverse science our members conduct. Join us for informal discussions with our ACSM members to hear more about what they study, the […]

ACSM, ACE Announce Education Partnership to Benefit Industry 

The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE) have announced a new collaborative partnership that will strengthen the health and fitness industry. Through this two-year agreement, the organizations will jointly offer high-quality, evidence-based education for health and fitness professionals worldwide.  “Our strategic partnership with ACE marks a pivotal moment […]

ACSM Names Incoming Editor-in-Chief of Open Access Journal 

The American College of Sports Medicine is pleased to announce Jennifer J. Heisz, Ph.D., as the next Editor-in-Chief (EIC) of Exercise, Sport, and Movement (ESM). Dr. Heisz was selected from among a pool of many talented and qualified candidates through a rigorous application and interview process.  Dr. Heisz is an Associate Professor in the Department […]

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