Science Spotlight | ACSM Publishes new Call to Action Statement
In July, ACSM published a new pronouncement titled, “Intentional Examination of the Social Determinants of Health in Clinical Practice and Research: An ACSM Call to Action Statement” in the Translational Journal of the American College of Sports Medicine (TJACSM). The statement was chaired by Tamerah N. Hunt, PhD, ATC, FACSM, with additional members of the […]
ACSM Advocacy Updates – July 2026
Check out updates on the re-established Presidential Youth Fitness Test and the Freedom 250 National Park Campaign.
Widening Health Divide Among U.S. Cities Revealed in 2026 ACSM American Fitness Index®
Explore the latest findings of the American Fitness Index report revealing the health disparities between America’s cities.
ACSM Calls for Greater Focus on Social Factors That Shape Health
ACSM calls for sports medicine research and patient care to better address the crucial role of social determinants of health in shaping health outcomes and reducing disparities in communities.
Comments on Proposed Rule — Uniform Grants Regulation (Revision to 2 CFR, Title 2, Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance)
Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov on July 8, 2026 Download a PDF copy of these comments here. Docket: OMB-2026-0034 Re: Comments on Proposed Rule — Uniform Grants Regulation (Revision to 2 CFR, Title 2, Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance) To Whom It May Concern: The American College of Sports Medicine® (ACSM®) appreciates the opportunity and respectfully submits the following comments […]
Science Spotlight | July 2026 Highlights
ACSM hosts “Fighting Physical Education Decline” webinar July 21, 2026 Physical education requirements are increasingly deprioritized in pre-k through college level curriculum, contributing to a decline in movement and physical activity among younger generations. Join us for this foundational EIM-On Campus (EIM-OC) webinar as we explore the shared purpose that unites us as ACSM members […]
Active Voice | How and Why Does Acute Exercise Boost our Brain?
Our cognitive function, the vital mental processes that allow us to focus, reason, and make decisions, shapes how we navigate the world. For decades, scientists in fields like sports science have extensively investigated how a single bout of exercise improves cognitive function. Yet, the exact brain pathways behind these exercise-induced cognitive improvements have long remained […]
Staying Active with Asthma: Why Air Quality Matters for Healthy Communities
For many people living with asthma, being physically active can feel complicated. Some worry that exercise will trigger symptoms or make breathing more difficult. Yet research continues to show that regular physical activity is one of the most important ways people with asthma can support their overall health and quality of life. As summer begins, […]
New Exercise Guidelines for Older Cancer Survivors: Meeting the Needs of a Rapidly Growing Population
By 2040, most cancer survivors in the U.S. will be over the age of 65. Many will survive for five or more years, which means that they will be living with the combined threats of aging and cancer well past their initial diagnosis. Cancer and its treatments can accelerate typical aging, hastening the decline toward […]
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 […]
