Hot Topic | Exercise & Rest in Concussion Recovery
The first International Consensus Statement on Concussion in Sport was published in 2002. Among its recommendations was the guideline that athletes should have complete rest until asymptomatic, preventing athletes from playing while still recovering. Some clinicians also encouraged no screen viewing or social interaction. This rest approach was largely based on several animal research studies […]
Science Spotlight | Career-Building Opportunities for Students at the Annual Meeting
ACSM will again provide opportunities for students to work with staff and professionals to review their CV, resume or LinkedIn profile. Students will be able to discuss career goals, post-graduation plans and job applications to help coordinate their personal resources, such as resumes, social media profiles and application letters. The ACSM Student Lounge, housed in […]
National Volunteer Week | A Letter from President Volpe and CEO Feltman
To All Our ACSM Volunteers : As president and CEO, respectively, of ACSM, we want to jointly thank you for the time and effort you are contributing to the fields of sports medicine, exercise science and related fields — not only during National Volunteer Week, but for the other 51 weeks of the year as […]
Speed Development for Young Athletes
Hear from Lee Taft, “the Speed Guy,” about athletic movement in young athletes, and the science behind how everyone can improve their speed.
As the Sun Sets, My Heart is Full | A Note From ACSM President Volpe
“Every sunset brings the promise of a new dawn.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson I love good sunsets. Every one is different, but they all have two things in common: they always bring incredible joy with their breathtaking beauty, and that beauty helps to end the day. Sunsets make great analogies as well because, as the […]
ACSM Unveils Enhanced Cancer Exercise Program Directory
Leading resource provides accessible support for cancer survivors and clinicians Millions of individuals living with and beyond cancer can now find accessible, customized exercise programs to aid in their recovery and rehabilitation. ACSM’s Moving Through Cancer Program has announced an expanded Exercise Program Directory that is now available to cancer survivors, caregivers, oncology clinicians and […]
Clinical Highlights from Current Sports Medicine Reports | Q1 2025
Happy April and welcome to the highlights and review of the AMAZING material published over the last quarter in Current Sports Medicine Reports (CSMR). See you in Atlanta! From time-to-time CSMR publishes Invited Commentaries. I’ve highlighted an important Invited Commentary from this past quarter below: Rural-Nonrural Disparities in Sports Medicine Access in Secondary School Athletics […]
ACSM Strategic Plan Update: Great Progress and Momentum
By Heather Chambliss, PhD, FACSM, Strategic Planning Committee Chair The Strategic Planning Committee (SPC) continues to lead the implementation and tracking of ACSM’s five bold goals with measurable progress across key areas. In 2024, ACSM achieved solid momentum. Out of 125 total tactics, 24 have been completed, reflecting a 19% overall completion rate. An additional […]
Policy Corner | HHS Changes, Confirmations & the Federal Budget
ACSM’s governmental affairs staff and the Health and Science Policy Committee continue to track, assess and react to developments in the new Congress and administration. Here are the most recent activities we are monitoring in order to best serve our members and certified professionals. HHS Workforce Reductions and Realignment On March 27, 2025, the Department […]
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 […]