Science Spotlight | Webinar, Newsletter, Podcast & Conferences
ACSM’s 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 […]
Active Voice | Inside the Veins of an Ultra-Trail Runner
Once reserved for a small group of passionate runners, ultra-trail races, defined as events longer than the standard 42 km marathon, have attracted a growing number of participants in recent years. In this expanding field, the Tor des Géants stands out as a true behemoth; spanning 330 km with 24,000 meters of elevation gain, it […]
Status and Process Update on ACSM Discontinued Certification Programs
Over the past few years, the CCRB Executive Council (CCRB EC) initiated a comprehensive review of ACSM’s certification programs to ensure alignment with current professional standards and best practices in credentialing. As a result, the CCRB EC formally discontinued its specialty certifications and transitioned them into educational certificate programs. The programs affected by this decision […]
The Autism Exercise Specialist Certificate®: Transforming Higher Education Through Microcredentialing
Addressing a Growing Need According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 in 31 children is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). As ASD diagnoses continue to rise, it is crucial for higher education institutions to integrate neurodiversity-focused learning into their curricula. Aurora University has done just that through its Neurodiversity […]
GSSI Presented Webinar Q&A | Supporting Female Athletes
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Why You Should Consider the Autism Exercise Specialist Certificate®
ACSM, in partnership with Exercise Connection, offers the Autism Exercise Specialist Certificate®, a unique course and credential that gives you the skills and credibility you need to work with an important and underserved population. ACSM is all about collaboration, teamwork and creating win-win scenarios. And the relationship between exercise professionals and autistic clients is the […]
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.