Hot Topic | Exercise as a Pain Management Modality
Pain does not always need a pill, sometimes a barbell might be part of the necessary prescription. This idea may seem counterintuitive; when experiencing pain, the thought of exercising may sound daunting. However, exercise is a powerful stimulus, a fact routinely highlighted in health and fitness literature. There are countless studies and articles that cover […]
“Make Our Children Healthy Again,” NIH & CDC Funding, and the President’s 2026 Health Care Agenda | Updates
“Make Our Children Healthy Again” outlines physical activity initiatives, policy & research recs + insights on the 2026 Health Care Agenda
Active Voice | Combined Cold Exposure and Exercise Slows Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) Progression
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has become a growing health concern, affecting approximately one in four people worldwide. Despite its prevalence, effective treatment strategies remain limited. While diet and exercise are widely recommended, little is known about how combining cold exposure with exercise might influence NAFLD progression—and the molecular mechanisms behind it. To explore this, […]
Science Spotlight | New ESM Fund Helps Students Cover open Access Costs
The Exercise, Sport and Movement (ESM) journal editors recognize that the cost of publishing open access (the article processing charge, or APC) is often a burden for authors. To help address this burden, the ESM editors are proud to announce the launch of the ESM Student APC Assistance Fund on July 1, 2025. Details: Eligibility: […]
The Latest Updates on Research Funding and Executive Orders
ACSM is actively monitoring developments that directly affect our members and the broader research community. Check out updates from a significant boost to NIH funding in the Senate’s FY 2026 Labor-HHS bill to a GAO ruling on NIH’s grant obligations and a new Executive Order reshaping federal grantmaking, to a new CDC Director who brings fresh leadership to a critical agency.
Advancing Open Access: ESM’s Contributions to Equity and Innovation in Scientific Publishing
Open access (OA) publishing has significantly transformed the landscape of scientific research, providing exciting opportunities for greater accessibility, collaboration, and public engagement. At Exercise, Sport, and Movement (ESM), an ACSM journal, we are exploring these opportunities while confronting the challenges inherent in OA publishing.
Supporting Physical Activity Initiatives in Rural Communities
Rural-dwelling individuals have higher rates of physical inactivity and chronic diseases — as well as lower life expectancies and poorer health outcomes — than those living in urban areas. The implementation of physical activity interventions should be encouraged in such communities to improve health and reduce disease risk. However, there are multiple considerations unique to […]
GSSI Presented Webinar Q&A | Supporting Female Athletes
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ACSM Announces Paper of the Year Awards for Scientific Journals
The American College of Sports Medicine® (ACSM) has announced its Paper of the Year selections for each of its six highly acclaimed scientific journals. As the leader in advancing sports medicine and exercise science research, ACSM’s annual Paper of the Year award recognizes the demonstrated scientific, scholarly significance and overall impact of an article published […]
Finding Green Flags in Journal Quality
In honor of Publication Integrity Week, and with so many scientific journals to choose from, it is important to discuss how to determine journal quality. There are several indexes that provide journal rankings using a variety of algorithms. One of the most well-known is the impact factor (IF) which is calculated by Clarivate Analytics for journals […]