Biological sex is a primary determinant of athletic performance because of fundamental sex differences in anatomy and physiology dictated by sex chromosomes and sex hormones.
Statement available in
@TJACSMonline
and
@MSSEonline
Paper & resources:
This morning ACSM staff surprised
@nicolekeithphd
with a celebration parade to welcome her on her first day as ACSM President. We are so blessed to have your leadership, Dr. Keith!
Are you physically active enough? ACSM &
@CDCgov
recommend that adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise, 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic exercise, or a combination of both, per week & also partake in resistance training exercises at least 2X per week.
ACSM is saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Blair, ACSM president 1996-97. His countless contributions to the college and the field will continue to impact lives for generations to come.
Received the heartbreaking news that Steve Blair passed away last night. A true luminary in our field, but I'll remember him for his kindness and incredible support he showed me since becoming dept chair of
@UofSCExSci
. A great scientist...an even better man. Our hearts are heavy
For all adults, exercise is important for cancer prevention & specifically lowers risk of seven common types of cancer: colon, breast, endometrial, kidney, bladder, esophagus and stomach.
#ExerciseOncology
Read the paper:
Graphic:
Health benefits are gained when adults achieve 150-300 min/week of moderate intensity exercise, or 75-150 min of vigorous intensity exercise/week. Several tools and methods are used to monitor exercise intensity.
Download the infographic:
People of all ages and abilities who regularly participate in resistance exercise reduce risk of numerous diseases, improve quality of life and reduce mortality.
Download the infographic:
Are genetics involved in your athletic ability? Yes--to a certain extent.
How much?
~47% of exercise endurance
~50% of exercise endurance trainability
~52% of strength
~46% of strength trainability
~20-92% daily physical activity level
#SEACSM18
Previously, Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recognized that regular exercise reduced the risk of breast and colon cancer.
In 2018 that list has been expanded to include bladder, endometrium, esophagus, kidney, lung and stomach cancers.
#ACSMSummit
#exerciseoncology
In response to recent events and subsequent civil unrest, ACSM has released an official statement on diversity, equity and inclusion.
Read the full statement here:
Substantial health benefits are gained when adults achieve 150-300 min/week of moderate intensity exercise or 75-150 min of vigorous intensity exercise/week. Utilizing tools/method to monitor intensity help adults achieve exercise goals.
Download:
Now available: Infographic outlines effects of exercise on health-related outcomes in those with cancer. Chart features evidence-based physical activity recommendations & the associated benefits for specific symptoms & side effects of cancer & treatments.
ACSM announces new task force to pursue reimbursement for Certified Exercise Physiologists and Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologists, led by Immediate Past President William E. Kraus, M.D., FACSM.
Learn more:
#ACSMCertified
ACSM's 2021 Annual Meeting is going virtual!
This includes ACSM’s 2021 Annual Meeting, World Congress on Exercise is Medicine® and World Congress on the Basic Science of Exercise in Regenerative Medicine.
#ACSM21
Learn more:
Steve Blair, PED, FACSM, was an ACSM past president (1996-97), ACSM Honor Award recipient, Joseph B. Wolffe memorial lecturer and a giant in the field of exercise epidemiology. ACSM pays tribute to his lasting legacy:
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Physical activity can take many, many forms. What is your favorite way to be active?
#WorldEmojiDay
Belief: Resistance training is unsafe for children.
Fact: W/qualified instruction & technique driven progression, resistance training can be safe, effective & enjoyable for children.
More on this & 9 other youth fitness myths on the
#ACSMCertified
blog:
ACSM is dedicated to promoting health through physical activity. Amid concerns around the COVID-19 pandemic, individuals in communities around the world are encouraged to stay home. Here are resources to help you continue to stay physically active at home:
The ACSM member leadership and the Annual Meeting and World Congresses Program Committee have announced the cancellation of this year’s ACSM Annual Meeting scheduled for May 26-30, 2020.
Learn more:
#ACSM20
Exercise and physical activity can improve many motor and non-motor Parkinson’s symptoms. Learn more in this infographic developed alongside the
@ParkinsonDotOrg
.
Download:
Senate Passes ACSM-Supported Bill Promoting Physical Activity | The United States Senate has passed S. 1301, the Promoting Physical Activity for Americans Act.
Learn more:
@ACSMAdvocacy
Neuromotor exercise training (functional fitness) includes activities that improve balance, coordination, gait, agility and proprioception. This type of training is important for all ages, but particularly for older adults.
People of all ages and abilities who regularly participate in
#resistanceexercise
reduce risk of numerous diseases, improve quality of life and reduce mortality.
Learn about the key components of a
#resistancetraining
program in this new infographic:
NEW:
@ParkinsonDotOrg
& ACSM announce exercise recommendations to provide safe & effective guidance on physical activity to people with Parkinson’s & to certified exercise pros working with them.
Blog:
Download the infographic:
ACSM recognizes the significant work, dedication and sacrifice it takes to earn a doctoral degree, and is proud to represent thousands of individuals who have earned this designation in their field.
ACSM is saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Barbara Drinkwater. Dr. Drinkwater was a true pioneer in the field and made history when she was elected as the first female President of ACSM. Her contributions will affect generations to come.
ACSM is thrilled to welcome our new President
@fitaftercancer
! We're looking forward to an exciting and groundbreaking year under your leadership!
#ACSM18
#ACSM19
Not only can regular exercise lower your blood pressure, it can also boost your levels of good cholesterol, assist in weight loss, and reduce stress, tension, depression and anxiety. All of these are good for maintaining heart health!
#HeartMonth
#HappyValentinesDay
Low muscle at the time of a cancer diagnosis & loss of muscle mass during treatment are both associated with a poor treatment response, ↗️ trajectory toward disability, ⬆️ risk of comorbidities & ⬆️ risk of mortality.
Learn more from
@CiaranFairman
:
Exercise participation may be a struggle for individuals with rheumatoid arthritis, but ⬆ movement w/a flexible approach & mindset may lead to them experiencing the many benefits of physical activity.
@HFJ_VKercher
shares on the
#ACSMCertified
blog:
Research studies continue to reveal that exercise may positively affect both health and other challenges of those with autism.
Access resources on autism and exercise:
#WorldAutismDay
@ExerciseConnect
ACSM's 2020 Virtual Experience will be available beginning June 17th! Save the date for on-demand sessions, eposter presentations, a virtual 5K and more!
#ACSM20
Exercise professionals help clients with more than just physical health. How can we support their mental health while looking after our own emotions too? Check out these tips, developed with ACSM partner
@Wellcoaches
!
Resources on well-being coaching:
🏃🏻 Healthy adults 18–65 should participate in moderate intensity aerobic physical activity for a minimum 150 min/week
💪🏾 Adults should perform activities that maintain/increase muscular strength and endurance 2 or more days/week
40+ free resources:
IT'S HERE! The ACSM 2020 Virtual Experience is now available!
Access brand new sessions on-demand, more than 900 eposters, ACSM member-exclusive sessions, and virtual exhibit hall and more!
#ACSM20
:
Looking for an at-home workout? ACSM is providing recorded workouts from previous
#ACSMSummit
events on YouTube for free to encourage all of you at home to get moving! Try classes from HIIT to dance fitness to resistance training & everything in between!
Aging adults don't automatically need to lower the intensity of their exercise. On the contrary, high intensity exercise can help you stay healthy as you age, particularly when it comes to functional strength!
The human immune system is an intricate network of cells & molecules designed to keep the host free from infection & disease. Exercise impacts the functioning of the immune system. Dr. Simpson discusses exercise & the immune system during
#covid19
:
People of all ages and abilities who regularly participate in resistance exercise reduce risk of numerous diseases, improve quality of life and reduce mortality.
Download the infographic:
The
#1
fitness trend for 2024 is wearable technology! ⌚
ACSM and
@HFJOnline
have released the top fitness trends for 2024. Learn about the top 10
#ACSMTrends
, find resources and read the article:
Practicing proper form during distance runs is key for both enhancing performance and reducing injury. The cues in this infographic from
@UF_SPC
& Kevin Vincent, M.D., Ph.D., FACSM, will help you maintain efficient, safe running form.
Download:
A new study indicates that consistent exercise – not weight loss – contributes more towards a healthier and longer life.
The study, led by Glenn Gaesser, Ph.D., FACSM, of Arizona State University is featured in this article from
@newyorkpost
:
Heart disease is the
#1
cause of death in the U.S., and approximately 1 in every 3 women dies from heart disease. During
#NationalHeartMonth
learn about the risk factors and the steps you can take to protect yourself:
#WearRedDay
It's not too late to start exercising! New research shows that beginning exercise training in middle age can help to overcome the negative impact of years of sedentary behavior. Read the latest ACSM blog by
@ejhowden
:
The top fitness trends for 2022 have been announced!
Topping the list for the 5th time in 7 years: wearable technology!
Did your favorite fitness trend make the top 10 list?
Learn about these trends and access free resources:
#ACSMtrends
On
#WorldCancerDay
, ACSM is proud to launch our new cancer and exercise resource page. Find resources, research, a brand new short film, Moving Through Cancer, and the new and Cancer Exercise Specialist online course on the ACSM website:
Several organs and body functions decline with age:
▪️ muscle mass
▪️ strength
▪️ cardiac function
▪️ VO2 Max
▪️ peripheral blood flow
▪️ ability to thermoregulate
Regular exercise can attenuate these losses.
Dr. Bortz Lecture on Aging
@cegarber
#ACSMSummit
@TJACSMonline
@MSSEonline
Thank you to
@Unity_MoT
,
@zaelefty
and others for bringing this to our attention. We've shared it with the authors and they are developing a formal response that will be posted as soon as it is available.
Today is International Day of
#WomenandGirlsinScience
& ACSM is proud to support the incredible women who are members and certified professionals. Every day women are making significant contributions to our field through research, teaching, medicine and fitness.
#WomenInScience
Pregnancy is a unique time & opportunity to optimize health behaviors. All women w/out contraindication should be physically active throughout their pregnancy, including previously inactive, those with gestational diabetes and those overweight and obese.
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative condition associated with low levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine due to damage occurring in a part of the midbrain, the substantia nigra.
Learn about how HIIT can benefit those with PD:
Present your research at the most comprehensive sports medicine & exercise science meeting in the world! ACSM is now accepting scientific abstract & clinical case paper submissions for the 2020 Annual Meeting.
#ACSM20
Submit by 11/4. Learn more & submit:
Physical activity in US adults has decreased significantly since the mid 1960s, and sedentary hours have increased. At the current rate, time US adults spend being physically active will have decreased by ~50% between 1965 and 2030.
#ACSMwebinar
People of all ages and abilities who regularly participate in resistance exercise reduce risk of numerous diseases, improve quality of life and reduce mortality.
Download:
Anyone who has been in a group exercise class knows the important role that music plays. Selecting music with the appropriate beats per minute (BPM) is key in making sure you're setting the right tempo.
🎶 Learn how to put together a great playlist:
And that's a wrap on
#ACSM21
!
Thank you to our amazing presenters, attendees, marketplace partners and sponsors for an incredible virtual Annual Meeting.
We can't wait to see you next year in San Diego! ☀️
#ACSM22
The performance of, and recovery from, sporting activities are enhanced by well-chosen nutrition strategies.
ACSM has created a number of resources around nutrition for both the competitive and recreational athlete. Check them out here:
Exercise and physical activity can improve many motor and non-motor Parkinson’s symptoms.
ACSM partnered with
@ParkinsonDotOrg
to spread awareness of exercise recommendations for those with Parkinson’s.
#WorldParkinsonsDay
Download here:
This infographic highlights the action steps for health care providers, healthy individuals and those recovering from
#COVID19
, as outlined in ACSM's recent Call To Action paper:
79% of wearable tech users want a fitness professional to help them interpret data from their device. And they’re willing to pay for it!
#acsmsummit
@tedvickey
The key to dealing with arthritis is to keep moving! Exercise is an essential part of a treatment plan for individuals with any type of arthritis. Arthritis expert A. Lynn Millar, PT, Ph.D., FACSM, shares important tips in this infographic.
Download:
Substantial health benefits are gained when adults achieve 150-300 min/week of moderate intensity exercise or 75-150 min of vigorous intensity exercise/week. Utilizing tools/method to monitor intensity help adults achieve exercise goals.
Download:
That's a wrap on
#ACSM22
! Thank you to all of our incredible attendees, presenters, exhibitors and sponsors who made this event possible!
We will see you at
#ACSM23
in Denver!
Looking to outfit a new home gym or upgrade your current set up to help you meet those 2020 fitness goals? Use the chart below to help determine which equipment is the best fit for your space, needs and budget!
Download the graphic:
For a healthy heart, add strength training to your routine | Research now says resistance training can reduce also reduce risk of diabetes and stroke
Via
@gulf_news
feat. research published in
@MSSEonline
ACSM has a lot of infographics available in our Resource Library...which ones were the most popular in 2020? Check out the top five infographic downloads of the year:
Training in different heart rate zones provides different benefits. Knowing what zone you're working in is key to achieving specific fitness goals.
#ACSMwebinar
@PolarGlobal
ACSM has published a collection of papers titled ACSM Scientific Pronouncements: Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd Ed. in
@MSSEonline
.
These papers review, interpret & summarize current scientific literature on physical activity & health.
Brand new & updated: the ACSM-ACS Cancer Exercise Specialist course created w/
@AmericanCancer
&
@CanRehab
!
Provide advice & deliver safe, effective and individualized exercise and physical activity programs based on the most current evidence.
🔹 Exercise is important for cancer prevention & ⬇️ risk of 7 common types of cancer
🔹 Exercising during & after treatment improves fatigue, anxiety, depression, physical function & quality of life
#WorldCancerDay
To maximize Long Term Athletic Development, young athletes benefit from developing well-rounded fundamental motor skills.
Learn six key ways to reduce overuse injuries and burnout in young athletes. Article:
Congratulations to the Gatorade Sports Science Institute Award Winners!
Sports Nutrition Award: J.D. Adams
Young Investigator Award: Eric Williamson
Young Scholar Travel Awards: Robert Morton; Mary Medysky; Joshua Keller
#ACSM18
Exercising is probably not top of mind during
#COVID19
, but perhaps it should be. Physical activity can be a valuable tool for controlling COVID-19 infections & maintaining quality of life.
A call to action from Drs. Jim Sallis, Mike Pratt &
@EIMnews
:
Today ACSM has released a new official statement regarding energy drinks, published in the College's clinical review journal
@CSMRonline
Read the full paper & learn more about the recommendations here:
Press release: