ACE Fitness Press Release Archive

Comprehensive TrainingPeaks Solution Now Offered at www.acefitness.org Helps Trainers and Their Clients to Monitor Workouts and Track Overall Fitness Goals  SAN DIEGO (Oct. 13, 2009)—Ameri...

Industry Leaders Join Forces to Enhance Offerings for Fitness Professionals SAN DIEGO, Calif. (August 11, 2009)—The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s leading authority on fitn...

Fitness Industry Leader Provides Simple Ways to Stay Healthy and Fit this Back-to-School Season SAN DIEGO (Aug. 18, 2009)—As students all across the country flock to college campuses this month...

AMERICAN COUNCIL ON EXERCISE (ACE) ENDORSES APPOINTMENT OFDR. SANJAY GUPTA AS SURGEON GENERAL OF THE UNITED STATES Fitness Industry Leader Champions Gupta’s Commitment to Enriching Quality of LifeThr...

SAN DIEGO (Dec. 9, 2008)—The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s leading authority on fitness and one of the largest fitness certification, education and training organizations in the world,...

Fitness Industry Leader Offers Healthy Tips to Stay Fit Through the Holidays SAN DIEGO (Nov. 18, 2008) – The average American will consume 3,000 calories and 229 grams of fat this Thanksgiving, owing ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Nov. 12, 2008 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s leading authority on fitness and one of the largest fitness certification, education and training organizations in...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Aug. 26, 2008 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce that is has been invited to be a member of the NSF Joint Commit...

San Diego, Calif. – (July 22, 2008) The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s leading authority on fitness and one of the largest fitness certification, education and training organizations in...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – July 7, 2008– Americans are looking for clear and concise answers when it comes to how to drop a few pounds this summer and many are turning to their personal trainers to show them...

San Diego, Calif. - July 7, 2008 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce that is has joined forces with Fitwize 4 Kids, a national franch...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – March 12, 2008 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), your premier certification, education and training organization, is pleased to announce that Achieve Fitness USA, a compreh...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Feb. 6, 2008 – Based on the growing popularity of video games that eliminate conventional hand controllers in favor of more full-body interaction, the American Council on Exercise ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – April 29, 2008 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), one of the largest nonprofit fitness certification, education and training providers in the world, is pleased to announce t...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Jan. 3, 2008 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has completed its annual survey of its extensive worldwide network of personal trainers, group fitness experts, advanced healt...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Oct. 16, 2007 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), your premier certification, education and training organization, recently released results of its exclusive study that exami...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Oct. 24, 2007 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness authority, strongly recommends and supports recent information from the Environmental Protection...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – September 24, 2007 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), your premier certification, education and training organization, is pleased to announce that AARP’s 39 million members ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Sept. 13, 2007 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce that Scott Goudeseune has earned the additional title of chief...

WASHINGTON — Sept. 6, 2007- Today, AARP, announced it will make available a new fitness website to help its over 39 million members lead active, healthy lives. Through AARP’s for-profit subsidiary A...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Aug. 1, 2007 – Sigma Phi Epsilon (SigEp), a national fraternity committed to “Building Balanced Leaders for the World’s Communities,” has selected the American Council on Exercise ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – June 18, 2007 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce that is has been accepted as a sponsoring member of the Committ...

San Diego, Calif. – April 23, 2007 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce that the Jewish Community Center (JCC) Association, the contin...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - March 19, 2007 – Beginning July 1, 2007, every health club in California must have an automated external defibrillator (AED) program in place, as required by California Health and ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – March 5, 2007– Bone-loading exercise and a balanced diet are essential for preventing osteoporosis. To take care of your bones now so they stay strong enough to carry you through a...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Feb. 7, 2007 – Want to heat up your sex life and don’t know how? This year for Valentine’s Day forget the box of chocolates or flowers and head to the gym for a workout with your p...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Jan. 29, 2007 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s Authority on Fitness, recently released results of its exclusive study that examined on-the-job physical activity ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Dec. 6, 2006 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s Authority on Fitness, is pleased to announce that Wojtek Chodzko-Zajko, Ph.D., ACE Board Member, has been selected ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Dec. 4, 2006 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s Authority on Fitness, today announced its top 10 fitness trend predictions for 2007. Through its research and world...

San Diego, Calif. – Nov. 27, 2006 – With the New Year quickly approaching and millions of Americans starting to think about resolutions; it’s time to be realistic. Are you even ready? Change does not ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Nov. 21, 2006 – Thanksgiving is a holiday full of tradition, indulgence and, regrettably, extra pounds! Is there a way to stay fit and still enjoy the turkey feast? The American Co...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Oct. 26, 2006 –The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s Authority on Fitness, is pleased to announce that Debi Pillarella, M.Ed., ACE Youth Spokesperson and 2004 ACE Fitne...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Oct. 25, 2006 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce that Jerry Napp, MS has been appointed to National Commercial A...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Oct. 17, 2006 –The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s Authority on Fitness, is pleased to announce that Cedric Bryant, PhD., FACSM has been selected to receive the Penn ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Oct. 9, 2006 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce the addition of two new members to its board of directors: fitne...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Oct. 4, 2006 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce that Robyn Stuhr has been named Executive Vice President. With...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Sept. 21, 2006 –The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s Authority on Fitness, recently announced the winners of its 2006 Achievement Awards at the ACE International Fitne...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – June 5, 2006 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, recently participated in meetings in Washington, DC with California Congressional lead...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – May 30, 2006 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce that InsureYourClub.com, an online insurance service for the fi...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – May 17, 2006 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce that YogaFit®, a leader in mind-body fitness education, has cho...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – May 16, 2006 – Can the placebo effect make a person run faster? Yes, it can. The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce th...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – May 8, 2006 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce that Scott Goudeseune has been named president of the American Co...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – May 2, 2006 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce that Kristie Spalding, ACE Corporate Communications Director, has...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – March. 21, 2006 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce a collaborative alliance with 1-2-3 Fit™, an emerging fitness...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Feb. 6, 2005 – With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, millions of Americans are striving for a nice curvaceous shape to their glutes - but to do that you need muscle. The Ame...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Jan. 19, 2006 – Check out the group fitness schedule at most health clubs and it’s clear that Pilates is still one of the hottest trends in fitness. But is Pilates also a good calo...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Dec. 19, 2005 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s non-profit fitness advocate, today announced its top 10 fitness trend predictions for 2006. Through its research, ...

Boston, November 30, 2005 - The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) and American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, announced today that they h...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Nov. 16. 2005 – The endless shopping lists and constant search for the perfect gift can become an all-consuming focus come holiday season. Why not give the gift that will benefit f...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Nov. 7, 2005 – Thanksgiving is a holiday full of tradition, indulgence and, regrettably, extra pounds! Is there a way to stay fit and still enjoy the turkey feast? The American Cou...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Oct. 25. 2005 – Tempting Halloween treats are on store shelves everywhere and holiday party invitations are already pouring in – the holidays are officially here. The American Coun...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Oct. 19, 2005 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to support Philadelphia Consolidated Holding Corp. (NASDAQ: PHLY) and its s...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Oct. 13, 2005 – Recently, Governor Schwarzenegger signed into law bill AB 1507 requiring every health club in California to have an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The bill...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Sept. 28, 2005 – Today more than 11 million Americans pack fitness studios around the country seeking the mind-body benefits of yoga, including increased flexibility, strength, bal...

San Diego, Calif. – Sept. 22, 2005 - The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced that it was selected as a winner in the 12th annual National Health I...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Sept. 9, 2005 – In the wake of the recent tragedy in the Gulf Coast, health experts say many Americans not directly affected by Hurricane Katrina may experience various levels of s...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Sept. 15, 2005 – The recent tragedy in the Gulf Coast has left the region devastated and many ACE-certified fitness professionals have been adversely affected. Several of our curre...

San Diego, Calif. – August 31, 2005 - The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced that Todd Galati has joined ACE as a research scientist and the Reso...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Aug. 12, 2005 – Menopause or “the change” is a turning point in every woman’s life that brings uncomfortable and sometimes lasting effects on a woman’s body. The American Council o...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – July 27, 2005 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce a strategic alliance with SCW Fitness Education (SCW), formerly...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – July 12, 2005 – The gym can be an intimidating place, especially for those new to exercise. But paying close attention to proper gym etiquette is the best way to ensure you aren’t ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – June 21, 2005 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, has partnered with FoodFit.com to offer over 2,000 healthy, simple and delicious recip...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – June 13, 2005 – Every June the question arises: “What should I get Dad for Father’s Day?” This year, change up the usual gift giving routine and ask Dad to head outdoors for qualit...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – May 23, 2005 – We don’t think very much about our backs—that is, until they start to hurt. And many of us are hurting as back pain is now one of the most common medical complaints ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – May 10, 2005 – In an effort to curb the recent childhood obesity epidemic plaguing our nation, former President Bill Clinton has joined forces with the American Heart Association (...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – April 20, 2005 – The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently introduced the newly renovated Food Guidance System entitled “MyPyramid”. The updated system includes a...

San Diego, Calif. – April 15, 2005 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is proud to announce the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports has asked...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – April 08, 2005 – As childhood obesity rates continue to rise, there is an increased need for children to learn about the extreme dangers of being overweight. The American Council o...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Mar. 23, 2005 – Bathing suits and beaches – the allure of warmer months is right around the corner. For normally inactive people, rushing to the gym last minute to get in shape for...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Mar. 21, 2005 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s Authority on Fitness, today announced the winners of its 2005 Achievement Awards at IHRSA 2005 in San Francisco. A...

INDIANAPOLIS – The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE) are pleased to announce their continued marketing partnership to bring ACSM’s annual Health & F...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Mar. 08, 2005 – With more than four million female members and over 8,500 locations worldwide, Curves® for Women is the fastest growing franchise in U.S. history. In an exclusive s...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Mar. 04, 2005 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce a strategic alliance with the National Intramural-Recreational ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Mar. 03, 2005 – Think of it as a great, new way to get a stretch before or after a hard workout, not just for core conditioning. The stability ball is known to help improve balance...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – March 17, 2005 –The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s Authority on Fitness, today announced that it will reveal its 2005 Achievement Award winners at IHRSA 2005 on Sat....

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Jan. 31, 2005 – American children are increasingly overweight and one more way to steer them toward an active lifestyle is through strength training. Unfortunately, many long-stand...

San Diego, Calif. (Jan. 25, 2005) – Operation Fit Kids (OFK), the youth outreach program of the American Council on Exercise (ACE), recently donated $100,000 in strength and cardiovascular equipment, ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Jan. 20, 2005 – Recently, the Institute of Medicine, part of the National Academy of Science, issued a report urging Congress to require tougher standards for dietary supplements a...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Jan. 13, 2005 – The recently released Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005, a joint project of the Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture, outline the need for A...

San Diego, Calif. – Jan. 06, 2005 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s non-profit fitness advocate, is proud to announce it has been recognized as a San Diego City Schools Partner in Ed...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Jan. 03, 2005 – Winter weather poses an obstacle to normally active children when it’s no longer easy to jump on a bike and ride or play outside. The American Council on Exercise (...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Dec. 2, 2004 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s non-profit fitness advocate, today announced its top 10 fitness trend predictions for 2005. Through its research, “...

San Diego, Calif. (Nov. 29, 2004) – Operation Fit Kids (OFK), the youth fitness program of the American Council on Exercise (ACE), recently donated $80,000 in strength and cardiovascular equipment, ne...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Nov. 17. 2004 –Thanksgiving is a holiday full of tradition, indulgence and, unfortunately, extra pounds! The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s non-profit fitness advoca...

San Diego, Calif. – Nov. 17, 2004 - The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s non-profit fitness advocate, today announced that it has received the “Best Personal Trainer Certification” Award ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Oct. 20, 2004 – In a recent report issued by the U.S. Surgeon General’s office, young women (starting in their early 20s) are being warned they, too, are susceptible to early stage...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Oct. 19, 2004 – Though active people typically pay close attention to their fitness regimen – proper cardiovascular workout, strength training and stretching - they may be making c...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Oct. 14, 2004 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s non-profit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with the United States Sports Academy ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Oct. 12, 2004 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s non-profit fitness advocate, is pleased to announce another successful ACE Fitness Professional Forum. Over 100 AC...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Oct. 4, 2004 – We have good intentions of going to the gym on a regular basis to stay in shape, but many of us don’t even make if through the front doors. What is it we are avoidin...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Sept. 29, 2004 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s non-profit fitness advocate, is proud to announce Dr. Cedric Bryant, ACE chief exercise physiologist, has been se...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – [Sept. 23, 2004] – It’s no secret that we are always looking for a quick fix when it comes to losing weight. First, low-fat diets were the rage, now carbohydrates are public enemy...

San Diego, Calif. – Sept. 20, 2004 - The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced that its website, www.acefitness.org, has received a “Standard of Exc...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – August 3, 2004 – Finding or making time to exercise is the first step toward improving your health, but it’s not the only step. Workouts can be challenging and mistakes in the gym ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – August 16, 2004 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced a strategic partnership with MyExercisePlan.com, a Web-based softwa...

San Diego, Calif. –August 5, 2004- The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s non-profit fitness advocate, announced today that Fabio Comana has been appointed to manager of certification and e...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – July 12, 2004 – Does wearing casual clothing to the workplace affect the physical activity levels of workers? Yes it does. The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s non-pro...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - June 23, 2004 - The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America's nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced it has entered a strategic marketing agreement with SPRI Products, a ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – July 15, 2004- The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s Authority on Fitness, opened its doors on July 9, 2004 for the first ever Fitness Professional Forum and Open House...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – June 16, 2004 – The first step in improving your health is finding—or making—the time to exercise. But just going through the motions won’t give you the health benefits you’re look...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – May 4, 2004 –Arthritis is becoming more and more common — and not just among the very old. In conjunction with National Arthritis Month, the American Council on Exercise (ACE), Ame...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – April 12, 2004 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today applauds the recent findings by University of California San Diego School of Me...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Mar. 25, 2004 –The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s Authority on Fitness, today announced the winners of its 2004 Achievement Awards at IHRSA 2004 in Las Vegas. Awards...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – March 17, 2004 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today applauds the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary, Tomm...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – March 8, 2004 –The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s Authority on Fitness, today announced its sponsorship of the keynote address given by Bill Novelli, executive direc...

San Diego, Calif. –Feb. 26, 2004- The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s non-profit fitness advocate, announced today that Ken Germano, president of ACE, has been selected by the Manhattan ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Dec. 16, 2003 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, applauds the January 2004 issue of Consumer Reports Magazine that features research th...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Nov. 12, 2003 - The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America's nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced its top 10 fitness trend predictions for 2004. Through its research, "...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Nov. 24, 2003 – From the golden, roasted turkey to the buttery mashed potatoes to the slice of homemade pumpkin pie, Thanksgiving is a festival of favorite family foods. For many t...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – October 14, 2003 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced its support of the new children/teen fitness and nutrition curricul...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Oct. 27, 2003 –More than 5.7 million people suffer from back or spinal problems making it the second most common reported health condition in the United States. The American Counc...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Sept. 29, 2003 – According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, nearly 6 million people visit orthopedic surgeons each year because of knee problems. The American Counc...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – September 5, 2003 - The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) has accredi...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. -- Dec. 29, 2003 – It’s almost New Year’s Eve. What better way to mark the occasion than by making bold promises to yourself? Because it’s a major transitional time, New Year’s provi...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – August 20, 2003 – Since flexibility is one of the five components of fitness, stretching should be an integral part of every workout program. As we age our bodies naturally become ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – July 7, 2003 – With the Little League World Series quickly approaching, (August 15-24, Williamsport, Pennsylvania), youth athletes and parents should be aware of the risks involv...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - June 11, 2003 - The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced its participation with the Coalition for Anabolic Steroid Precursor an...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – July 23, 2003 – On July 18, 2003, President Bush visited the Lakewest Family YMCA in Dallas, Texas to highlight his HealthierUS initiative designed to help Americans, especially ch...

San Diego, Calif. – May 13, 2003 - Consumers are constantly bombarded with fitness information and “expert” advice from questionable sources. The American Council on Exercise (ACE) recently conducted ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – May 20, 2003 – Whether it’s walking, hiking or lifting, functional strength is needed to successfully complete the task. The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit...

San Diego, Calif. - May 7, 2003 - It is easy to develop bad habits that minimize the effectiveness of a workout, habits that waste time, energy and money. For those individuals who are committed to im...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. -- March 24, 2003 –Exercise-induced asthma (EIA), a common but serious condition usually brought on by vigorous aerobic activity, affects up to 20 percent of competitive athletes and...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - April 30, 2003 - A recent study commissioned by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and conducted by the Rand Corporation found that the dangers posed by ephedra far outweigh a...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - August XX, 2003 - The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced ZOLL Medical Corporation (Nasdaq: ZOLL), a manufacturer of non-invas...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - August 26, 2003 - The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced a strategic partnership with the American Heart Association to provi...

WHAT: To better meet the needs of the public, the American Council on Exercise today launched a new design of its website, www.acefitness.org. The redesign provides certified professionals and genera...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Feb. 10, 2004 - Planning on being active on Valentine's Day? This year, drop the sweets and get physical with your sweetie. Research shows that regular exercise not only improves...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Jan. 20, 2004 -Are you struggling to come up with new ways to inspire friends and family members to become more active? The fact is, most people know they should exercise-they just...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Feb. 19, 2003 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s Authority on Fitness, today announced its sponsorship of the keynote address given by Pat Croce, motivational spea...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Feb. 5, 2003 – Want to put the pizzazz back in your relationship? This year for Valentine’s Day, forget the chocolates and head to the gym with your beloved. The American Council o...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Jan. 23, 2003 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced that Graham Melstrand has been promoted to Director of Educational Ser...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Jan. 9, 2003 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced its fitness trend predictions for 2003. Through its research, “workout ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Dec. 17, 2002 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today endorsed House Concurrent Resolution 474, sponsored by U.S. Rep. Karen McCarthy ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Dec. 2, 2002 - As the festive holiday season is upon us, many Americans find it stressful to keep up with often-unrealistic demands and expectations of family, friends and events. ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Nov. 20, 2002 – As the winter season draws near, many will stay active, healthy and busy by engaging in winter sports. Skiing is a favorite pastime of many, but can be physically c...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Nov. 5, 2002 – Holiday shopping is never easy, especially when lists are long and budgets are tight. Skip the predictable gift baskets and candy boxes in favor of something that ca...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Oct. 30, 2002 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today endorsed California General Election Proposition 49, sponsored and developed by ...

INDIANAPOLIS—The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE) have announced a marketing partnership that will culminate next spring, with ACSM’s annual Health...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Sept. 26, 2002 – Americans who viewed the Sept. 23 report on the CBS Evening News titled, “Lawsuit Exposes Health Club Secrets,” may be a bit apprehensive and concerned when it com...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Sept. 23, 2002 – It’s becoming increasingly clear to the medical community that it’s just as important for older adults to stay active as it is for their younger counterparts. Exer...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Sept. 18, 2002 –The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced its professional service alliance with the Medical Fitness Association...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Sept. 16, 2002 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today endorsed the National Academies' Food and Nutrition Board’s recommendation that...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Aug. 28, 2002 – As the nation marks the first anniversary of the horrific events of Sept. 11, medical experts are finding that Americans still suffer from stress, tension, anxiety ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – July 29, 2002 –The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced that Carmella Spencer has joined ACE as Marketing Director. Spencer wil...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – June 20, 2002 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced its complete support of President George W. Bush’s “Healthier U.S. Ini...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – June 19, 2002 – Summer is here and children need to stay active, healthy and busy during their break from school. Parents need to encourage their children to warm up properly and s...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – June 18, 2002 – A survey of 3,000 American Council on Exercise (ACE)-certified fitness professionals points out the biggest mistakes they see people making in the gym. In some cas...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – June. 17, 2002 –The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced that Corporate Fitness Works (CFW), has named ACE their preferred pers...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - May 9, 2002 – The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced its support of the Federal Trade Commission’s complaints filed recently ...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – April 30, 2002 – In December of 2001, the office of the U.S. Surgeon General published a Call to Action to Prevent and Decrease Overweight and Obesity among all Americans. In respo...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - April 17, 2002 – Many Americans have discarded their New Year resolutions to start exercising and get in shape. In honor of National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, the American...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Mar. 18, 2002 –The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s Authority on Fitness, recently announced its 2002 Fitness Professionals of the Year at IHRSA 2002 in Phoenix, AZ. A...

ACE’s All About Fitness Day presents Dr. Kenneth Cooper, the 2002 ACE Fitness Professional of the Year Awards announced; ACE receives IHRSA Wall of Fame Honor SAN DIEGO–The American Council on Exe...

SAN DIEGO– The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced its fitness trend predictions for 2002. Through its research, “workout watchdog” studies, and w...

SAN DIEGO, Calif. – Jan. 23, 2002 –The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced that Mayor Dick Murphy of the City of San Diego has proclaimed Thursday...

SAN DIEGO –The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with All About Fitness, Inc., a leader in fitn...

SAN DIEGO--The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced results of an ACE commissioned study of super oxygenated waters that promise higher energy, gre...

SAN DIEGO--The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s nonprofit fitness advocate, today announced results of an ACE commissioned study of the AB-DOer, one of the latest products in abdominal fi...

SAN DIEGO--New York City is hot in the middle of June, and if you are a typical high school student, all you want to do is get through finals and start your summertime fun. On June 18, 2001, a group o...

SAN DIEGO--Airline price-wars, family reunions, annual conventions—there are infinite reasons for traveling and numerous ways to forget healthy eating and exercise habits when on the road. Whether it’...

SAN DIEGO – Fitness enthusiasts have the opportunity each season to turn their passion into a profession by registering to take the American Council on Exercise’s (ACE) certification exams. The world’...

SAN DIEGO--Active military, veterans and eligible spouses and dependents can now receive reimbursement from the Veterans Association for exam fees for any of the four American Council on Exercise (ACE...

SAN DIEGO—Americans are tired of empty promises when it comes to turning flabby tummies into stronger, flatter, leaner abdominals. For those willing to put a little effort into their workout, a new st...

SAN DIEGO—Merritt Athletic Clubs, based in Maryland, has selected the American Council on Exercise (ACE) as a preferred certification provider for its growing network of full-service athletic clubs. ...

SAN DIEGO--Whether the goal is personal fitness, community support or a pure sense of accomplishment, running and finishing a 5-kilometer (5K) race is a realistic pursuit, even for novice runners. Bec...

SAN DIEGO—The Mid-Atlantic Club Management Association (MACMA) has selected the American Council on Exercise (ACE) to be a preferred certification provider for its network of 70 clubs. Through th...

SAN DIEGO--The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE) developed the IHRSA/ACE Fitness Professionals of the Year awards to acknowledge...

SAN DIEGO--The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has partnered with the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Extension’s program to develop an improved Professional Certificate in Fitness Instr...

BEAVERTON, OREGON—FitLife Club Network, which operates 68 fitness centers serving 250,000 members in the Pacific Northwest, has named the American Council on Exercise (ACE) as its preferred certificat...

SAN DIEGO--The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) has selected the American Council on Exercise (ACE)—the world’s largest nonprofit fitness organization—to collaborate in the developmen...

SAN DIEGO – Fitness enthusiasts around the world will have opportunities in 2001 to turn their passion into a profession by registering to take the American Council on Exercise’s (ACE) certification e...

SAN DIEGO—Adding a few extra pounds and inches during the holidays has always been a concern, but with the increasing rates of obesity and weight-related diseases such as type II diabetes and heart di...

SAN DIEGO—To help further its mission of providing a safe fitness environment for the public, the American Council on Exercise (ACE) is working with equipment manufacturer Precor to train group fitnes...

SAN DIEGO—The American Council on Exercise (ACE) didn’t skip a beat when they successfully predicted that online coaching and personal training, adventure workouts, children’s fitness and high-tech fi...

SAN DIEGO—The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has been selected as the exclusive provider of professional fitness certification and continuing education for Gold’s Gym International, a franchise op...

SAN DIEGO—San Diego is host to many of the nation’s top athletes working toward peak performance at the Olympic Training Center. But according to a recent report by the California Department of Educa...

SAN DIEGO—It’s summertime and many people are taking advantage of the warm weather by running outdoors. But, according to the American Council on Exercise (ACE), the heat may beat them before they ha...

SAN DIEGO—Capitalizing on the age-old “get fit quick myth,” Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) advertisements have become a mainstay of late night television, the Internet and many in-flight magazine...

SAN DIEGO - With the mission of supporting the growth of health and fitness clubs that have a commitment to quality certification and education, the American Council on Exercise (ACE) has launched the...

SAN DIEGO - First Fitness Inc. and the American Council on Exercise (ACE) are pleased to announce a strategic alliance to introduce the Fitness Equipment Specialist Certificate, a comprehensive sales ...

SAN DIEGO - Once thought to be the exclusive domain of the rich and famous, personal trainers have become increasingly popular among the general public. Today, personal trainers are riding the dot-co...

SAN DIEGO - When one year ago, the American Council on Exercise (ACE) predicted that cardio kickboxing, mind/body techniques, sports-specific workouts, elliptical trainers and older adult fitness prog...

SAN DIEGO - Assuming we’re all still here on Jan. 15, 2000, it’ll be high time to work off all that stockpiled food. Now THAT’s a New Year’s resolution. But what’s the best way to burn calories in a...

SAN DIEGO - You don’t have to wait for snow to get ready for ski and snowboard season. Start training now—help avoid injury, and sail past those other ski bums and boarders on your way down the m...

SAN DIEGO - The biggest concern for exercising in the cold is hypothermia, or too much heat loss. When you exercise in a cold environment you must consider one primary factor: how much heat will your ...

SAN DIEGO - Choosing a health club can rank high on the confusion meter. Membership contracts, pricing options, and availability and variety of classes can all factor into which club you join. And wi...

SAN DIEGO - Forget about "butt-busting" fitness gadgets. A recent poll of American Council on Exercise (ACE) certified fitness professionals found simple squats and lunges to be the best ways to tone...

SAN DIEGO - Ken Germano, a twenty-year veteran of the fitness industry, has been named executive director for the American Council on Exercise (ACE). Germano replaces Sheryl Marks Brown, who co-found...

SAN DIEGO - It's summertime and you head out for a run. Before you even finish the first mile, your body feels as though it might ignite from the heat. It's not your imagination. Fifteen minutes into ...

SAN DIEGO - Whether or not Billy Blanks’ Tae-Bo workout tapes have anything to do with it, exercise enthusiasts are demanding cardio kickboxing classes at their neighborhood fitness centers. At gyms ...

SAN DIEGO - Would you go to an unlicensed doctor? No. So, why work out with an uncertified fitness instructor? The American Council on Exercise (ACE), a nonprofit educational organization, stresses ...

SAN DIEGO - It’s no surprise that much of the home fitness equipment bought these days winds up in the closet collecting dust. A recent Fitness Products Council study found that 50 million households...

SAN DIEGO - Flat stomachs, strong muscles and the right fitness equipment top the wish list of callers to "Fitness on Call," the third annual hotline sponsored by the nonprofit American Council on Exe...

NEW YORK - Since 1996, nearly 12 million U.S. households reported purchasing a treadmill-making it one of the most popular pieces of home fitness equipment. Now, home treadmills have undergone intens...

SAN DIEGO - When Time Works boasted that its new exercise machine would achieve "full-body fitness in just four minutes a day," the American Council on Exercise (ACE) put their claims to the test. Ti...

SAN DIEGO - Cardio kickboxing, one of the hottest fitness trends to hit gyms in recent years, is quickly replacing step aerobics and indoor cycling as the most popular fitness class in gyms across the...

ROCHESTER, NY - Harris Black International, Ltd. (HBI) and the American Council on Exercise (ACE), a nonprofit organization committed to promoting active, healthy lifestyles, have partnered to develop...

SAN DIEGO - The American Council on Exercise (ACE), a nonprofit health and fitness organization, offers the following fitness trend predictions for 1999: People exercising for the "health" of it vs...

SAN DIEGO - It’s no secret that exercise is an important component in maintaining health and wellbeing. So it makes good sense that healthcare and fitness professionals would work together to meet th...

SAN DIEGO - A recent study confirms that a large majority of women experience breast discomfort while exercising. And to compound the problem, they don't know where to turn for advice, opting instead...

SAN DIEGO - A new study commissioned by the American Council on Exercise (ACE) reveals that some top-selling sports bras provide no more support than standard, everyday bras. Though the sports bra ha...

SAN DIEGO - Warning: Too much TV-watching can be hazardous to your child's health! According to a recent study conducted at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, the more television children watch, t...

SAN DIEGO - Since its inception two years ago, the American Council on Exercise's (ACE) Energy2 Burn program has motivated more than 43,000 youngsters to move. In 1996, the Surgeon General’s Report o...

SAN DIEGO - Wanna see a fitness professional sweat? Just engage in one of the ten most common workout mistakes made in health clubs and gyms across the country. The American Council on Exercise (ACE...

SAN DIEGO - To all the Americans newly deemed obese by the latest guidelines announced by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the American Council on Exercise (ACE) sends this message: Don’t pani...

SAN DIEGO - Noticed a few more gray heads in the gym lately? According to a study conducted by American Sports Data Inc., the number of Americans aged 55 and older who joined health clubs grew 145 per...

SAN DIEGO - When it comes to elliptical trainers, you get what you pay for. This was the conclusion drawn by the American Council on Exercise (ACE) on a study of elliptical trainers, the latest breed...

SAN DIEGO - You’ve heard it all your life: Exercise is good for you. But it’s too late to start. You’re afraid of injury and failure, feel limited by chronic disease and conditions, and have miscon...

SAN DIEGO - The Good News: We’re beginning to understand the benefits of regular exercise. The Bad News: We think that staying in shape is too expensive. The Best News: The American Council on Exerci...

SAN DIEGO -‘Tis the season to make New Year’s resolutions and the pros at the American Council on Exercise (ACE) offer these tips to help you stick to your plans for a healthier lifestyle: DON’T FOCU...

SAN DIEGO - Some call it torturous, others exhilarating. But there’s no denying its popularity – some see indoor cycling, commonly referred to as "Spinning," as the biggest thing to hit the fitness i...

SAN DIEGO - Promoted as a "workout for all fitness levels," group indoor cycling, commonly referred to as "Spinning," can be too intense for beginning exercisers, according to a new research study com...

SAN DIEGO - The air glider machine, the fitness industry’s top-selling infomercial product, may be less effective than a quick walk or slow jog for most exercise enthusiasts, according to a new study ...

SAN DIEGO - A new study to be published in ACE FitnessMatters puts the crunch on dramatic claims from high-priced abdominal trainers like the Ab Roller Plus, ABSculptor, and ABWorks. The study reveal...

SAN DIEGO - Since its inception two years ago, the American Council on Exercise's (ACE) Energy2 Burn program has motivated more than 43,000 youngsters to move. In 1996, the Surgeon General’s Report o...

SAN DIEGO - More people are going nowhere fast since the treadmill became the most popular piece of home exercise equipment three years ago. Now, research in the current issue of the American Council ...

SAN DIEGO - Results of a new study by the nonprofit American Council on Exercise (ACE) say while novice exercisers will get the most out of the aerobic riders, consumers who are already fit might be b...