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The Growing Population of 50 And Older With the rising number of people aged 50 and older signing up for health club memberships, trainers have a greater opportunity than ever before to serve this special population. Are you ready? Read more ACE Pros to Benefit from Partnership This is the first time that ACE has entered into an alliance with a yoga organization. In addition to being closer to an area of fitness that is rapidly growing, ACE-professionals will receive discounts on several items. Learn how this benefits you ACE International Fitness Symposium '06 ACE has joined with IHRSA to bring you the ACE International Fitness Symposium, Sep. 6-9, 2006, at the Rio Hotel in Las Vegas. Attendees will have the opportunity to build their knowledge, gain hands-on practical skills, learn new and innovative training techniques, view the latest in fitness equipment, and much more! Learn More or Register Are Your Fees Set at the Correct Rate? Setting a proper fee structure is critical in running your personal training practice. It can mean the difference between running a successful full-time business or having a part- time job or hobby. Read More Fitness Success Story Get inspired! Joni DeSmet took her ACE Certification to the next level, and now runs a successful training facility. Read more See all Success Stories Health & Fitness News Overtraining? Feel the burnout! Full story Exercise: Key to good sex, good sleep Full story The American Council on Exercise is featured in hundreds of articles every year reaching millions across the country. Bookmark this link to see ACE in the News. Maintain Your Certification Track your CECs online - Login Now! ACE certification renewal process online - Renew now! Stay current! Earn CECs with a click of a mouse by purchasing one of ACE's Online Learning Courses Mindful Exercise Overview for Fitness Professionals 0.1 CECs Common Health Challenges Faced by Older Adults 0.1 CECs See all Online Learning Courses Fitness Q&A Q: What causes the pain in my side that occurs suddenly while I am running and how can I prevent it? Dr. Cedric X. Bryant has the answer Take Advantage of ACE Pro Benefits 20% off of all full-priced Dynamix CDs Updated, motivating music for all types of fitness workouts including Step, Hi-Lo, Body Sculpting, Aqua, Cycling, Circuit and Interval Classes, Pilates, Yoga, T'ai Chi, Kickboxing, Running, Walking and more. When placing an order online, please enter code ACEMBR04. See all professional discounts Great Buys from the ACE Store NEW! Personal Training: Steps to Success This CD-ROM provides an overview of the business side of personal training from the perspective of a trainer, facility owner and client. This continuing education course cuts the learning curve by providing straight-forward information that will assist you in building your plan for success. Buy now The Personal Trainer’s Business Survival Guide This book covers the importance of customer service, marketing and networking. You’ll learn basic bookkeeping skills, how to write a succinct but meaningful mission statement, and the keys to creating a profitable Web site. Buy now Find these items and more in the ACE Store. Special Offer for ACE Pros at InsureYourClub.com InsureYourClub.com, in conjunction with ACE, has developed an exclusive studio-program. This is specially designed for private studios that require comprehensive property and professional liability insurance, but do not need the complex coverage and expensive premiums that are required for health clubs. Learn more about your discount ACE at IDEA World 2006 Join ACE at the Idea World Fitness Convention, July 25-29, 2006, in Las Vegas. Sabrina Newton-Merrill, and Fabio Comana will be presenting on ACE's behalf. Also, stop by our booth (#428) to receive a free gift, or visit with ACE-pros in SPRI's booth (#620). See you there! IDEA World Information $2K Scholarship for ACE Pros FitRhythms is offering a $2,000 scholarship for upcoming Facilitator Trainings. Learn more The ACE Top Ten List Ten Tips to Recognize and Prevent an Exercise-induced Asthma Attack Read more Discussion Boards "Things have been getting static. How can I vary my training sessions?" Join the discussion See what else fitness professionals are talking about Exercise of the Month Double and Single-leg Bridge See the how-to View complete Exercise Library Recipe of the Month It doesn't get much more exotic than Thai Curried Chicken with Coconut and Mango. Read more Calendar of Events ACE Certification Exams Worldwide August 5, 2006 November 4, 2006 February 10, 2007 Register today Read about the importance of NCCA Accreditation ACE Educational Workshops Nationwide July 15-16, 2006 - Personal Trainer Exam Review Course August 5-6, 2006 - Foundations for Function: Movement by Design August 12, 2006 - AHA Heartsaver First Aid with CPR and AED Course August 12-13, 2006 - Training and Conditioning For Sports Performance Register today Tradeshows & Exhibiting Events Visit ACE at these events: July 13-16, 2006 - Atlanta MANIA July 25-27, 2006 - IDEA World Fitness Convention August 24-17, 2006 - Dallas MANIA View our complete schedule of events