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SAN DIEGO, Calif. (April 26, 2012) — American Council on Exercise (ACE), in support of National Physical Fitness and Sports Month in May, is launching the ACE PALA+ Challenge to help individuals kick start a program to achieve the Presidential Active Lifestyle Award (PALA+). The ACE PALA+ Challenge consists of weekly cardiovascular and resistance workout plans for May and beyond that allow participants to fulfill the requirements for PALA+, reinvigorate a habit of daily physical activ...
Fitness industry leader shares tips on how to reduce injury risk during popular exercises
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (March 28, 2012) — The countdown to summer has begun, and many are flocking to the gym to get back into bathing suit shape. The American Council on Exercise (ACE) reminds enthusiasts of the importance of safety when starting a new fitness program or ramping up a workout regimen. To help fitness seekers workout safely and efficiently, ACE has released its list of the top...
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (January 18, 2012)—The American Council on Exercise (ACE®), today released its annual vision report for fitness in America. Among the organization’s ongoing efforts to inspire, motivate and encourage people to make physical activity an integral part of their everyday lives, ACE affirms its 10 key objectives to help individuals from all walks of life and communities from coast to coast come together to take action in support of the nation’s goal to co...
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (Dec. 15, 2011) — The American Council on Exercise (ACE) today announced the addition of Anthony J. Wall as director of professional education and Dr. Adam Bordes as senior health strategist, to the organization’s team of experts. In their new roles, Wall and Bordes will aid in expanding ACE’s professional education course offerings, and develop new tools and programs to bring vital fitness information to the public as part of ACE’s long-term goal ...
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (Nov. 8, 2011) —The American Council on Exercise today announced its top 2012 Fitness Trends to Watch as identified by its extensive network of personal trainers, exercise scientists, group fitness experts, allied health providers, and lifestyle and weight management coaches. The American Council on Exercise (ACE) is America’s leading authority on fitness and the world’s largest nonprofit fitness and personal trainer certification, continuing education a...
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (October 31, 2011)—Fitness industry experts Jonathan Ross and Lawrence Biscontini, M.A. have joined the team of fitness experts at the American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s leading authority on fitness and the world’s largest nonprofit fitness and personal trainer certification, continuing education and training organization. Ross and Biscontini will join ACE as part of the organization’s ongoing growth strategy.
“We are rapidly expanding ACE to meet the increasin...
Nationwide Search Recognizes Trainer from Ohio as Country’s Best
SAN DIEGO, Calif., October 13, 2011 – Life Fitness, the global leader in commercial fitness equipment manufacturing and the American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s leading authority on fitness and the largest nonprofit fitness certification, education and training organization in the world, have named Nicole Nichols as America’s top Personal Trainer to Watch. Nichols was selected after a six-month, ...
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (September 28, 2011)—The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s leading authority on fitness and the world’s largest nonprofit fitness certification, education and training organization, today announced the results of an independently conducted, academic study on Vibram FiveFingers, a sock-style shoe designed to simulate the effect of running barefoot while still protecting the foot. The study found that while the shoes may be beneficial for tho...
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (August 25, 2011) — The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s leading authority on fitness and the world’s largest nonprofit fitness certification, education and training organization, today launched an unparalleled suite of complimentary information on ACEFitness.org for all practicing fitness professionals with the purpose of advancing the fitness industry as a whole. The online resource center includes access to ACE’s new blog, Fitnovati...
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (July 21, 2011) —The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s leading authority on fitness and the world’s largest nonprofit fitness certification, education and training organization, today announced the promotion of Janet Frenkel to chief operating officer. Frenkel previously served as executive vice president of marketing and sales for the organization.
In the newly created position, Frenkel is responsible for the implementation and exec...
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (July 11, 2011)—The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s leading authority on fitness and the world’s largest nonprofit fitness certification, education and training organization, today announced the results of the first independently conducted published study on StreetStrider, an elliptical cross-trainer on wheels for outdoor use. The study found that the product provides a more intense and effective cardiovascular workout when compared t...
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (June 16, 2011)—The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America’s leading authority on fitness, today formally introduced the ACE Integrated Fitness Training™ (ACE IFT™) Model, the first comprehensive personal training program designed by a national organization using an exclusive, complete and easy-to-understand approach that is customized to suit the fitness goals, communication style, behavioral tendencies and personality of each client. Develop...