About the American Council on Exercise^® (ACE)

Founded in 1985, the American Council on Exercise^® (ACE) is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and certifying health and exercise professionals. For nearly four decades, ACE has served as a trusted resource for media, professionals, and the public by delivering credible education, evidence-based insights, and high professional standards that support healthier people and communities.

ACE education is grounded in science-based, person-centered philosophies that emphasize sustainable behavior change. These include the ACE Integrated Fitness Training^® (IFT^®) Model, the ACE Mover Method™, the ACE RRAMP Approach™, and the ACE 7 Core Drivers of Healthy Living. Together, these frameworks guide how ACE prepares professionals to support long-term health and wellbeing across diverse populations.

ACE Impact

Each year, the ACE Impact Report highlights how our work drives meaningful changes across the health and fitness industry. From offering the highest quality education to collaborating with like-minded organizations to increase equitable access to movement and well-being, the report showcases key achievements, measurable outcomes, and the collective impact made possible by the ACE community. It reflects ACE's ongoing commitment to our mission of getting people moving.

View the ACE Impact Report

Media Resources & Expert Access

ACE serves as a go-to source for timely, credible perspectives on physical activity, behavior change, and public health. Media professionals may contact ACE for:

• Access to qualified health and fitness experts for interviews, articles, and public service campaigns
• Commentary on the role of physical activity and behavior change within the healthcare continuum
• Insights on the latest research and industry trends
• Consumer-friendly health and movement tips