American Council on Exercise

Learn more about San Diego’s Spaces as Places Initiative and how it connects to Moving Together Outside.

The American Council on Exercise (ACE)?announces two new Executive Team members.?Chris Goudeseune has been promoted to Vice President of Operations, and Lauren Shroyer MS, ATC has been promoted to Vice President of Product and Innovation.  

With the goal of giving individuals and communities access to health and fitness programming that positively impacts their lives, the American Council on Exercise (ACE) furthers its commitment to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion with two new courses on how fitness managers and business owners can build more inclusive environments within the fitness industry.

When it comes to helping picky eaters expand their palates, a new study suggests that positive approaches will likely be more effective than negative or coercive strategies.

In this Q&A session, Farel Hruska, Director of Education and Culture at Chuze Fitness, explains how Chuze’s long-standing commitment to wellness helped their clients thrive throughout the pandemic—and beyond. 

A new study suggests that the factors that result in overeating and weight gain are more complex than the amount of carbs or fat in one’s diet.

New research shows that people who experience big dips in blood sugar levels several hours after eating may end up feeling hungrier and consuming hundreds more calories during the day than others.

A new research review examined the link between muscular training and fat loss. Learn what the findings revealed and how you can use this information to help your clients reach their health- and fitness-related goals.

Read about Dr. Bryant’s award here.

Read about updated language passed by the AMA’s CPT Editorial Panel opens the CPT codes up for use by health coaches and other health and medical occupations that deliver health coaching as part of their treatments, programs and interventions.

Hear Mark Harrington, Jr.’s story about how he found himself in the same boat as his fellow fitness club owners across the nation—scrambling to deliver his facility’s physical activity programs in a safe, accommodating way.

New health coach education pathway makes it easy to enter the field of health coaching with confidence. 

ACE president and chief science officer, Cedric X. Bryant, shares how club operators can promote and implement strategies for a more inclusive industry in Club Business International.

Learn more about the Moving Together Outside live virtual information session.

While the links between nutrition and physical health are well understood, not much is known about the role nutrition plays in children’s mental well-being. A new study sheds light on the link between fruit and vegetable consumption and mental well-being among school-aged children.

Learn about the city-led Healthy St. Pete Initiative and its goal to advance the health and well-being of all St. Petersburg’s community members. 

The American Council on Exercise (ACE) promoted Sarah Beavins to the role of Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Beavins has more than two decades of marketing experience in higher education, nonprofit and advertising agencies. 

Time-restricted eating (TRE), which has garnered increased attention in recent years among those interested in weight loss, is a dietary regimen that restricts eating to specific hours. A new study shows that, in addition to weight loss, TRE confers multiple health benefits, and that the extent of those benefits may depend on sex and age.

As fall weather begins, certified exercise professionals and community members alike are starting to think about where they can access safe, structured exercise when “indoor-only” weather sets in—especially since COVID-19 remains a public health concern. 

Learn six steps to secure a shared outdoor space for your exercise classes and become more involved in the community at large. 

The FBA (Fitness Business Association) SUCCEED! Virtual Conference Expo has pulled out all the stops when it comes to a new way to connect virtually and access your continuing education.

For those who know the pain of migraines, anything that might offer the possibility of relief is worth a try. Based on new research, one key to reducing the frequency and intensity of monthly migraines may be consuming a high fish-oil diet.

One major goal of ACE’s Moving Together Outside campaign is to continue expanding structured, green physical activity programs post-pandemic. 

Jay Blahnik, internationally recognized fitness expert and Apple’s Senior Director of Fitness Technologies, and Tuoyo Louis, MPH, MBA, Co-founder and Managing Partner of Seae Ventures, have joined the American Council on Exercise (ACE) as members of its board of directors effective July 1, 2021.

When your brain must choose between something that tastes really good and something that is healthy, it’s pretty clear which one often wins out. Now, new research describes what goes on in our brains when we reach for a candy bar instead of an apple.

Launched today, this course will help exercise professionals understand implicit bias and incorporate a person-centered approach to coaching.

In recognition of Pride Month, ACE recently hosted a Facebook Live event discussing the LGBTQIA+ community in the fitness industry. Watch now!

When indoor gyms and other exercise facilities were forced to close during the pandemic, many people turned to green exercise to safely continue their regular physical activity. What began as a safe workaround to indoor exercise venues quickly gained momentum—and staying power. 

As a local government official, you can engage with your community in many different intentional ways to better understand their public health expectations. The following best practices will help you turn your city into the health advocacy leader your residents need and deserve—for good.  

Feeling stressed? A new study showed that eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is associated with less stress—and about 2 cups per day is all it takes.

Are you vaccinated? Here are some guidelines for getting moving again.

Watch the final installment of our "Women Leading the Fitness Industry" series! Shannon Fable and Jenny Ford discuss virtual group fitness and how Jenny has inspired millions around the world through her YouTube channel.

The Moving Together Outside Campaign is working to ensure that shared-use agreements continue to be issued and make green exercise a mainstay in the realm of physical activity.

The WIFA Growth Grant will champion and accelerate women’s careers in the fitness industry.

As two global organizations dedicated to supporting professionals in the fitness industry and creating lasting, positive impact, the partnership between ACE and WIFA is a natural fit.  

Maxie Blasini, MS and ACE Expert Araceli De Leon discuss how Maxi uses health coaching to help an underserved population and help the people that need it most.

Amy Bantham, DrPH, MPP, MS, shares her research and goals of how cross-sector partnerships can dramatically improve public health.

New research compared the effects of eating a high-protein vs. a moderate-protein diet on building muscle mass and strength in middle-aged adults. 

What unique challenges do women face in the fitness industry? We spoke to the experts to find out.

Shared-use agreements have benefits for governments, exercise professionals and communities. Read on to learn more.