American Council on Exercise

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. 

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.

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.  

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

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.

Have you thought about signing up as a Moving Together Outside Campaign supporter but have questions? We answer your most frequently asked questions here.

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 those whose blood-sugar levels are more consistent..

Until now, little has been known about the trade-offs between the health benefits of physical activity taking place outdoors and the potentially harmful effects of air pollution, but a new study suggests that exercising strenuously outdoors may actually cause more harm than good.

Learn more about Jijo, a new virtual fitness platform, and their new partnership with ACE.

ACE has partnered with the Personal Trainer Development Center on timely education that prepares exercise professionals to create and manage an online personal training business.

The Moving Together Outside Campaign calls for an increase in shared-use agreements and permits for safe, structured physical activity experiences.

The new course will equip exercise professionals with the knowledge and skills to appropriately address the needs of people with intellectual disabilities.

It’s no secret that the world’s population is getting older. This age wave is creating wide-ranging opportunities for health and exercise professionals who have a functional knowledge and expertise in aging and its impact on well-being.

Recent research studies reveal preliminary evidence that the American Council on Exercise’s Integrated Fitness Training Model (ACE IFT Model®) and the ACE Mover Method™ are effective in providing personalized exercise programming to improve a client’s cardiometabolic health and facilitate healthy lifestyle changes. 

Recently, ACE launched the Moving Together Outside campaign. Read more to learn the goal of this campaign.

ACE recently unveiled its 2020 Impact Report, an at a glance look at the work ACE has done in the past year to get people moving and encourage people from all walks of life to make healthy, sustainable lifestyle changes.

The nutrition facts label is being updated based on new nutrition research, updated scientific information, and input from the public, all to make it easier for consumers to make informed food choices to better support a healthy diet. Here’s what you need to know.

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.

The enhanced Senior Fitness Specialist Program educates exercise professionals to help a growing population of older adults lead healthy, active lives.

You may be surprised to learn that ACE also offers the opportunity to acquire continuing education credits (CECs) through some nontraditional channels. Here are creative ideas for earning CECs that you may not have heard of.

Learn how ACE has been living our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.