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ACE Pros: A Bridge to Public Health

April 08, 2021 | by Cedric X. Bryant in Disease Considerations
ACE Pros: A Bridge to Public Health

ACE can serve as the bridge between policymakers and stakeholders, but it is you, the ACE Certified Professional, who is the bridge between individuals, and who can help people in communities around the world improve their overall wellness through healthier, more active lifestyles. 

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Stress Awareness Month: Stress Reduction Tips for Clients

April 01, 2021 | by Aida Johnson-Rapp in Disease Considerations
Stress Awareness Month: Stress Reduction Tips for Clients

As a health and exercise professional, it is essential that you have a comprehensive knowledge of the tools available to help yourself, your clients and your participants recognize negative stressors and their impact on health, and how to use these tools to produce positive behavior change.

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The Best Fitness Apps and Tech for Fitness Pros in 2021

March 31, 2021 | by Lee Jordan in Pro Advice
The Best Fitness Apps and Tech for Pros in 2021

Learn about some of the best, lesser-known apps and new technology products of 2021 for fitness pros.

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7 Ideas for Outdoor Workouts That Burn Fat

March 16, 2021 | by Pete McCall in Program Design
7 Ideas for Outdoor Workouts That Burn Fat

As the weather warms up and it becomes more enjoyable to be outside, you can add variety to your clients’ exercise programs by incorporating more outdoor workouts. Check out these seven options for designing outdoor workouts that could help clients focus on burning fat to achieve a healthy body weight.

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Advice for Training Your Clients Outdoors  

March 09, 2021 | by Dr. Erin Nitschke in Pro Advice
Advice for Training Your Clients Outdoors  

Training clients outdoors allows health and exercise professionals to support social distancing while still providing quality exercise sessions. Here’s what you need to know to hold safe and effective outdoor training sessions.

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