I Get So Much More Out Of My Daily Walks Thanks To This Simple Fitness Accessory (Huffpost)
Cameil Ross, a group fitness instructor certified by the American Council on Exercise, said that “adding a weighted vest to your workout routine [increases] the resistance and cardiovascular output, which may result in higher caloric burn. It forces your muscles to work harder, which can build muscular strength as well.”
Learn moreHow Long Does It Take to Build Muscle? Fitness Experts Weigh In (Today)
Beyond improving physical appearance, muscles help maintain posture, stabilize joints and allow us to move, says Cedric X. Bryant, Ph.D., chief executive officer at the American Council on Exercise. “(Muscle) helps regulate blood sugar, supports metabolic function, protects joints and bones, and contributes to longevity and independence as we age,” Bryant tells TODAY.com. “In many ways, muscle is one of the body’s most important organs for both performance and health.”
Learn moreAmerican Council on Exercise Launches Course to Teach Fitness Trainers All About Menopause (The Flow Space)
Today the American Council on Exercise (ACE), a national organization that confers fitness certifications to personal and group fitness instructors and health coaches, launched a dedicated program to educate exercise and health professionals on the specific needs of menopausal women so they can better support them...
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