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WHO Releases New Guidelines on Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior

December 19, 2020 | by Cedric X. Bryant in Exercise Science
WHO Releases New Guidelines on Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior

These guidelines should inform the efforts of health coaches and exercise professionals who work to empower populations to achieve healthy levels of physical activity, as they provide evidence-based support for the programming you provide to your clients.

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“Exercise for Only 11 Minutes a Day!” — A Case Study in Misrepresenting the Science

December 18, 2020 | by Cedric X. Bryant in Exercise Science
“Exercise for Only 11 Minutes a Day!” — A Case Study in Misrepresenting the Science

You may have seen a lot of headlines in recent weeks touting the fact that people need to perform only 11 minutes of exercise each day to increase their lifespans. Sounds too good to be true, right?

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COVID-19 Considerations for Sports and Physical Activity

September 17, 2020 | by American Council on Exercise in Exercise Science
COVID-19 Considerations for Sports and Physical Activity

Learn how to put the latest recommendations regarding physical activity and COVID-19 into practice when working with clients.

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Exercising with a Face Covering: Safety Do’s and Don’ts

June 15, 2020 | by American Council on Exercise in Exercise Science
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Supporting Clients Through Lapses and Relapses

March 31, 2020 | by Karen Nathan in Exercise Science
Supporting Clients Through Lapses and Relapses

Do your clients struggle to stick with their health and wellness goals? Lapses and relapses are common, but you can help your clients renew their commitments and make plans to get back on track.

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