Walking Forum Report Shows Need To Expand Physical Activity In Schools Oct 6, 2008
The ACSM was a co-sponsor of the 2005 walking conference with the U. of I.. Zhu called the supplement the most comprehensive collection of the current literature on walking. (Science Daily)
Chewing the (non)fat in sports nutrition Oct 4, 2008
For further information, some recommended websites are acsm. org (the American College of Sports Medicine), usta. (NJ.com -- Times)
When Training Backfires: Hard Work That's Too Hard Sep 4, 2008
Or, he said, they might want to seek out a physician who specializes in sports medicine a list is available on acsm. org. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Want to boost kids grades? Get 'em moving Aug 20, 2008
But its also that he might not do as well in school, says James Pivarnik, president-elect of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and a professor of kinesiology at Michigan State University in East Lansing ... And the least fit students had grades in four core classes that were 13 percent to 20 percent lower than all other kids, according to findings presented at a recent ACSM meeting ... The ACSM is pushing for more physical activity in schools, as is fitness guru Richard... (MSNBC -- Health)
Kristin Coates Named Cheerleading Coach Aug 12, 2008
She is a certified by Protecting God's Children to instruct for the Diocese of Pittsburgh, and is an active member in the Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) Club at Slippery Rock University, the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance AAHPERD). Hadfield brings over 20 years of coaching experience to the Duquesne staff. (Goduquesne.com)
Youve got mail, now get moving Jul 23, 2008
Youve got mail now get moving - Smart Fitness- msnbc. $7 online stock trades. (MSNBC -- Health)
Kathy Kolasa column: Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health Jul 16, 2008
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) in conjunction with the American Heart Association (AHA) recently updated their physical-exercise guidelines for individuals between the ages of 18-65, as well as setting out separate recommendations for people over the age of 65. Key to both the new and older guidelines is the advice to remain active regardless of the stage of life you are in. (The Daily Reflector)
Improve Your Golf Score by Increasing Strength and Flexibility Says Dr. Vasili Gatsinaris of Next Level Wellness Jun 30, 2008
According to a May 2007 statement made by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the lack of warm-ups is linked to golf injuries ... The ACSM site reports that Fradkin surveyed 304 golfers, who revealed their golf activities, injury status and warm-up habits over a 12-month period. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Fit, Not Frail: Exercise as a Tonic for Aging Jun 25, 2008
Under Influence, click on Physical Activity Guidelines From ACSM and AHA.. The experts who made these recommendations urge all adults to adopt them now. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
For Heart Health, Sprints Match Endurance Training Jun 6, 2008
Follow ACSM guidelines when you start and exercise program ... And in regards to ACSM guidelines, the ACSM recommends vigorous aerobic exercise ... I won t quibble about the differences the diff types of energy system training as I assume the ACSM refers to aerobic exercise as a catch-all designation for the uneducated trainee. (New York Times)
Technological Interventions Merge Into Health and Fitness May 31, 2008
D., FACSM believe this is the first time the two devices -- step and glucose meters -- have been combined together in a mobile phone ... ACSM's Exercise is Medicine(TM) (www ... In addition, a 2006 ACSM Roundtable Consensus Statement advocated for exercise during pregnancy, citing significant lowering of complication risks due to pregnancy-induced chronic conditions. (FOXBusiness)
U.S. Surgeon General Calls on Doctors to Prescribe Exercise May 30, 2008
"This year, more than 150,000 K-12 students have taken the Governor's Challenge to exercise for 30 to 60 minutes a day at least three times a week and now we have more than 2,000 doctors who have just joined our team -- together we hope to help California become known not only as the Golden State, but also the Nation's Fitness State." Exercise is Medicine is a national initiative that was launched last November by the American Medical Association (AMA) and the American College of Sports Medicine... (PR Newswire)
Report dubs Atlanta sixth-fittest city May 30, 2008
The metro area is among the fittest of America's most populous cities, according to a report released Thursday by the (ACSM) and. The ACSM American Fitness Index inaugural data report, "Health and Community Fitness Status of 16 Large Metropolitan Areas," ranks metro Atlanta sixth fittest among the 16 most populous metro areas. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Experts Available to Discuss Study Claiming Teens with TV in Their Bedroom Less Likely to Have Healthy Habits Apr 15, 2008
Amy Hendel, R-PA, IDEA, ACSM, CEO of , is a well-known health/medical/lifestyle television correspondent & expert. In her private Family Lifestyle Therapy practice, Ms. Hendel trains and counsels patients with her own unique blend of nutrition, fitness, and psychology approaches, targeting the whole family. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
How to Become a Personal Trainer Apr 5, 2008
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) ... "We look at a few certifications. NCSM is one, ACSM and NSCA are others." But when asked about ACE, Lathan replied, "We don't look at ACE that highly anymore because it doesn't focus much on program design.". (Suite101.com)
Shape Up Montana - Tips for buying, using the right elliptical trainer Mar 26, 2008
ACSM also recommends to make certain the pedals will comfortably accommodate the size of your feet. Pedals with a textured non-slip surface and high curved ridges also will prevent your feet from sliding around or even off the pedal when exercising. (Missoulian, MT)
Recession Proof Yourself With Education Mar 19, 2008
ISSA, ACE, NASM, AFAA and ACSM are a few of the more reputable certificate programs. If you're interested in striking out on your own as a personal trainer, ISSA is a great choice for certification because they focus in on the business aspects of personal training in addition to the scientific principles. (PR Newswire)
Eight Ways To Kick-Start Your Fitness Routine Jan 2, 2008
According to the ACSM, about two-thirds of patients surveyed in a recent study said they would be more interested in exercising for health reasons if advised by their doctor about options and routines. The campaign's goal is to have physicians record physical activity as a vital sign during visits and advise patients to log 30 minutes of exercise and 10 minutes of stretching and light muscle training five days a week. (Forbes)
Going the extra mile is it worth it? Dec 28, 2007
released earlier this year by the ACSM and the American Heart Association encourage people to get at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity cardiovascular exercise, such as brisk walking, five days a week or at least 20 minutes of more intense cardio, such as jogging, three times a week. The guidelines also call for strength-training on at least two days. (MSNBC -- Health)
Research lands professor on cover of ACSM's Health & Fitness Journal Dec 27, 2007
Thursday, December 27, 2007 12:23 AM CST Research lands professor on cover of ACSM's Health ss Journal ... CHARLESTON Research by an Eastern Illinois University faculty member has landed him on the cover of the January/February 2008 issue of ACSM s Health & Fitness Journal. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
A gift card for life Dec 26, 2007
The American Heart Association and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommend performing moderately intense cardio exercise for at least 30 minutes a day, five days a week ... The ACSM recommends doing eight to 10 strength-training exercises with eight to 12 repetitions of each exercise two to three times a week. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Top Tips For Picking A Gym Nov 8, 2007
Cotton, also the national director of certification for the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), recommends inquiring about the educational and certification levels of staff members, particularly trainers ... There are seven top-level credentialing organizations, including the ACSM and the American Council on Exercise, that are well-known for demanding standards. (Forbes)
Exercise touted as form of medicine Nov 6, 2007
"This could be the greatest public health problem of our time," said Dr. Robert Sallis, president of the ACSM. ... Nearly two-thirds of patients say they would be more interested in exercising to improve their health if advised by a doctor, according to a recent study by the ACSM.. (The Palm Beach Post)
Walking and Running Prescriptions Nov 5, 2007
The Exercise is Medicine initiative is a project of the AMA and the ACSM. It prescribes physical activity for better health ... Dr. Robert Sallis, president of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), and Dr. Ronald Davis, president of the American Medical Association (AMA), are spearheading the Exercise is Medicine initiative ... This joint initiative of the ACSM and the AMA wants to make the medical community and the general public aware of the value of exercise to health. (Suite101.com)
Extended benefits Oct 31, 2007
Exercise physiologist Michael Bracko, a spokesperson for the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), says the findings offer some good news about stretching, which also can help keep people flexible, improve posture and possibly allow them to avoid some injuries and other aches and pains ... Not surprisingly, those on the stretching program improved their flexibility, demonstrated by an average 18 percent increase in the distance they could reach during stretching, according to findings... (MSNBC -- Health)
Feeling the burn in time for winter Oct 31, 2007
Kyl Samway, who is a certified ACSM health fitness trainer at Zenergy, teaches the class and from the get-go of introducing myself I could tell that I was in for an extreme workout just by the looks I received from the fellow participants. It was the look of, o you know what you're getting yourself into. (Wood River Journal, ID)
No pain, no gain Oct 9, 2007
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), one of the major international organisations responsible for issuing health and fitness guidelines, became so concerned that its advice to "accumulate 30 minutes of moderate activity on most days of the week" was being misinterpreted (letting us believe that light activities were sufficient), that it went back to the drawing board earlier this year ... There are three main changes to the new ACSM guidelines ... "How best to describe exercise... (Guardian Unlimited)
Senior Fitness Guidelines Oct 2, 2007
Everyone should include fitness in their life, the AMA and ACSM recently amended fitness guidelines for seniors; you may find them helpful ... Recently the AHA (American Heart Association) and ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) amended the recommendations for seniors established in 1995 by CDC (the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) and ASCM. The following are the updated guidelines for seniors. (Suite101.com)
A java jolt may boost, not wreck, your workout Aug 22, 2007
Turns out, though, there's no convincing evidence to support this recommendation, says Armstrong, who published an article on the subject in the July issue of Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews, a journal of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) ... Larry Kenney, a professor of physiology at Penn State University in University Park and a spokesperson for the ACSM, emphasizes that all exercisers caffeine addicts or not need to make sure they stay properly hydrated by replacing... (MSNBC -- Health)
Beyond Cardio: What You Need Aug 12, 2007
This month the American College of Sports Medicine (acsm. org) along with the American Heart Association (americanheart. (MSNBC -- Health)
Heart, sports experts revise exercise advice Aug 8, 2007
All healthy adults aged 18 to 65 need moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity for at least 30 minutes on five days each week, or 20 minutes of intense aerobic activity at least three days a week, the AHA and the ACSM said ... The recommendations sharpen slightly those made in 1995 by the Center for Disease Control and the ACSM on the types and amounts of physical activity needed by healthy adults. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
More of this story... Aug 2, 2007
Dehydration is directly linked to a decline in performance on the basketball court, according to a study published on July 3 in Medicine ce in Sports ise, the official journal of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) ... In February 2007, ACSM issued the Position Stand xercise and Fluid Replacement, which provides insight on how to properly hydrate before, during, and after exercise. (The Exeter Sun, CA)
Activity levels predicted for first year college students Aug 2, 2007
Both sets of research were presented at the 54th Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Predictors of activity levels vary. (The Exeter Sun, CA)
New guidelines urge: Put some muscle into your workout Aug 2, 2007
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USADA takes doping fight to doctors Jul 17, 2007
We believe that the sphere of responsibility for illegal doping needs to be expanded beyond the athlete to those who aid and abet them in the process of cheating via the use of banned doping techniques, ACSM president Robert Sallis said ... The ACSM calls itself the world's largest sports medicine and exercise science organization, with more than 20,000 members, including doctors, certified personal trainers, physical therapists and nutritionists ... Under the USADA partnership, the ACSM's... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Videogames Do Give Couch Potatoes a Workout Jul 17, 2007
"We were interested in measuring the levels of exertion from an exercise physiology point of view and compared the average heart rate that each subject was exercising at to the American College of Sports Medicine's (ACSM) recommended exercise heart rate range," Thin said. "Our findings reveal that playing these videogames can provide an effective workout.". (MEDLINEplus)
Girl's sport cream death still a mystery Jun 18, 2007
" He says the ACSM will wait for more facts before reaching any kind of position on curbing or issuing new guidelines for the creams' use. Kimmel, the director of the injury clinic at Appalachian State University, expects the case will be a major topic at the upcoming NATA's annual convention in Anaheim in two weeks. "I'm sure they're going to be talking about that," said Randy Oravetz, Florida State's director of sports medicine. His training room is full of topical analgesics in various... (AZCentral -- News)
Does Your Child Need a Personal Trainer? Jun 10, 2007
org) or the American College of Sports Medicine (acsm. org) and/or has a bachelor's degree in physical therapy or a fitness-related field. (MSNBC -- Health)
Exercise can cut coronary artery disease risk for some with MS Apr 30, 2007
Each exercise session consisted of a three minute warm up at a self-assessed comfortable speed followed by 30 minutes of cycle ergometry (continuous or intermitant) at 60 percent of VO2peak, consistent with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) guidelines for improving health and fitness. Subjects were assessed for CAD risk before and after the exercise intervention, according to the guidelines of the American Heart Association. (EurekAlert!)
Nutritious Jelly Beans for Skaters Apr 25, 2007
Because their good taste encourages consumption, Jelly Belly sports beans may help you meet the ACSM guidelines. Production company analysts are presently testing the use of sports jelly beans by cyclists participating in a UC Davis School of Medicine study. (Suite101.com)
Re-work your workouts and spend less time in the gym Apr 25, 2007
Recently revised strength-training guidelines from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommend a single set of 8 to 12 strength reps (with enough weight that you can't do any more) instead of 2 or 3 sets ... A pyramid approach to your cardio workout will save time over exerting the same effort throughout, says Keli Roberts, an ACSM-certified personal trainer and group fitness manager at Equinox Pasadena. (CNN)
Are you the fittest of them all? Mar 21, 2007
He is co-editor/author of the ACSM Guidelines, as well as over 130 other papers/presentations. He is an active triathlete and runner. (Newsday -- Health)
Fitness that functions like you do Mar 7, 2007
"It's an exercise program that's designed to make your activities of daily life easier," says Walt Thompson, a professor of exercise science at Georgia State University in Atlanta, who last year conducted a worldwide trend survey for the ACSM.. So rather than just running you through a series of traditional free-weight activities or a trip on the treadmill, personal trainers increasingly are coming up with tailor-made ways to build clients strength, coordination, balance and endurance,... (MSNBC -- Health)
Let's Get Physical Feb 19, 2007
ACSM recommends a minimum of one exercise of eight to 12 repetitions for all major muscles two to three times per week to significantly cut the amount of muscle mass lost. Proctor said when the body is working to develop muscle, it burns calories faster than during cardiovascular exercise. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
A fit beginning Jan 3, 2007
Look for someone who holds a professional certification from organizations such as ACE, the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). To make it more affordable, think about semi-private or small group training. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
