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215 of 588 courses · National members receive member rates. Prices from the ACSM PathLMS catalog.

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1 CECNutrition

Tradeoffs of Paleo, Gluten-Free, and Vegan Diets

Athletes and recreationally active individuals often choose to follow diets such as Paleo, Gluten Free, or Vegan Diets for perceived health and athletic performance benefits. However, improper implementation of these diets can put an individual at risk for musculoskeletal injuries, hormonal…

$30
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1 CECBehavior Change

Mental Health Crisis: The Impact of Exercise and the Environment on Psychobiological Function

Psychiatric illnesses are pervasive, recurrent, and debilitating and are a leading cause of global disease and disability burden. This course explores the physiological mechanisms by which mood and anxiety disorders increase chronic disease risk, with a major focus on the influence of exercise…

$30
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1 CECAthletic Performance

Mental Stability Through the Physical: We Need a Renaissance

This presentation features a historic overview of classical physical education from ancient Greece through the 1960s JFK era. Attendees will learn valuable lessons on how learning "through the physical" created mental stability, good citizenship, "physical literacy" and how physically active and…

$30
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5 CECsAthletic Performance

Anatomy of Movement

Learning to evaluate movement is key for all exercise professionals and those involved in sports performance. This interactive course covers joint movement (or “kinesiology”) and breaks down various exercises into their component parts, providing participants with a well-founded introduction to…

$150
Member $90
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6 CECsActive Aging/Older Adult Fitness

Strength to Power for Older Adults

Evidence-based training concepts for older-adult clients (illustrative listing).

$99 Illustrative
Member $79
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Out of Many, One: A History of the American College of Sports Medicine

Free ACSM Member download: Created in 1954, the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) has over 15,000 members in almost 60 countries around the world. Its members work in a wide array of scientific disciplines, medical specialties, and allied health professions. Berryman (medical history…

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Exercise is Medicine®

Organizational Implementation of Exercise is Medicine-On Campus Programs

Drs. Samantha Harden and Connie Tompkins along with PhD student Kristin Jett will lead the talk in exploring the contexts of Gold-level Exercise is Medicine On Campus (EIM-OC) programs. They will provide an overview of how these programs implement exercise referral schemes and their success to…

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Health Promotion

Every Breath You Take

Have you considered that a breath-work practice can be as impactful as a nutrition program? Conscious breathing has a direct effect on both your physical and emotional bodies. During this session, you’ll complete a self-assessment to discover your “breath-blocks”. You’ll learn specific breathing…

$30
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Brain Health

Brain Gains: Top Exercises and Supplements for Cognitive Enhancement and Brain Physiology

Explore the intersection of exercise and nutrition in cognitive enhancement with “Brain Gains.” Dr. Terence Moriarty will present his newest original research on the effects of exercise and supplements on brain function. This session will also dive into the latest scientific research on how…

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Business/Marketing/Social Media

AI Revolution in Sports and Exercise: Enhancing Performance Analysis and Training

explores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in sports science and fitness. This session examines how AI, including generative AI, revolutionizes personalized training, injury prediction, and performance analysis. Attendees will learn about AI’s current applications and…

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Business/Marketing/Social Media

Building a Successful Small Business as a Fitness Professional

The fitness industry offers incredible opportunities for personal trainers to carve out their niche and build thriving small businesses. However, many trainers struggle with the business side of their careers. My journey from a corporate job to becoming a successful fitness professional and…

$30
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Chronic Health Conditions

Using The Perfect Step Method to Improve Odds of Ambulation after Spinal Cord Injury

This course examines the rehabilitation methodologies at one of the premier paralysis recovery centers in the country and how they apply to spinal cord injury recovery. It highlights the program’s range from specialized assessments to specific neural movement patterns designed to enhance…

$30
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