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ACSM’s practice exam is the only resource that simulates the actual look and feel of the ACSM-Certified Exercise Physiologist certification exam. This online study tool includes 50 multiple-choice questions aimed to provide a real-exam experience.
BRIDGING EXERCISE AND OBESITY CARE GUIDED BY SCIENCE, NOT BIAS
Functional fitness testing provides exercise professionals across ACSM certifications with valuable information about movement, balance, mobility, muscular fitness, and physical function, but its greatest value comes from translating assessment findings into individualized exercise programming.…
Sponsored by: Gatorade Sports Science Institute (GSSI)
Presented by the ACSM Combat Sports Special Interest Group Summit in Partnership with the UFC Performance Institute
Several versions of squatting exist, but barbell back squat (BBS) and barbell front squat (BFS) are arguably two of the most-commonly studied and applied. The purpose of this Sets, Reps, and Science article-based course is to highlight the mechanical differences between the BBS and BFS, identify…
In this installment of the ExSci Careers Explored series, discover what it takes to build a career in exercise neuroscience. Using the Exercise and Memory Laboratory at the University of Mississippi as a case study, learners will gain an inside look at how a leading research laboratory operates.…
Presented by ACSM in partnership with Medical Fitness Association (MFA).
Presented by ACSM in partnership with Medical Fitness Association (MFA).
Presented by ACSM in partnership with Medical Fitness Association (MFA).
Cardiorespiratory fitness is increasingly considered a vital sign with proven value across the performance and health spectrum. Yet many widely used prediction equations to estimate cardiorespiratory fitness were not designed for today’s diverse athletic and clinical populations, leading to…
Cardiorespiratory fitness depends on more than the heart and lungs—it also relies on the ability of the vascular system to deliver oxygen efficiently to working muscles. This course explores the emerging role of reactive hyperemia as a comprehensive measure of vascular function that captures…
Exercise in hot environments challenges more than physical performance—it also affects the brain’s ability to process information, make decisions, and regulate movement. This course explores the latest research on how hyperthermia alters cognitive and neuroelectrical activity, with a focus on…
Explore the latest evidence on sex differences and menstrual cycle influences on neuromuscular performance. This course examines how biological sex shapes strength, motor control, fatigability, and motor unit behavior, while critically evaluating the commonly held belief that menstrual cycle…
Discover the emerging role of microRNA-1 (miR-1) as a key regulator of skeletal muscle growth and metabolism. This course explores the latest research demonstrating how exercise- and overload-induced reductions in miR-1 drive metabolic reprogramming that supports muscle hypertrophy. Participants…
Exercise prescription for cancer surviviors has been guided by a binary framework that separates resistance training (RT) and aerobic training (AT). However, emerging evidence increasingly challenges this separation. In oncology settings, there are many that challenges highlight the need for a…
Discover the latest science behind exercise, metabolism, and insulin sensitivity in this cutting-edge course. Learn how a single bout of exercise can dramatically enhance the body's ability to regulate blood glucose and improve insulin action, delivering immediate benefits for metabolic health.…
Discover the science behind how exercise can sharpen the mind and enhance performance. This course examines the powerful connection between physical activity and cognitive function, revealing how even a single bout of exercise can improve focus, reaction time, decision-making, and mental…
Despite the well-documented benefits of regular physical activity, African American men with diabetes remain underrepresented in exercise programs, contributing to persistent health disparities. This tutorial course presents a case study that applied the 2017 ACSM Achieving Health Equity…
Ultra-endurance sports place extreme demands not only on the body but also on the brain. Understanding how cognitive function responds under prolonged stress, and whether targeted brain stimulation can support mental performance, opens new frontiers in sports science. High-definition…
This symposium discusses three examples of research approaches that have advanced our understanding human skeletal muscle mitochondrial function in older age. Each presenter brings a unique perspective, ask different questions, and use novel combinations of methods to address their goals. Focus…
Social media and pseudoscience have a widespread influence on women’s health and exercise behaviors. Using a "Headline vs. Study" format, we will dissect popular fitness myths targeted at women and contrast them with current scientific evidence. This interactive, fast-paced session will help…
Recent research contributions have shed new light on the determinants of endurance exercise performance. New understandings related to both the cardiovascular and muscle metabolic determinants of oxygen supply and utilisation is considered, alongside emerging evidence concerning the importance…
Once thought of as “junk” due to their non-coding nature, recent findings have highlighted the importance of small RNAs (<200 base pairs in length) as biomarkers of health/disease and as regulators of downstream biological processes. The small RNA class contains regulatory elements such as…
