DC region is the "fittest" in the country, says new ranking trib.al/sHW392l

#Exercise Physiologists: Abstract submission and reg for #IPExercise2024 are still open! Submit an abstract by 8/22. Register early to save $100. Check out the schedule of events, and we’ll see you at Penn State in November: ow.ly/QHU750SHEOt

How much do you know about Olympic Rugby? If your answer is not much, then you won't want to miss Katie Hunzinger, PhD's blog!🏉 This 5-min read shares a brief history of the sport in the #Olympics + looks into the biomechanics of the scrum, a #Rugby hallmark: brnw.ch/21wLuHp

What do the top ranking cities for fitness have in common? A new report ranked the largest American cities on fitness level and environment. ACSM American Fitness Index American College of Sports Medicine Elevance Health Foundation NTD News #fitness

Listen in for insights from Kira Blum & Dr. Lisa Woodroffe of The Iowa Hawkeyes on the evolving landscape, weight protocols, and safety measures for female wrestlers. 🎙️Spotify brnw.ch/21wLAWv 🎙️Apple brnw.ch/21wLAWw 🎙️Online brnw.ch/21wLAWx

📣 We are excited to announce that we will be partnering with @IDEAfit once again to host the 2025 IDEA & ACSM Health & Fitness Summit! Save the date: March 7-9, 2025 📍Hilton Denver City Center, Denver, CO We are now accepting session proposals! brnw.ch/21wLCTf

"The bottom line is our community is built around the automobile, and even though a person in NYC may only walk a half block from their subway station to their apartment, that’s a block more than anyone here.” More on why OKC is at the bottom of the #100FitCities list:

Figuring out what to do after an athletic career can be daunting. I was lucky to be inspired during my time at Penn State Women’s Gymnastics by our team physician Margot Putukian. Here we are years later with Team USA & USA Gymnastics supporting the athletes The Olympic Games Life after sport can be golden too ✨

On the Rise: Pittsburgh climbs into the top 20 of 'fittest cities' in the nation, according to the new American College of Sports Medicine Elevance Health Foundation American Fitness Index. ow.ly/BU6U50SP7eG

🆕 From understanding heat illnesses to navigating health & safety policies, this interview w/William Adams, PhD, ATC, FACSM is packed w/critical info on protecting high school athletes. 🎙️Spotify: brnw.ch/21wLQyA 🎙️Apple: brnw.ch/21wLQyz 🎙️Online: brnw.ch/21wLQyB

Pedestrian deaths in the U.S. decreased by 5.4% in 2023, but are still 14.1% above pre-pandemic levels. 🚸 Improving safety means advocating for Complete Streets and better infrastructure. Learn how you can take action: brnw.ch/21wLVVb #100FitCities

ACSM & Exercise Connection are proud to offer an updated Autism Exercise Specialist Course and corresponding Autism Exercise Specialist Certificate®, up to date with the latest professional standards and practices. Get ready to make a profound impact: brnw.ch/21wLXxE

Fitness pros: for a limited time you can join ACSM as an Alliance member for only $80 a year! Benefits include: ✅ Access to @HFJOnline ✅ Exclusive, members-only career and learning resources ✅ Discounted online CEC courses & more! Code: AllianceSave30 brnw.ch/21wM5NH

🏌️‍♂️ Youth golf coaches & parents: Tune in to hear Brent Nicoson share tips on building a strong foundation, balancing prep & keeping the game fun for young golfers. ⛳️ 🎙️Spotify: brnw.ch/21wM8Ps 🎙️Apple: brnw.ch/21wM8Pr 🎙️Online: brnw.ch/21wM8Pq

Graduate & doctoral students: Have you applied for the GSSI Diversity in Sports Science Award yet? Submit your application by Sept. 13 for the opportunity to earn funds to support your research. ❇️Learn more & apply: brnw.ch/21wM9sq *Must be an ACSM member to qualify

Attention students! Join the ExSci Careers Webinar series to hear Sandy Knecht & Sadie Engelken discuss careers as CEPs, in-demand specialties, and collaboration with healthcare professionals. Don't miss it! Register: brnw.ch/21wMb7I

Attn: #ACSMCertified professionals — you're invited to become a League of Garmin Sweat Leader, an exclusive group of fitness leaders who inspire their communities to move. Get access to perks, including a discount on select Garmin smartwatches. Apply: brnw.ch/21wMcUi

Next week, episode one of our podcast series collaboration with the ACSM airs! Check out our specials guests and stay tuned for their episodes in this series based on the latest issue of the ACSM's @HFJOnline on professionalization and advocacy. #fitness #fitpros

Graduate & doctoral students: Have you applied for the GSSI Diversity in Sports Science Award yet? Submit your application by Sept. 13 for the opportunity to earn funds to support your research. ❇️Learn more & apply: brnw.ch/21wMpGS *Must be an ACSM member to qualify

Wonder why New Year’s resolutions to get active often fail? Dr. Rhodes of BMed Lab will unpack the science behind the gap between intention & action in physical activity, including factors that influence early adoption & long-term sustainability. ➡️ brnw.ch/21wMqMQ