The Top 10 cities in the 2026 ACSM American Fitness Index stand out for creating environments where healthy living is a community priority.

How does your city rank? Find out here: okt.to/TqmFYg

Thank you to the @ElevanceFND for supporting this year's rankings release! #100FitCities

The ACSM Committee on Certification and Registry Boards (CCRB) is seeking qualified volunteers to serve in key leadership and subject matter expert roles.

If you are passionate about advancing the exercise profession, influencing certification standards, and working alongside xperts, we encourage you to apply!

Learn more and apply here: okt.to/ebD7KL

What does it take to optimize elite combat sports performance through science?

Dive into the cutting-edge research, innovative strategies, and science behind athlete success in this comprehensive ACSM course presented by the UFC Performance Institute!

Discover how es are shaping the future of combat sports performance and athlete care 💪

Learn more: okt.to/uEDeGy

As AI becomes increasingly integrated into healthcare and education, how can educators prepare students for an AI-enabled workforce?

Join Wolters Kluwer next week for a webinar exploring practical approaches to integrating AI into teaching, encouraging responsible AI use, and thinking skills.

Gain real-world insights and actionable approaches to help students build the skills needed to succeed in an evolving healthcare landscape.

🗓️Tuesday, Nov. 10
🕑 2 p.m. ET

Learn more and register here: okt.to/IeHCKX

Myth: Lifting weights is unsafe for children and will stunt their growth.

Myth Busted!

Research shows that properly designed and supervised resistance training programs are safe for children and do NOT stunt growth or harm developing bones.

In fact, strength-building hood can support healthy bone growth, improve bone density and lay the foundation for lifelong fitness! 🦴🏋️

Learn more about youth resistance training here: okt.to/iJ19qI

#ATPC2026 is one month away!

Your next professional development experience should make a difference in your daily practice. 

ATPC 2026 brings sports medicine professionals together for evidence-based education, challenging clinical cases and opportunities to exchange ienced faculty. 

Explore athlete care across the exam room, training room and competitive environment while earning up to 19.25 CME credits. 

Dec. 4–6 | Phoenix, AZ 

Reserve your spot: okt.to/LT31p5

#SportsMedicine #ContinuingMedicalEducation #ATPC2026

Good news!

You now have 5️⃣additional days to submit your scientific abstract, clinical case or ePoster for the 2027 ACSM Annual Meeting, taking place June 1-4 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 

NEW DEADLINE: Monday, Nov. 9, 2026, at Noon PT

Learn more and make your submissions here: okt.to/POKJq6

Low back pain is common, but addressing the root cause can make all the difference.

Join ACSM and Functional Movement Systems (FMS) later this month for an industry-presented webinar exploring practical strategies to help your clients manage pain, restore function, and move with ️ Wednesday, Nov. 18
🕑 Noon ET
✔️ 1 CEC available

Learn more and register here: okt.to/dfGy29

The ACSM American Fitness Index is more than an annual ranking: it’s a tool communities can use to understand their strengths and identify opportunities to improve health.

The latest Fitness Index blog explores how communities can use their rankings to drive meaningful change ore active environments for residents.

Read the full blog here: okt.to/X3DYdQ

Voting for the EIMOC 2026 Mascot Challenge is now open!

The theme for this year's challenge is "Active living in a tech-driven world."

Submit your votes by "liking" your favorite video from now until 5 p.m. ET on Nov. 4!

Watch all video submissions here: okt.to/T5KPCm

Surgery or conservative treatment? Sometimes the hardest decision is knowing which path to take. 

At ATPC 2026, examine the clinical considerations behind treatment decisions for rotator cuff injuries, knee conditions, hip disorders and athletes with hypermobility. 

Hear expert rgical consultation is appropriate, expected outcomes and helping athletes navigate their options. 

🗓️Dec. 4–6
📍Phoenix, AZ 

Explore the program: okt.to/a8TJ1n

#SportsMedicine #Orthopedics #ATPC2026

The toughest calls in sports medicine rarely have simple answers. 

At the 2026 Advanced Team Physician Course, explore complex clinical scenarios, examine emerging evidence and learn alongside experienced sports medicine professionals. 

Join us Dec. 4–6 in Phoenix for three you make informed decisions and deliver better athlete care. 

Register now: okt.to/9OfNmV

#SportsMedicine #TeamPhysician #ATPC2026

Only about 6% of sports science research focuses exclusively on women.

But @GPPartner Body of Science is working to help address this research gap by building a stronger evidence base that aims to better understand women’s hydration and nutrition needs across different stages of tps://t.co/atVrUtSlie

Registration is now open for the 2027 ACSM & ACE Health & Fitness Summit!

ACSM and ACE unite leading researchers, educators and practitioners for three days of engaging education, practical insights and science-driven discussions focused on advancing health and fitness.

Join us in Chicastry leaders, exchange ideas and discover new ways to put research into practice!

🗓️ March 6-8, 2027
📍 Chicago, IL
➡️ Learn more and register here: okt.to/b4scQA

🚀 Stay ahead of the trends shaping the fitness industry!

Get the insights you need to stay competitive with the ACSM Worldwide Fitness Trends: Special Publications Edition!

💪 Stay informed. Plan strategically. Lead the future of fitness.

Learn more and purchase here: okt.to/JIHPx2

Wearable technology continues to dominate the fitness industry! ⌚💪

Ranked as the No. 1 fitness trend for 2027 by thousands of fitness professionals, wearable tech has now claimed the top spot for 10 of the past 12 years, highlighting its lasting influence on the industry.
s and resources on the top fitness trends here: okt.to/QRCK5w

#ACSM #ACSMtrends #ACSMcertified #fitnesstrends #wearabletechnology

What's shaping the future of fitness? 💪

Thousands of exercise professionals have weighed in to identify the Top 10 Fitness Trends for 2027!

Explore the trends shaping the future of fitness and discover what's next for the industry: okt.to/BUsPk3

#ACSM #ACSMtrends trends

Applications are open for the ACSM Certified Professional of the Year!

The ACSM Certified Professional of the Year is awarded to an outstanding ACSM Certified Professional to recognize their dedication and exceptional contributions towards enhancing the health and wellness of mmunity.

Help us celebrate the professionals making a difference by applying or encouraging a deserving colleague to apply today!

The deadline for applications to be submitted is Nov. 6.

Learn more and apply here: okt.to/JbqmF4

ACSM is dedicated to the professional growth of its members and the perpetuation of scientific research.

The ACSM Foundation provides more than $100,000 in research grants and travel awards annually in support of these efforts.

Ready to take your research a step further? Apply Research Grant by Nov. 13.

Learn more and apply here: okt.to/K9XEzF

How can we harness the power of physical activity to improve women’s health?

On Oct. 29, join @Technogym for an industry-presented webinar exploring the role of physical activity in women’s health.

Through real-world sports medicine cases, learn how exercise and other aches can help prevent, manage, and treat conditions that disproportionately affect women.

🗓️ Thursday, Oct. 29
🕑 2 p.m. ET
✔️ 1 CEC

Register here: okt.to/NJj7zF

The 2026 Advanced Team Physician Course will be here before you know it!

Secure your stay and book your hotel room by the Oct. 30 deadline: okt.to/7RwFy9

This year's course is designed for any team physician, athletic trainer, physical therapist or coach involved in ention of athlete injuries.

🗓️December 4-6, 2026
📍Phoenix, AZ
➡️Learn more and register today: okt.to/nzdjRY