ACSM Fit Science includes recent fitness-related stories featuring the college and its members as subject matter experts. ACSM is a recognized leader among national and international media and a trusted source on sports medicine and exercise science topics. Because these stories are written by the media, they do not necessarily reflect ACSM statements, views or endorsements. These stories are meant to share ACSM coverage with fitness professionals and inform them about what the public is reading and hearing about the field.

 

COVID-19 Is Making Americans Even More Sedentary. The Effects Could Be Long-Lasting

ACSM member Jacob Meyer, Ph.D., shares insights on the potential long-term effects of COVID-19 on physical activity based on preliminary results from a new study.

READ MORE at TIME.com

 

Positive Thoughts Could Give You a Higher Pain Threshold During Your Workouts

This article highlights research on a potential way to increase pain thresholds during exercise. The research was published-ahead-of-print in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise®.

READ MORE at Bicycling.com

 

Is Peloton Good for Weight Loss? What Indoor Cycling Fans Need to Know.

ACSM members Deb Riebe, Ph.D., FACSM, and Keith Diaz, Ph.D., offer insights for this high-profile media outlet.

READ MORE at Today.com

 

Finding Ways to Move Your Body while Social Distancing

ACSM Fellow Renee Rogers, Ph.D., recently authored this article on the importance of staying active during COVID-19.

READ MORE at The Conversation

 

Getting Kids to Move More

This article offers tips from exercise scientists and coaches to get young people to be more active and includes comments from ACSM Fellow Stuart M. Phillips, Ph.D.

READ MORE at The New York Times

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