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Resources to Get Communities Moving

Free, evidence-based health and physical activity resources and tools to help get individuals and communities moving.

News Article

A 10-Minute Workout for People Who Don’t Like Working Out

“Less is more when you are trying to start a fitness routine, especially if you dislike exercise,” said Cedric Bryant, the chief executive of the American Council on Exercise in San Diego.

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High Points: Nap time (The Aspen Times)

An article in the American Council on Exercise noted that “Sleep in general, and nap sleep in particular, help to consolidate memory, especially for newly acquired skills.”

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If I Could Only Use One Fitness Tool for the Rest of My Life It Would Be a Kettlebell (Fit and Well)

Certified personal trainer and strength coach, Domenic Angelino, is a certified personal trainer and strength and conditioning coach. He holds a master’s degree in kinesiology, as well as further fitness qualifications from the American Council of Exercise... He has been involved with several research projects, written a textbook on fitness and nutrition for a school system and worked with fitness apps, fitness influencers, athletes and educational institutions as an expert consultant.

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Research Study

Personalized, Community-based Exercise Programming: Translating Evidence Into Practice

New evidence shows how the ACE IFT? Model can be adapted to a community setting.

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Toolkit

Community walking toolkit

A free ACE guide, designed for individuals and community organizations to create and implement community walking programs.

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Research Study

Testing the Effectiveness of the ACE Mover Method?

Preliminary evidence shows that the ACE Mover Method is a successful strategy for facilitating behavior and lifestyle changes.

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Guide

Shared use guidelines

Information and tips to host classes or sessions at shared community locations such as public parks, community centers, school fields and more.

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Calculator

Physical Activity Calorie Counter

A quick and easy-to-use calculator to learn how many calories are burned during physical activity.

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