Key Takeaways Disruptions to our circadian rhythm, or “body clock,” can have profound effects on physical and mental health. Learn more about the link between circadian rhythm and health: Circadian rhythm and disfunction are connected to physical health, mental health, cognitive function, immune function and performance. Circadian disruption accelerates biological aging and is a strong…
In today’s influencer-led landscape, it seems like there’s something eye-catching every time you scroll: a new “must-do” trend, a newly recommended daily step count, podcast sound bites that lack context and anti-aging misinformation at every turn. But, how do you know what truly helps your clients and what’s just hype? In a recent ACE webinar, Fact…
Key Takeaways Walking pads are an effective way to combat sedentary behavior, which is sometimes referred to as “sitting disease” because of its detrimental impact on health. In addition to covering the health benefits of walking pads, this blog offers walking pad usage guidelines, including recommendations for frequency, duration, pace and recovery. Read on to…
The fusion of technology and the fitness industry continues at warp speed. This brings both excitement and concern, with users around the world waiting for the release of the new iPhone 6, new iOS 8 and the closely guarded Apple iWatch. Rumors suggest the devices will be both fashionable and practical. Wall Street has also…
ACE Chief Science Officer Cedric X. Bryant, Ph.D., attended Apple’s launch event earlier this month, where they unveiled the iPhone 6, iOS8 and the Apple Watch. Here are his thoughts on how the Apple Watch will affect health and fitness professionals. With last week’s unveiling of its Apple Watch, the tech giant officially entered the…
These eight apps and gadgets may very well change the way you approach fitness, nutrition and overall health in 2015. 1. ResMed s+ This system essentially monitors everything going on in your room—and in your body—that affects your sleep. It detects breathing patterns, ambient light, noise, temperature,and how much you toss and turn. Record what…
Given today’s hectic lifestyles, it can be a challenge to keep up with all the new discoveries related to exercise, fitness and health. To help fill in the gaps in your knowledge, here are some of the most significant health- and fitness-related findings and trends that emerged in 2015. 1. Most people want to have…
I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times. —Bruce Lee Mastery is something that often falls by the wayside in favor of variety. Take our role as educators, teachers, and coaches for our fitness clients. Each day, we help them…
Beginning your career in fitness can be both exciting and daunting, all at the same time. Information is constantly changing, products and technologies are always moving forward and, as a whole, the field is continuously evolving. Health and fitness professionals who evolve with it are most likely to succeed, while those who don’t are likely…
Staying active has innumerable benefits, from improving cardiovascular health to building strong bones to boosting our mood. One of the very best ways for people of all ages and abilities to get moving is by walking. This isn’t just an effective form of activity; but it can also serve as a mode of transportation and…