Ace fitness

All you need to know on how I passed the ACE (American Council on Exercise) Group Fitness Instructor exam. Tips and tricks to help you pass the first time around!

As a health and fitness professional, an understanding of the kinetic chain is essential to creating a safe and effective program or class for previously sedentary individuals who are at the very starting point in their quest for a better, more active lifestyle. Learn more about the stability–mobility relationships within the kinetic chain, as well as an exercise targeting each link in the chain.

ACE exam prep: helpful formulas sheet

The ACE Integrated Fitness Training (ACE IFT) Model is an incredibly useful tool for designing safe and effective exercise programs for your clients. This new blog series explains the purpose of the ACE IFT Model as well as its phases and training components, which will help you design individualized programs to meet the varying needs of your clients.

Recovery is a crucial part of weightlifting and unfortunately, it often gets neglected. Make weightlifting recovery part of your routine with these 4 tips.

Muscle Imbalance is the alteration of muscle length surrounding a joint. Think of it like a Tug-of-War between opposing muscles (agonist / antagonist). The overactive (strong) muscle wins and pulls the limb or body part into an altered (unwanted) position.

Learn the unique characteristics of slow- & fast-twitch muscle fibers, along with the best exercises for these muscle fiber types.

A good working knowledge of core anatomy is essential for designing safe and effective exercise programs for your clients. Study the core muscles and understand what they do and how they work together.

To meet the needs of a changing market in both the health and fitness industry and in education, ACE is launching the all-new ACE Personal Trainer Study Program! Here's everything you need to know

Juicy and succulent grilled chicken skewers coated with a honey soy glaze, enhanced with the flavors of garlic, ginger, and a touch of sesame oil. Served alongside colorful bell peppers, these kabobs are perfect for a family gathering or a fun summer barbecue.