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HIIT the gym hard with this amazing AMRAP workout that combines strength and power movements that span across the entire foundational movement spectrum.

Amazing AMRAP AMRAP, or “As Many Rounds/Reps As Possible,” is a type of high-intensity interval training that has grown in popularity in recent years. Learn about the benefits of this fast and fun format, and check out a sample workout that you can use with your clients.

Take a look at what is trending in the fitness industry in 2018.

8 Fitness Trends for 2018 2017 is winding down and it’s almost time to flip the calendar to 2018, which is the perfect opportunity to gaze into the future and try to predict what will happen in the fitness industry over the coming year. Check out these eight trends, which represent opportunities for you to increase your kn...

Build successful momentum for the new year in just three days.

3 Days to Create a New You in the New Year As a health and fitness professional, people turn to you to help make positive changes. Learn how to maximize the enthusiasm many clients have at the start of the New Year by using ACE Pro Jonathan Ross’ three-day process for building success momentum. This simple process, which focuses on mindset...

Maximize your daily calorie burn with NEAT.

6 Things to Know About Non-exercise Activity Thermogenesis While exercise is an important form of physical activity that can burn hundreds of calories at a time, other forms of physical activity, called non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT), can play a significant role in helping to maximize the total amount of calories burned in a single day. Here are...

For a training program to continually be effective, it’s important to understand how modifying the three essential training variables impacts fat loss.

The BEST Resistance-training Program for Fat Loss Almost any resistance-training program will be effective in the short-term for modestly decreasing body fat (assuming proper nutrition is observed). For a program to continually be effective, however, it’s important to understand how to modify the three essential training variables that impact fat...

New year, new side hustle! How can you add ACE certified professional to your resume in 2018?

New Year, New Side Hustle: How to Become an ACE Pro on the Side If you have a passion for fitness and helping others, becoming an ACE Certified Professional could be a great side hustle for you, whether or not you have a full-time job. Here are some of the benefits of adding “ACE Certified Professional” to your resume in 2018.

ACE breaks down cholesterol and its purpose.

Cholesterol: Why We Need It It used to be that knowing your total cholesterol number was vital, because we were told that high cholesterol increased your risk for heart disease. Over time, we’ve come to learn that there’s far mo

Get your yoga practice started with this guide to sun salutations.

A Beginner's Guide to Sun Salutations Sun salutation or surya namaskar is one of the most commonly performed yoga series, and is believed to enhance posture, strength, mobility and focus. Learn how to tap into the benefits of this ancient series with this beginner’s guide to sun salutations. Pick the postures that work for you and ...

Sweat during sweatshirt season with this fall fat loss HIIT workout.

Fall Fat Loss: HIIT Workout As the hustle and bustle of the holiday season approaches, don’t let your fitness fall to the wayside. Make fall your new fat-loss season by incorporating this 20-minute high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout into your routine.

Small decisions can add up to a healthy lifestyle. Here are five places to start.

5 Daily Moments to Make Better Decisions for Your Health Your daily health choices might seem trivial in the moment, but all those small decisions add up to either positive behavior change or a string of potentially health-harming habits. Here’s how to make the most of everyday opportunities to eat well and stay (or get) in shape.

What foods do dietitians eat to stay slim?

The Secret Foods Dietitians Eat to Stay Fit and Healthy Ever wondered what foods dietitians rely on for staying healthy? While some experts love particular foods for their flavor profile, others are drawn to certain foods for their versatility in the kitchen or nutrient impact on health. Here are a few under-the-radar food finds that dietitians in the kn...

Meal prep this weekend with these three steps!

3-Step Meal Planning on the Weekend As with any healthy change, taking an incremental-steps approach is the way to be successful. We know this is true of adopting a new exercise regimen or healthy eating routine, and the same goes for meal planning. Starting small, by planning out just one type of meal for the week, can prevent you fr...

Get in the fall spirit with these healthy recipes.

Pumpkin Power: 3 Healthy Recipes for the Fall As soon as the leaves start to change color, the push for pumpkin-everything is on! But so many pumpkin-flavored foods and drinks are laden with sugar—and not much actual pumpkin. Here are three healthy recipes to help you harness the power of pumpkin, using canned pumpkin puree.

There's a whole world of lesser-known foods that should be on your plate.

5 Uncommon Foods You Should Be Eating Check out these five foods gaining in popularity for their uniqueness and health benefits. All possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds that can help reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, diabetes and weight, and can be found at your local market, health f...

Start to sculpt your backside with these exercises.

5 Moves for a Better Butt To create a better-looking backside, you must lift a challenging level of resistance while monitoring your energy balance—calories in vs. calories out. Here are five exercises that are super-effective for sculpting a butt that is strong, functional and toned.

How can you show up today?

Is it time to switch to two wheels? Try it if you can!

Sometimes, you've just got to dig deep.

Help your friends by posting about your fitness regime on social media. Your friends may be more influenced by your fitness updates than you realize!

Here's why you should roll it out.

6 Benefits of Using Foam Rollers Foam rollers are an effective method of reducing tension and increasing muscle length for either a pre-workout warm-up or post-exercise active recovery. Technically known as self-myofascial release (SMR), the use of foam rollers for the purpose of reducing muscle tension has become a widely accepted...

Get in a good mood with these foods.

ACE Fit | Fit Life | Stress-busting Foods Try these five calming foods to stay centered and balanced when dealing with life's daily pressures.

What is SST and what are the benefits?

6 Benefits of Sub-max Steady-state Exercise If you or your clients are not already doing some form of sub-maximal, steady-state aerobic conditioning, consider adding it to your current workout program. There are a number of differences between HIIT and steady-state training (SST) that have already been discussed in a previous post (read it he...

By rarely consuming seven of the most damaging foods for your heart, you’ll significantly lower your risk for heart disease.

7 Worst Foods for Your Heart In the United States, heart disease kills more people than any other cause. But here’s some good news: There’s a lot that you can do to lower your risk of heart disease.

Life is a journey. Don't rush it. Enjoy the ride instead.

Go outside today. And enjoy the day -- rain or shine!

Yoga is valuable to overall health and fitness. Here's why.

The Benefits of Yoga Beyond Flexibility Yoga is not the only avenue to conquering the mind and developing self-awareness, but it is one of the most effective as it leverages the mind-body connection to shift thought patterns while eliciting positive physical adaptations. Truthfully, as spiritually freeing as yoga is, it’s quite physically...

Never underestimate the power of positivity.

Proper nourishment will keep your brain happy now and prevent diseases typically associated with aging.

Nutrition and Brain Health There are approximately 100 billion neurons in your brain that rely on a steady stream of energy to function. The right foods will take care of your brain and keep it functioning properly. Conversely, the wrong foods will not nourish your brain and can speed up age-related brain diseases and disorde...

The keys to a healthy back are mobility, flexibility and strength, which can all be improved through a consistent, basic yoga practice.

10 Yoga Poses to Alleviate Low Back Pain Try these ten moves for a tight and achy back. If you have moderate to severe pain, please consult with your physician before beginning an exercise routine.

Everyone knows that exercise improves physical health. Less commonly discussed, however, is exercise's impact on mental and emotional health.

Exercise to Reduce Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression If you struggle with symptoms of anxiety or depression, incorporate daily movement into your life, focusing on inclusive environments, outdoor workouts, moderate intensity and functional goals. You’ll quickly find that your exercise sessions do as much for your mental and emotional well-being as the...