Resources
American
College of Sports Medicine
Promotes fitness, health and quality of life through
research, education and practical applications of sports
medicine.
American
Council on Exercise
Promotes active lifestyles by setting certification
and education standards for fitness instructors. Site
includes a health club finder and exercise tips and
information.
American
Physical Therapy Association
National professional organization with the goal of
fostering advancements in physical therapy practice,
research, and education.
American
Society of Exercise Physiologists
Certification (EPC), undergraduate academic accreditation,
electronic research (JEPonline) and publications (PEPonline),
licensure through state affiliates.
50
Plus Fitness Association
International organization that promotes exercise and
fitness while aging.
IDEA
Health and Fitness Association
Supports the world's leading health and fitness professionals
with credible information, education, career development
and leadership.
International
Council on Active Aging
ICAA is dedicated to changing the way we age by uniting
and working with professionals in the retirement, assisted
living, recreation, fitness, rehabilitation, medical
and wellness fields.
Moms
In Motion
Programs provide fitness training for women and raise
money for local charities.
National
Association for Health and Fitness
A not–for–profit organization that exists
to improve the quality of life of every individual in
the United States through the promotion of physical
fitness and healthy lifestyles and by fostering and
supporting Councils for physical activity, health and
sports.
National
Center on Physical Activity and Disability
NCPAD encourages persons with disabilities to participate
in regular physical activity to promote healthy lifestyles
and prevent secondary conditions.
National
Institute for Fitness and Sport
Non-profit organization committed to enhancing human
health, physical fitness and athletic performance through
research, education and service.
National
Strength and Conditioning Association
Non-profit association dedicated to facilitating the
exchange of ideas in strength development as it relates
to the improvement of athletic performance and fitness. |
