American Fitness Index: Simple Changes Make a Big Difference | Infographic
Explore the economic cost of physical inactivity and discover how regular activity reduces healthcare expenses and boosts productivity. Infographic developed by the ACSM American Fitness Index.
American Fitness Index: From Rankings to Results
The American Fitness Index is more than an annual ranking: it’s a tool communities can use to understand their strengths and identify opportunities to improve health. Over the past 18 years, ACSM has worked closely with the Elevance Health Foundation to establish the American Fitness Index. The Fitness Index is a yearly composite score ranking […]
Staying Active with Asthma: Why Air Quality Matters for Healthy Communities
For many people living with asthma, being physically active can feel complicated. Some worry that exercise will trigger symptoms or make breathing more difficult. Yet research continues to show that regular physical activity is one of the most important ways people with asthma can support their overall health and quality of life. As summer begins, […]
