National Academy of Sports Medicine

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Since 1987 the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) has been the global leader in delivering evidence-based certifications and advanced specializations to health and fitness professionals. Our products and services are scientifically and clinically proven. They are revered and utilized by leading brands and programs around the world and have launched thousands of successful careers.

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Weighing the future: How Erica Lugo Changed Her Life

National Academy of Sports Medicine
National Academy of Sports Medicine |
Erica Lugo’s fitness journey has taken a long and winding road to success.
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Q & A Nutrition

7 Questions All Nutrition Coaches Need To Know How to Answer

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National Academy of Sports Medicine |
With fad diets flooding the marketplace, obesity and heart disease numbers rapidly increasing, and more confusing food choices than ever before, Nutrition Coaches are in particularly high demand. This is an exciting, rewarding career for people who love ...
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NASM Podcast: All About The Nervous System

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National Academy of Sports Medicine |
On this episode, NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey helps you better understand the nervous system. What about the central nervous system helps make you a better trainer? Let Rick map it all out for you. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts including ...
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Fitness News

Welcome to the Future of Fitness

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National Academy of Sports Medicine |
The following is a transcript of the #OptimaOnline Keynote address from Global Fitness and Wellness Solutions President Laurie McCartney. Want to attend the rest of the conference or see everything on demand?
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CPT Advice Master Instructor Roundtable

Master Instructors of the Month - September 2020

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National Academy of Sports Medicine |
NASM and AFAA are stewards of what it means to be the best and brightest in fitness and wellness. Both brands are focused on building a diverse and unique community dedicated to creating a better and brighter future in the industry.
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NASM CPT Podcast

A Look at Mindful Movement (Podcast)

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National Academy of Sports Medicine |
Rick Richey sits down with mindfulness expert Dr. Mallory Fox. She is a CPT, CES, CNC, PES, and WFS, and she really knows her stuff!
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Q & A

Certified Personal Trainer Q&A: Kirk Charles

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National Academy of Sports Medicine |
Within this personal trainer spotlight, you will learn how NASM-CPT Kirk Charles transitioned from a computer programmer, business owner, and financial planner to a certified personal trainer; how he loves to learn and continues to develop his expertise; ...
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Sports Performance News

NASM Partners with the NBA Athletic Trainers Association (NBATA)

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National Academy of Sports Medicine |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 13, 2020 Gilbert, Arizona – The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), the worldwide leader in fitness, performance, and corrective exercise education, has partnered with the National Basketball Athletic Trainers ...
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CPT

NASM-CPT (Q&A) with Erin Calderone

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National Academy of Sports Medicine |
Each month, we'll shine the spotlight on different NASM Certified Personal Trainers who makes a difference in their community. This month, we spoke spent time talking with Erin Calderone an NASM-CPT and an AFAA-CGFI. She is a Kinesiology professor at ...
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Nutrition

The Paleo Diet for Strength/Power Athletes

National Academy of Sports Medicine
National Academy of Sports Medicine |
The Paleolithic or “Paleo” diet derives from the superior cardiometabolic health and physical fitness of indigenous hunter-gatherer populations (Hills Jr & Erpenbeck, 2018). The Paleo diet is promoted across the world as a way of improving health of ...
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