Cedric X. Bryant

The health benefits of pickleball can include improved cardiovascular health and mental health, making it a great form of exercise. Here's how to prevent pickleball injuries while participating in this trendy activity.

Mental health in the Black community is often a taboo topic of discussion. Learn the role you play in normalizing the conversation and helping clients improve their mental health.

By Cedric X. Bryant, ACE president and chief science officer

ACE Thought Leadership Series: The focus of this report is on taking a holistic look at what may be preventing some older adults from being physically active and then empowering them to move more by implementing strategies to overcome those barriers.  

There are many muscles in your back, but strengthening them doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are the best exercises for improving back strength, plus a sample workout plan for training your back muscles.

For National Public Health Week 2023, which takes place April 3–9, the American Public Health Association (APHA) has a theme of “Centering and Celebrating Cultures in Health.” The messaging surrounding this year’s theme should resonate will all ACE Certified Professionals, as it focuses on making communities healthier, safer and stronger through mutual support and engagement.

It can be hard to figure out which exercises are actually good for strengthening your core. Read about the best core-strengthening exercises and an expert’s ab workout plan.

ACE is currently the only health and fitness nonprofit organization to hold ISO/IEC 17024 accreditation.  ACE’s four certification programs—Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Health Coach and Medical Exercise Specialist—are now accredited and recognized worldwide, as ACE recently became an International Organization for Standardization (ISO)/IEC 17024 accredited Certification Organization!

Hear from Dr. Cedric Bryant, President and Cheif Science Officer, to learn more about the WHO’s 2022 Global Status Report on Physical Activity.

ACE is an active partner in the Physical Activity Alliance (PAA). PAA recently released the 2022 United States Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth which assess the levels of physical activity and sedentary behaviors in American children and youth. Read on to learn more.

Many typical exercises, including running, push-ups and squats, only require us to move in one dimension, but exercising in three dimensions may help reduce injuries.

Grow your muscles without growing your waistline with these helpful strategies for building muscle while losing fat.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Our President and Chief Science Officer Dr. Cedric X. Bryant penned his thoughts about this year's theme of "Together for Mental Health."

Shaping an inclusive health and fitness space includes many facets. This recap of a recent ACE webinar explains how to recognize racial microaggressions and effective responses to foster inclusion.

It’s National Public Health Week 2022! To celebrate, ACE is sharing three tips from the American Public Health Association that health and exercise professionals can think about when working with clients and communities.

Black churches are the centerpiece of Black culture and many social norms. Churches can also be leveraged as a source of empowerment and community in a way that promotes holistic health—of body, mind and spirit. So, how can the Black church become a driver of public health in the Black community? And, how can exercise professionals lend their passion and expertise?

The CDC recently released updated information about Americans who are at increased risk of becoming very sick from COVID-19, “People who do little or no physical activity, or exercise, are more likely to get very sick from COVID-19 than those who are physically active.” ACE’s President and Chief Science Officer, Cedric X. Bryant shares his thoughts, and plenty of resources to help get people moving.

As all health coaches and exercise professionals know, regular physical activity yields countless health benefits, from improved cardiometabolic health to reduced risk of depression for people of all ages, from reduced risk of certain cancers in adults to a lower risk of falls among older adults.

Cedric X. Bryant, ACE President and Chief Science Officer, shares details about the CDC’s recently released new data on physical inactivity levels across the United States. Included are several ways for ACE Certified Pros to achieve the CDC’s initiative: Active People, Healthy Nation Initiative.

Learn more about recent findings about COVID-19 physical activity behavior and how the fitness industry may be able to modify its approach to better serve people who it may not currently be reaching.

The first step toward promoting equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the fitness industry is to understand its importance, both to you as a professional and to the industry as a whole. Consider taking these five steps to promote EDI as part of your work in the fitness industry.

Sitting at a desk all day is disastrous for your body. Try these easy tips to incorporate physical activity into your workday.

Maintaining an exercise routine away from home can be challenging. But there’s no reason to take a break from habits that keep you happy and healthy. ACE president and chief science officer Cedric X. Bryant shares more in a recent U.S. News and World Report column.

Catch up on the latest COVID-19 and physical activity research from the British Journal of Sports Medicine.

ACE can serve as the bridge between policymakers and stakeholders, but it is you, the ACE Certified Professional, who is the bridge between individuals, and who can help people in communities around the world improve their overall wellness through healthier, more active lifestyles. 

When used correctly, a fitness tracker can be a constant and positive reminder of your ongoing health journey. ACE president and chief science officer shares six tips to make the most of your fitness tracker.

Cedric X. Bryant, ACE president and chief science officer, reviews foam rolling research and tips in his latest U.S. News and World Report column.

What health and exercise professionals should know about the updated USDA dietary guidelines.

Depending on the length and severity of your symptoms, your physical fitness may have taken a considerable step backward.

Here’s a rundown of the history of exercise trends and products, and what may lie ahead.

These guidelines should inform the efforts of health coaches and exercise professionals who work to empower populations to achieve healthy levels of physical activity, as they provide evidence-based support for the programming you provide to your clients.

You may have seen a lot of headlines in recent weeks touting the fact that people need to perform only 11 minutes of exercise each day to increase their lifespans. Sounds too good to be true, right?

Dr. Cedric X. Bryant, ACE president and chief science officer, reviews a recent study that presents a new model to better treat obesity.

With organized sports and PE classes still on hold in many places, finding ways to stay active is vital for health. It’s also a great way to spend family time.

Cedric X. Bryant, ACE President and Chief Science Officer, shares how a successful lifestyle behavior-change journey begins with that first, small step.

The 6th edition of the ACE Personal Trainer Study Program combines evidence-based science, behavior change and person-center thinking in a multimodal study experience to support fitness professionals in empowering their clients to lead healthier lifestyles.

Struggling with pandemic fatigue? ACE president and chief science officer Cedric X. Bryant, PhD, shares tips to stay the course in a recent U.S. News & World Report column.

Cedric X. Bryant, ACE President and Chief Science Officer, shares how, with just a few common household items and some creativity, you can do a workout at home.

Being mindful is self-care, no matter what form it takes. ACE President and Chief Science Officer Cedric X. Bryant shares more in a recent U.S. News and World Report column.

Even if you’re housebound, there are ways to ensure your weekly dose of exercise, for both physical and mental health.