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The ACSM American Fitness Index™ program is a call to action for communities and citizens to improve the overall health, fitness and quality of life in the United States. The program is designed to...
Fitness / Sports Medicine
Vitamins are the most common supplement taken by the general population and by athletes. Many people are concerned that their diet will not provide adequate amounts of vitamins, so they use vitamin...
Fitness / Sports Medicine
Don’t assume that the ingredients listed on the supplement label, and only those ingredients, are present in the amounts stated. There is essentially no regulation of the supplement industry.
Fitness / Sports Medicine
In the not too distant past, people viewed pregnancy as a time of confinement. Women expected to drastically limit their activities. With the fitness boom, more and more women began exercising...
The USMS website contains articles about sports medicine, health, and nutrition. This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional or medical advice on personal health matters. For personal medical advice, or if you are concerned about a medical condition or injury, see your healthcare provider for evaluation and care. The USMS website also contains articles about swim training and technique, including drills and workouts. All swimmers should be evaluated by a healthcare professional prior to beginning swim training. In addition, consult with a trained coach when introducing new technique or drills to your swim training program.
