SDCC Library: Exercise Science (HESNA): Web Resources

Web Resources for Exercise Science

Here are just a few of the many web sites relevant to Exercise Science.

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American Council on Exercise (ACE)
Founded in 1985, the American Council on Exercise (ACE) is a nonprofit organization committed to America's health and wellbeing. Over the past 30 years, we have become an established resource for health and fitness professionals, and the public, providing comprehensive, unbiased research and validating ourselves as the country's trusted authority on health and fitness. --from web site
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The official Web site of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is your online source for credible health information. --from the web site
Medline Plus Health Videos
These animated videos show the anatomy of body parts and organ systems and how diseases and conditions affect them. --from web site
Public Health Reports
From the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This peer-reviewed public health journal publishes articles every other month on public health practice, research, and writing. PHR also publishes "Surgeon General's Perspectives", which discuss important national public health issues. -- from the web site

Web Resources for Conditioning

Here are just a few of the many web sites relevant to Conditioning.

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International Federation of BodyBuilding & Fitness (IFBB)
"The International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) is the governing body of the sport of Bodybuilding and Fitness, founded in 1946 in Montreal. It is a not-for-profit international amateur sport governing body, located in Madrid, Spain... IFBB has 199 national affiliated members and it holds over 6000 events per year at World, Continental, Regional and National levels, for Men and Women, for Juniors, Seniors and Masters’ categories." --from web site
National Aerobics & Fitness Trainers Association (NAFTA)
"NAFTA is an education and training association or fitness professionals. NAFTA is dedicated to offering certification programs and continuing education that teach concepts and theories of health and fitness." --from web site
National Physique Committee (NPC)
"The National Physique Committee is the premier amateur physique organization in the world. Since 1982, the top athletes in bodybuilding, fitness, figure, bikini and physique have started their careers in the NPC. Many of those athletes graduated to successful careers in the IFBB Professional League, a list that includes 25 Olympia and 40 Arnold Classic winners."--from web site
National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
"The NSCA exists to empower a community of professionals to maximize their impact through disseminating evidence-based knowledge and its practical application by offering industry-leading certifications, research journals, career development services, networking opportunities, and continuing education."--from web site

Web Resources for Fitness Specialist

Here is a list of some professional associations for Fitness.

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American Aerobic Association International/ International Sports Medicine Association (AAAI/ISMA)
"Year Founded: 1980. By: Nora Anderson M. S. (Exercise Physiologist). AAAI/ISMA’s goal is to help fitness instructors teach safe and effective classes or training sessions. AAAI/ISMA is currently one of the largest and most recognized fitness certification associations in the world, with over 180,000 members worldwide." --from the web site
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
"ACSM was founded in 1954 by a small group of physical educators and physicians who recognized that health problems were associated with certain lifestyle choices, especially smoking and lack of exercise. Since then, ACSM members from all professional backgrounds have applied their knowledge, training and dedication in sports medicine and exercise science to promote healthier lifestyles for people around the globe." --from the web site
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
"For more than 30 years, the National Academy of Sports Medicine ™ (NASM) has set the standard in certification, continuing education, solutions and tools for health and fitness, sports performance and sports medicine professionals. NASM has pioneered evidence-based health and fitness solutions that optimize physical performance and allow individuals to achieve a variety of fitness activity goals."--from the web site
National Aerobics & Fitness Trainers Association (NAFTA)
Since 1993. "NAFTA is an education and training association or fitness professionals. NAFTA is dedicated to offering certification programs and continuing education that teach concepts and theories of health and fitness." --from web site
National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF)
Founded in 1996. "It is the mission of the National Council on Strength and Fitness Board for Certification to establish, assess, and promote qualification standards for Exercise Professionals in a continued effort to foster a high level of professional competency and ethical practice, to best serve public interest and safety."--from the web site
National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA)
"NESTA/Spencer Institute, was established in 1992 in Southern California. Today, NESTA is an international association with over 65,000 members from around the world. Our members are from over 60 countries. Our certifications are accepted, recognized and used globally. Many of our graduates are entrepreneurs specializing in a wide range of training and coaching specialties. "--from the web site
National Exercise Trainers Association (NETA)
"Founded in 1977 by Michael Wollman, the National Exercise Trainer Association (NETA) is a non-profit organization and recognized leader in the health and fitness industry. Originally introduced as the National Dance-Exercise Instructors Training Association (NDEITA), the organization officially changed its name in 2004 to reflect the comprehensive scope of the professional programs we offer. Over the course nearly four decades, NETA has provided career education, training and certification to more than 130,000 fitness professionals and our credentials are now recognized by over 18,000 fitness facilities nationwide." --from the web site
National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
"Founded in 1978, The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is a nonprofit association dedicated to advancing the strength and conditioning and related sport science professions around the world. The NSCA exists to empower a community of professionals to maximize their impact through disseminating evidence-based knowledge and its practical application by offering industry-leading certifications, research journals, career development services, networking opportunities, and continuing education."--from web site

Web Resources for General Health & Yoga

Here are just a few of the many web sites relevant to General Health & Yoga.

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The official Web site of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is your online source for credible health information.
International Yoga Federation
Our mission is to lead the global yoga community (world-wide yoga community), set standards, foster integrity, provide resources, and uphold the teachings of yoga.--Website description
Medline Plus
MedlinePlus is a service of the National Library of Medicine (NLM), the world's largest medical library, which is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Our mission is to present high-quality, relevant health and wellness information that is trusted, easy to understand, and free of advertising, in both English and Spanish. Anywhere, anytime, on any device—for free. --Website description.
U.S. Food & Drug Administration: Food
The Food and Drug Administration is responsible for protecting the public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, and medical devices; and by ensuring the safety of our nation's food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation. --Website description. See sections on Labeling & Nutrition, and Dietary Supplements.
Yoga Alliance
Yoga Alliance fosters and supports the high quality, safe, accessible, and equitable teaching of yoga. --
Website description

Web Resources for Health & Wellness Coaching

Here are just a few of the many web sites relevant to Health & Wellness Coaching.

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Peer Resources International
This group no longer has an active web site but the link goes to an archive of their information. See especially the article on Coach Training Programs and Schools. The group does maintain active Facebook and Twitter accounts. "Peer Resources was created in 1980 to provide information and resources about peer support, coaching and mentoring. Since that time the Internet has exploded with resources in these areas. We now use our expertise to curate and identify those resources that are of the highest quality, credibility, and value." -- from their Facebook account
Global Wellness Institute
A 501(c)(3), nonprofit organization with a mission to empower wellness worldwide by educating public and private sectors about preventative health and wellness. --Web site description

Web Resources for Sports, Swimming & Martial Arts

Here are just a few of the many web sites relevant to Sports, Swimming and Martial Arts.

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California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA)
The California Community College Athletic Association is an integral part of California's extensive community college system. As authorized by the State Legislature, the Education Code provides the CCCAA the opportunity and authority to establish the rules and regulations to administer the athletic activities of the nearly 24,000 men and women student athletes in the state. --Web site description
International Federation of Muaythai Associations (IFMA)
The International Federation of Muaythai Associations, or IFMA, called the International Federation of Muaythai Amateur until 27 July 2019, is the sole recognised sport governing body of amateur and professional Muay Thai and Muay boran consisting of 130 member countries worldwide with 5 continental federations. --Wikipedia
International Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate-do Federation (IOGKF)
The International Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate-do Federation (IOGKF) is the largest traditional Okinawan Karate organization in the world. --Web site description
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
The National Collegiate Athletic Association is a member-led organization dedicated to the well-being and lifelong success of college athletes....The NCAA funds many programs that directly support the educational, financial, and health and safety needs of student-athletes.--Web site description
Pacific Coast Athletic Conference (PCAC)
The Pacific Coast Athletic Conference (PCAC) is an intercollegiate athletic conference governed by the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA). We are comprised of nine community colleges including, Cuyamaca, Grossmont, Imperial Valley, MiraCosta, Miramar, Palomar, San Diego City, San Diego Mesa, and Southwestern, all of which offer a wide variety of athletic competition. --Web site description
San Diego City College Knights Athletics
The Official Home of San Diego City College Athletics. --Web site description
USA Swimming
USA Swimming is the National Governing Body for the sport of swimming in the United States. We promote the culture of swimming by creating safe and healthy opportunities for athletes and coaches of all backgrounds to participate and advance in the sport through clubs, events and education. Our membership is comprised of swimmers of every age and ability, all the way up to the Olympic Team, as well as coaches, officials and volunteers. --Web site description

Exercise Science (HESNA)

Web Resources for Exercise Science

Web Resources for Conditioning

Web Resources for Fitness Specialist

Web Resources for General Health & Yoga

Web Resources for Health & Wellness Coaching

Web Resources for Sports, Swimming & Martial Arts

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