Please note: This course content was originally presented at the ACE Health and Fitness Summit: Achieving Longevity through Movement, a live, virtual event.
Achieving Longevity through Movement
Achieving Longevity through Movement
This course is part of Pathway to Wellness: Mind, Movement & Nutrition Specialization
Instructor: American Council on Exercise
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Intermediate level
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8 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Apply exercise, yoga, Pilates, and recovery techniques to support health, longevity, and wellness.
Use technology and movement strategies to engage clients and enhance outcomes across diverse populations.
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October 2025
Assessments
5 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Pathway to Wellness: Mind, Movement & Nutrition Specialization
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There are 5 modules in this course
Discover how exercise, especially strength training, can be tailored to promote longevity and health at every life stage. Join experts as they explore age- and sex-specific approaches to fitness, recovery, and injury prevention, with insights into personalized training programs using the ACE Integrated Fitness Training® (ACE IFT®) Model.
What's included
9 videos1 assignment
Many people feel guilty for not meeting physical activity goals and seek a joyful, easy way to move. This session provides insights on creating effective exercise campaigns for sedentary populations.
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8 videos1 assignment
This session will show how yoga supports longevity through its holistic approach, including asanas, breathwork, and mindfulness. We’ll cover its benefits for flexibility, balance, cardiovascular health, stress reduction, and cognitive function. Led by Kate Lombardo, E-RYT 500, co-director of YogaRenew.
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8 videos1 assignment
Smartwatches are advanced health tools, but many clients underutilize their health benefits and struggle to interpret the data. This session will help exercise professionals and health coaches understand various data markers, their associated health outcomes, and the lifestyle changes needed to improve these outcomes.
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9 videos1 assignment
This session will teach you how to incorporate mat exercises into your personal training or group fitness sessions. Learn to enhance flexibility, posture, and core strength with Pilates, and discover how to integrate these principles into your programming.
What's included
7 videos3 readings1 assignment
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