Evolution of the ACSM Guidelines Historical Perspectives, New Insights, and Practical Implications

Barry A. Franklin, Beaumont Health

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This article summarizes recent advances in exercise testing and prescription for varied populations, environments, and medical conditions, including brain-related diseases, as detailed in the just released 11th edition of ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription.

▪ This article provides a historical perspective, new insights, and practical implications of the recently released 11th edition of ACSM’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription.

▪ This article summarizes key recent findings relative to exercise testing, exercise training, and exercise prescription in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease.