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EXNS 508 Research Methods in Exercise Science

Associations to Know

American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) 
The American College of Sports Medicine advances and integrates scientific research to provide educational and practical applications of exercise science and sports medicine.

American Council on Exercise (ACE)
For decades, ACE has been driven by the fundamental certainty that people are resourceful and capable of change. By meeting them where they are and employing evidence-based strategies, exercise professionals and health coaches can facilitate the development of healthy lifestyle behaviors for the long term. 

American Kinesiology Association
The American Kinesiology Association promotes and enhances kinesiology as a unified field of study and advances its many applications. AKA does this by advocating for kinesiology at national and international levels as well as by supporting its member departments by providing resource materials and leadership and educational opportunities for university administrators in kinesiology. 

American Society of Exercise Physiologists 
The Society of Exercise Physiologists is dedicated to unifying all exercise physiologists in the United States and worldwide to promote and support the study, practice, teaching, research, and development of the exercise physiology profession.

Association for Applied Sport Psychology
"Founded in 1986, the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) promotes the development of science and ethical practice in the field of sport psychology." - from AASP 

National Athletic Trainers Association 
The NATA Foundation champions research, supports education, and enhances knowledge to optimize the clinical experience and outcomes within the diverse patient populations served by the athletic training profession.

North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity 
The North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity is a multidisciplinary association of scholars from the behavioral sciences and related professions.