Age-friendly product line or service:

Committed to enriching the quality of life of an aging population through safe and effective physical activity, the American Council on Exercise (ACE) offers accredited certification, continuing education and research-based programming to fitness professionals worldwide.

Age-friendly features:

ACE advanced certification and continuing education programs and courses address progressive programming for older adults and serve the needs of those with cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic and musculoskeletal health issues.

Ongoing marketing & educational support:

The ACE website offers free, unbiased health and fitness information that includes Fit Facts, an exercise library, a recipe finder, healthy tips and e-newsletters, and how to find an ACE-certified professional.

Training/education:

In addition to fitness certification programs, ACE offers a variety of online and live training courses for your fitness, recreational facility and medical staff.

What inspired your company to produce age-friendly products or services?

ACE is committed to improving the lives of and serving the needs of the aging population, which has a strong desire to maintain the ability to live independently, reduce health risks and prevent disease.

What inspired your founder(s) to form your company?

With a desire to protect the public against unqualified fitness professionals, and unsafe and ineffective products, programs and instruction, ACE was founded to improve the professional training and certification standards of the fitness industry.

What sets your company apart from others in the industry?

ACE teamed with AARP as the exclusive provider of personal training services for AARP members to promote the need for physical activity. Additionally, ACE has been actively involved with ICAA.