The American Council on Exercise (ACE) recently launched the ACE 7 Core Drivers of Healthy Living, a new, evidence-based philosophy designed to help health and exercise professionals more effectively support individuals in building sustainable, whole-person focused health. Grounded in behavior-change science and lifestyle medicine, this framework defines seven interconnected lifestyle behaviors that meaningfully influence long-term well being:

Move More, Move Well – Engage in regular physical activity and exercise that supports strength, mobility and long-term vitality.

Nourish Your Body – Choose balanced, healthy nutrition patterns that fuel daily living and overall well-being.

Prioritize Restorative Sleep – Get quality sleep that promotes recovery, cognitive function, emotional balance and immune health.

Strengthen Your Stress Resilience – Use effective coping skills and strategies that support emotional well-being and adaptability.

Build Supportive Connections – Cultivate positive relationships, community, and belonging that enhance motivation and health.

Make Safer, Informed Choices – Make decisions that reduce health risks and promote long-term well-being.

Cultivate Purpose and a Growth Mindset – Clarify personal purpose and values, and foster a mindset that supports consistency, resilience and lasting behavior change.

The new philosophy reflects growing demand for support that extends beyond physical activity alone to include stress management, sleep, daily routines, and mindset.

The framework also emphasizes the interconnected nature of healthy behaviors. Progress in one area, such as improving sleep or increasing physical activity, often creates positive ripple effects across others, accelerating motivation and overall progress toward health goals.

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