Physiology and Kinesiology: Professional Organizations & Practice Guidlines

Since its founding in 1885, the organization has defined excellence in school-based health education and physical education. For decades, SHAPE America’s National Physical Education Standards have served as the foundation for well-designed physical education programs across the country, just as the SHAPE America National Health Education Standards serve as the foundation for effective skills-based health education. Together, these national standards provide a comprehensive framework for educators to deliver high-quality instruction and make a positive difference in the health and well-being of every preK-12 student.

ACSM advances and integrates scientific research to provide educational and practical applications of exercise science and sports medicine.

Their goal is to be the leading nonprofit advocate for achieving health through physical activity and other lifestyle changes by providing accessible NCCA-accredited certifications and scientifically rooted education to fitness professionals and health enthusiasts to significantly impact preventable, inactivity-related lifestyle diseases by 2035.

Their goal is to be the premier global, sports medicine organization for orthopedic surgeons and other professionals who provide comprehensive health services for the care of athletes and active people of all ages and abilities.

The American Society of Biomechanics (ASB) was founded in October 1977 by a group of 53 scientists and clinicians. The mission of the ASB is to foster the advancement, communication, and application of biomechanics to benefit society.

As a national non-profit professional organization, the American Society of Exercise Physiologists (ASEP) is committed to the advancement of exercise physiologists as healthcare professionals. Founded in 1997 in the state of Minnesota, the Society provides a forum for leadership and exchange of information to stimulate discussion and collaboration among exercise physiologists active in all aspects of the profession. The Society works to set standards for exercise physiologists through ASEP-approved curricula in universities and colleges in the United States.

The National Academy of Kinesiology is dedicated to encouraging and promoting the study and science of human movement and physical education. The Fellows of the organization, selected by committee, represent some of the distinguished leaders in the field.

The NATA Research & Education Foundation supports and advances the athletic training profession by providing research grants and scholarships. Visit the NATA Foundation website to see how you can support its efforts to grow athletic training.

Founded in 1978, the National Strength and Conditioning Association® (NSCA) is a 501(c)(3) educational nonprofit dedicated to advancing science and education in the field.