<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>ACE Insights Blog</title><link>https://www.acefitness.org/resources/pros/expert-articles/</link><url>https://www.acefitness.org/header_logo.gif</url><description>Read articles from ACE experts covering program design, coaching strategies, nutrition guidance, fitness trends, and more.</description><copyright>(c) 2026, American Council on Exercise. All rights reserved.</copyright><language>en-US</language><item><category>ACE Insights Blog</category><title>Fitness Industry Guidelines and Standards: Staying Up to Date</title><description>Staying up to date with the latest fitness industry guidelines and standards can be challenging, so bookmark these documents for easy access to credib...</description><link>https://www.acefitness.org/resources/pros/expert-articles/9216/fitness-industry-guidelines-and-standards-staying-up-to-date/?DCMP=RSSace-insights-blog</link></item><item><category>ACE Insights Blog</category><title>A Pilates Primer: Mat vs. Reformer</title><description>The benefits of Pilates are numerous, but many people are unsure whether doing mat Pilates or exercising with a Pilates reformer is the best choice fo...</description><link>https://www.acefitness.org/resources/pros/expert-articles/9215/a-pilates-primer-mat-vs-reformer/?DCMP=RSSace-insights-blog</link></item><item><category>ACE Insights Blog</category><title>Protein: Recommendations, Myths and Real-World Application</title><description>Protein is at the forefront of conversations about nutrition at the moment, so it’s important to be able to separate myth from fact. 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Learn more about this evidence-informed approach from...</description><link>https://www.acefitness.org/resources/pros/expert-articles/9205/blood-flow-restriction-strength-training-meaningful-results-with-lighter-loads/?DCMP=RSSace-insights-blog</link></item><item><category>ACE Insights Blog</category><title>Strength Training for Cyclists</title><description>Strength training for cyclists should focus on preventing overuse injuries and improving cycling efficiency. 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