SPRINT researchers contribute to mapping future fitness trends through participation in the American College of Sports Medicine publication.
SPRINT Researchers Susana Franco, Rita Santos Rocha, and Liliana Ramos collaborated in the "2026 ACSM Worldwide Fitness Trends", published in the November/December issue of ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal.
This study, which involved administering 2000 surveys to fitness industry professionals, identified key trends for 2026, such as:
. Wearable technology
. Data-driven technology
. Exercise for mental health, among others.
This type of collaboration reinforces the prominence of SPRINT researchers on a global scale, and the recognition they receive from leading organizations such as the American College of Sports Medicine.