The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has appointed Anthony J. Wall as director of professional education and Dr. Adam Bordes as senior health strategist.

The appointments are part of ACE's long-term strategy to educate the public about the benefits of fitness and to reverse the obesity epidemic.

ACE chief executive Scott Goudeseune said: "The expertise of Adam and Anthony will further our mission to educate the American public to enhance their quality of life through health and physical activity.

"We're constantly growing to meet the public's demand for clarity and leadership in fitness through cutting-edge research and comprehensive educational tools."

Prior to joining ACE, Wall served as national personal training manager for Les Mills BodyTrainer Personal Training Systems in New Zealand.

Bordes is a recognized fitness industry speaker, author and educator. He has created and delivered programming to corporations, universities and colleges nationwide.