Behavior Analysis in Health, Sport & Fitness SIG

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The mission of the Behavior Analysis in Health, Sport, and Fitness Special Interest Group (HSF SIG) is to educate, coordinate, and provide resources to behavior analysts and other members of society seeking to promote desirable behavior change in health, sport, and fitness through the application of the science of behavior analysis. 

This website helps us serve our mission by providing a space through which we can:

(1) Educate behavior analysts and other members of society and increase awareness, visibility, and understanding of the application of the science of behavior analysis to health, sport, and fitness.

(2) Disseminate information about the practice of behavior analysis and educational and training opportunities relevant to practice of behavior analysis in the areas of health, sport, and fitness. 

(3) Provide access to educational and training resources (e.g., continuing education events, mentorship opportunities) for its members.

The HSF SIG is an ABAI-affiliated Special Interest Group.

Latest Posts

Scope of Practice

As an instructor in a master’s program in ABA, one of the most common questions that I am asked is, “What else can I do with a master’s in ABA?” This post is for those individuals who are looking to apply behavior analytic principles within the area of health, sport, fitness, or wellness in general. It will discuss what you need, what can be helpful, […]

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HSF SIG at WIBA 2026

By: Dr. Charissa Knihtila I just spent a few days at the Women in Behavior Analysis conference in Chicago and my first time in person at WIBA did not disappoint! I was able to meet a few of my fellow Health, Sport, and Fitness SIG board members, potentially recruit a few more HSF-SIG members, and attend some great talks and events during the conference.  There […]

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A Path from Behavior Analysis to Health and Wellness Practice

Getting Started in FitnessPicture it, 2017-ish. I had been in and out of fitness my whole life.  Step aerobics in the 1990s. Gym memberships. I had just tested for my second-degree black belt in Tang Soo Do. I was warming up in the dojang when someone asked me, “Did I hear you were a personal trainer?” Well, no, but it was something I always wanted […]

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The Behavior Analysis in Health, Sport, and Fitness Special Interest Group (HSF SIG) is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization operated for educational, scientific, and charitable purposes. The HSF SIG’s purpose is to educate, coordinate, and provide resources to behavior analysts and other members of society seeking to promote desirable behavior change in health, sport, and fitness through the application of the science of behavior […]

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