Written by Shellie Pfohl, Executive Director of the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month! President Obama has encouraged the nation to engage in regular physical activity and sport participation this month and we can’t wait to see how everyone rises up to this challenge.…
Written by Colin Milner, CEO, International Council on Active Aging
What would happen if we were able to eliminate all the barriers to physical activity adoption and participation for older adults? Would more of them become physically active, reducing the burden that physical inactivity places on governments, societies, families and individuals?…
Written by Alexandra Black, Health Promotion Manager at IHRSA
Many athletes will tell you that you never really “arrive” when it comes to sport. With each win comes hunger for another. Every personal best leads to a new goal to pursue. Yet when it comes to health and fitness, there is so much focus on arrival – on the “after picture” and the weight on the scale.…
Written by Patty Kestell, SHAPE America 2013 National Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year
It’s February — what comes to mind? Valentine’s Day, chocolates and celebrating with the one you love? February is also recognized as American Heart Month — a time to remember our commitment to ourselves to stay heart healthy.…