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   The National Association for Health and Fitness (NAHF) is a non-profit organization that exists to improve the quality of life for individuals in the United States through the promotion of physical fitness, sports and healthy lifestyles. NAHF accomplishes this work by fostering and supporting Governor’s and State Councils and coalitions that promote and encourages regular physical activity.

Many states have active councils that promote physical activity for persons of all ages and abilities. Governor and State Councils represent the grassroots programs that encourage the need for and benefits of regular physical activity, reaching more than 215 million people through state and local programs.

NAHF is also the national sponsor of National Employee Health and Fitness Day, the largest work site health and fitness event in North America. NAHF encourages you to use America On The Move or the President's Council Challenge in planning your employee health and fitness activities. Excellent work site health promotion resources are www.ihpm.org, www.prevent.org and www.welcoa.org



New President's Council Awards

The President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports is pleased to announce the creation of two new awards, the Lifetime Achievement Award (LAA) (http://www.fitness.gov/about_lifetime_award.htm) and the Community Leadership Award (CLA) (http://www.fitness.gov/about_community_award.htm) . These awards were established by the Council to recognize the countless contributions many Americans have made to promote or enhance physical activity, fitness, or sports in this country. With a focus on recognizing individuals who have made a national impact, the LAA serves to thank men and women who have dedicated their lives and their careers to improving the health of individuals and groups nationwide. Up to six LAAs will be presented each year. The CLA will recognize up to 50 individuals nationwide who have made a local impact in their State, community, club, or organization. The goal is to recognize one individual per State. Council members will review applications and select award winners. Award and application information is posted on www.fitness.gov. In order to be considered in 2007, applications for both awards, which include basic contact information and a brief description of the individual’s work, must be received by April 1st. Award winners will be recognized in May National Physical Fitness and Sports Month.
Health Promotion Advocates promote healthy lifestyles among all Americans and thereby reduce medical costs and utilization, improve quality of life, and enhance productivity.

News & Other Information

American College of Sports Medicine Events Calendar
Physical Fitness and Sports e-newsletter
Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
How Big is the Health Promotion Market? Small but Getting Big, with Medicare Leading the Way
MEDICARE SEEKS PROPOSALS FOR SENIOR RISK REDUCTION DEMONSTRATION AS PART OF AGENCY'S NEW FOCUS ON PREVENTION
Are We Making Progress in Preventing Childhood Obesity?
Dr. Donna Allen’s efforts to heighten awareness in Preventing Breast Cancer
Healthy States eWeekly from The Council of State Governments (Aug 31 - Sept 6 2006)
Shape of the Nation Released>
Quick News From ACFN
Food For Though: Health & Wellness Round-up
April 2006: Electronic PA News
Smart Growth Shareware, Version 2, now available
RWJF News Digest: Childhood Obesity
PE4life Newsletter - August 2005
August Issue of Pediatrics Includes First-Year Results of VERB Campaign
What’s New from the Guide to Community Preventive Services
PHPartners - New Links for the week of Sep 02, 2005
State Actions to Promote Nutrition, Increase Physical Activity and Prevent Obesity: A Legislative Overview
2005 August Newsletter & Other Information
SCHOOL NUTRITION & PHYSICAL EDUCATION LEGISLATION: An Overview Of 2005 State Activity
2005 Gold Star Winners
Nat'l Employee Health and Fitness Day Tulsa, OK
September ACSM Outcomes of Annual Meeting forum
Guidelines For Healthy Meetings
Special Report: Healthy Schools for Healthy Kids
Physical Activity Guidelines for Children
     
 


Updated: 08/01/2008