President's Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition
You're It. Get Fit!Celebrate National Physical Fitness and Sports Month with PCFSN
Since 1983, we’ve celebrated National Physical Fitness and Sports Month in May. Join PCFSN as we kick off the month with our annual Council member meeting and Webcast, announce our Lifetime Achievement Award winners, hold a Twitter chat, and more. Get inspired to be active! Throughout the month, there are many other observances related to your health and fitness.
Help us get the word out about National Physical Fitness and Sports Month with this toolkit - share sample announcements, tweet, Web badges, and more!
On May 1, President Barack Obama issued this Presidential Proclamation to recognize National Physical Fitness and Sports Month.
Follow us on @FitnessGov and use #FitnessMonth throughout the month for tips, news, and updates.
Active Play PALA+ Challenge
On April 30, PCFSN, the Entertainment Software Association, and leaders from the U.S. video game industry launched the Active Play PALA+ Challenge to highlight video games that include a physical activity component as a way to help Americans lead more active lives. Gamers can now earn PALA+ by logging their active video gaming online.
News Highlights
May 14: Washington Post Article Highlights PCFSN/ESA Collaboration 
(May 13-19): Statement by HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius on National Women's Health Week Launch Event.
May 1: 
Physical Activity Guidelines
Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans provides science-based guidance to help Americans improve their health...
Federal Dietary Guidelines
The Guidelines provide authoritative advice for people two years and older about how good dietary habits can promote health...
PCFSN's mission is to engage, educate and empower all Americans to adopt a healthy lifestyle that includes regular physical activity and good nutrition.
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