All articles tagged with #youth fitness
Originally Published 5 months ago — by New York Post
Saquon Barkley was surprised to learn his name was mentioned for President Trump's sports council and declined the invitation after consulting with his family, citing a busy schedule. The council aims to promote youth physical fitness through school programs and awards, and includes notable athletes and sports figures.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Bulwark
President Trump signed an executive order to revive the Presidential Fitness Test, a program with roots in Eisenhower's and Kennedy's initiatives, aimed at improving youth fitness amid rising obesity and health concerns. The article discusses the history of the test, its evolution, and the importance of a comprehensive approach to children's health, emphasizing that the success of the new efforts will depend on meaningful action beyond just media attention.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The White House (.gov)
The President has issued an order to reestablish the Presidential Fitness Test, revamp the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, and promote youth participation in sports and healthy lifestyles, aiming to address America's declining health and physical fitness as part of its national renewal efforts leading up to 2026.