Sports Fitness

Sports can be a great way to get in shape or stay that way. Having a specific goal can be a great motivator. Physically, you need strength and endurance. Your training will vary with your sport. You would not train the same way for pole vaulting as for swimming. You might, however, cross train. Cross training simply means that you include a variety of fitness activities in your program. Research shows that cross training builds stronger bones.

Remember to listen to your body. If you frequently feel exhausted or you are in pain, you may be overdoing it. Injuries can be the result. And be sure that you use your body and your equipment safely. What you eat and drink is also important. Water is the most important nutrient for active people. Drink it before, during and after workouts.

President's Council On Physical Fitness And Sports on Wikipedia

The '''President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports''' is an United States government organisation that aims to "promote, encourage and motivate Americans of all ages to become Physical activity and participate in sports".

History

The '''President's Council on Youth Fitness''' was founded on 16 July 1956 to encourage American children to be healthy and active children, after a study indicating that American youths are less physically fit than European children, by then President Dwight D. Eisenhower. In 1960, President John F. Kennedy then changed its title to '''President's Council on Physical Fitness''' to reflect its role to serve all Americans. In 1966, President Lyndon B. Johnson created the ''Presidential Physical Fitness Award'', name of which was later changed to ''President's Challenge Youth Physical Fitness Awards Program''. In 1968, its title was changed to '''President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports''' to emphasize the importance of sports in life. In 1972, the ''Presidential Sports Award Program'' was created. In 1983, the Congress declared May "National Physical Fitness and Sports Month". In 1996, the Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health was released. In 1997, the PCPFS released its report on Physical Activity and Sport in the Lives of Girls.

External Link

* [http://www.fitness.gov/ The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports Official Website] [ Read More ]

External Resources

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