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    President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition

    The President’s Challenge

    Challenge yourself for six weeks to set active lifestyle goals, log your activities and earn rewards.

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    Let’s Move!

    Launched by First Lady Michelle Obama, Let’s Move! is dedicated to solving the problem of childhood obesity within a generation.

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    PALA+

    Presidential Active Lifestyle Award Challenge

    Promotes physical activity AND good nutrition, because it takes both to lead a healthy lifestyle.

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    Joining Forces

    A national initiative to give service members and their families the opportunities and support they have earned.

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    Presidential Youth Fitness Program

    A school-based program that promotes health and regular physical activity for America’s youth.

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    • Be Active

      Physical activity is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle

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    • Eat Healthy

      Take a small step to better nutrition today, and move toward a healthier you.

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    Our Mission

    The President Council's mission is to engage, educate, and empower all Americans to adopt a healthy lifestyle that includes regular physical activity and good nutrition.

    The President’s Council is made up of athletes, chefs, physicians, fitness professionals, and educators who are appointed by the President and serve in an advisory capacity through the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

    Through partnerships with the public, private, and non-profit sectors, the President's Council promotes programs and initiatives that motivate people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to lead active, healthy lives.

    The Council plays a key role in the development of the administration's programmatic priorities, outreach, and awareness efforts to improve the health and quality of life for all Americans. Among the Council's charges are to:

    • Expand national interest in and awareness of the benefits of regular physical activity, fitness, sports participation, and good nutrition;
    • Stimulate and enhance coordination of programs within and among the private and public sectors that promote physical activity, fitness, sports participation, and good nutrition;
    • Expand availability of quality information and guidance regarding physical activity, fitness, sports participation, and good nutrition; and
    • Target all Americans, with particular emphasis on children and adolescents, as well as populations or communities in which specific risks or disparities in participation in, access to, or knowledge about the benefits of physical activity, fitness, sports participation, and good nutrition have been identified.


    Location:

    • DC
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    Associated Groups:

    • Presidential Active Lifestyle Award (PAL...
    • Let's Move!
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    Online:

    • @FitnessGov

    Links:

    • PCFSN
    • President’s Challenge
    • PALA+
    • Let’s Move!
    • Joining Forces
    • Presidential Youth Fitness Program

    Associated Groups

      • Presidential Active Lifestyle Award (PALA+)
      • Let's Move!
      • Joining Forces
      • National Association for Health & Fitness (NAHF)

      President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition's contact info

      Map to President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition's Office
      Address & contact info:
      President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition


      , DC 20001 
      United States
      Phone:

      Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this directory. However some changes may occur between updates. Please check with your provider to ensure that he or she participates in your health plan.

      Last Updated: February 13th, 2012

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      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Apr 09

        What are some ideas for packing a healthy school lunch for my child?

        To pack a healthy school lunch for your child, add healthy snacks. A few favorites are: clementines bananas apples pears whole-grain crackers and cereal dried fruit and nuts (in small amoun...

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      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Mar 15

        Why is good nutrition important for my child?

        Unhealthy eating habits have contributed to the obesity epidemic in the United States: about one-third of U.S. adults (33.8%) are obese and approximately 17% (or 12.5 million) of children and adole...

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      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Feb 15

        How can I help my child develop healthy eating habits?

        You can help your child develop healthy eating habits by showing them portion control. Teach your kids to take small amounts at first. Let them serve themselves at dinner to create the healthy habi...

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      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Feb 27, 2015

        How can my child benefit if we eat as family at the family table?

        Your child can benefit greatly when the family eats together at the table. Turn the TV off and come together as a family for mealtime. You will get to spend time with the kids while modeling health...

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      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Feb 11, 2015

        What are some ideas for packing a healthy school lunch for my child?

        To pack a healthy school lunch for your child, add healthy snacks. A few favorites are: clementines bananas apples pears whole-grain crackers and cereal dried fruit and nuts (in small...

        Read More
      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Feb 11, 2015

        How can I get my kids to drink more water?

        Make water a staple of snack time. Try adding a slice of lemon, lime or a splash of 100% juice to your water for a little flavor.

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      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Feb 11, 2015

        How can I be a good role model for my child in regard to eating habits?

        You can be a great role model for your child's eating habits. Cook together. Eat together. Talk together. Make mealtime a family time!

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      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Feb 11, 2015

        What are some healthy after-school snacks I can have ready for my kids?

        For a handy after-school snack, keep cut-up fruits and vegetables like carrots, peppers or orange slices in the refrigerator.

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      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Feb 11, 2015

        Should I make my child clean his plate?

        Don't make your child clean his plate or bowl if he's full, instead save leftovers for tomorrow's lunch. Portion sizes depend on the age, gender and activity level of the individual.

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      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Feb 11, 2015

        Why is good nutrition important for my child?

        Unhealthy eating habits have contributed to the obesity epidemic in the United States: about one-third of U.S. adults (33.8%) are obese and approximately 17% (or 12.5 million) of children and adole...

        Read More
      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Feb 11, 2015

        How can I make sure my kids have healthy snacks?

        To make sure your kids have healthy snacks, put the snacks in places where they can reach. When you say it's okay, your kids can choose their own healthy snack.

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      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Feb 11, 2015

        How can I encourage my child's school cafeteria to serve healthier food?

        Schools across the nation are making their lunch rooms healthier places. Learn more from the Chefs Move to Schools initiative, a project where chefs work with local schools to add flavorful, health...

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      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Feb 11, 2015

        How can I help my child develop healthy eating habits?

        You can help your child develop healthy eating habits by showing them portion control. Teach your kids to take small amounts at first. Let them serve themselves at dinner to create the healthy habi...

        Read More
      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Feb 11, 2015

        How can I make my child's lunch more nutritious?

        To make your child's lunch more nutritious, pack his or her lunch bag with fruits and veggie. Sliced apples, a banana or carrot sticks are all healthy options.

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      • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition
        President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition has answered a question
        On Feb 11, 2015

        What are dietary guidelines for children?

        The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010, via health.gov includes nutritional goals for children on pages 76 and 77. Find the nutritional goals for your child by using their age-gender table.

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