[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 129, 114th Congress, 1st Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
Proclamation 9264 of April 30, 2015

National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, 2015

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Sports are a fundamental part of American culture. They foster our
country's competitive drive, help us stay healthy, and teach us what it
takes to succeed--not only on the softball diamond or the basketball
court, but also in life. Sports and fitness reflect our national
character, and they help us unlock our full potential. During National
Physical Fitness and Sports Month, we recognize parents, coaches,
educators, and all those who instill in our children the importance of
regular exercise, and we invite all people to invest in their own well-
being by finding a way to be active each day.
Physical fitness is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle.
Regular exercise can produce long-term health benefits; it can help
prevent chronic diseases, combat obesity, relieve stress, and increase
the chances of living longer. By making physical activity part of your
daily routine--at least 30 minutes for adults and 60 minutes for
children--you can put yourself on the path to better physical and mental
health.
This year marks the fifth anniversary of First Lady Michelle Obama's
Let's Move! initiative, which has helped increase opportunities for
physical activity and inspire Americans of all ages to lead healthy,
active lives. To celebrate, the First Lady is challenging everyone to
GimmeFive things they are doing to eat better, be more active,
and live more healthfully. To join the fun and find new ways to stay
fit, challenge your family, friends, and colleagues to
GimmeFive this month.
Communities all across our country have embraced my Administration's
national call to action and encouraged each other to stay active and
make smart life choices. The President's Council on Fitness, Sports, and
Nutrition is also promoting physical activity to ensure all Americans
have the chances they deserve to lead healthy lives. Their I Can Do It,
You Can Do It! program is working to empower Americans

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with disabilities and make certain they have equal opportunities to
participate in regular physical activity in their schools and
communities. And the Go4Life campaign is helping older Americans,
including those with chronic conditions, to be active every day.
By making daily healthy choices, all Americans can strengthen their
bodies and minds and build a foundation that supports their greatest
aspirations. This month, let us encourage one another to get involved in
sports and fitness activities and together, forge a healthier future for
ourselves, our loved ones, and our Nation. To learn how you can get
involved, visit www.LetsMove.gov and www.Fitness.gov.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and
the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 2015 as National
Physical Fitness and Sports Month. I call upon the people of the United
States to make daily physical activity, sports participation, and good
nutrition a priority in their lives.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
April, in the year of our Lord two thousand fifteen, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
ninth.
BARACK OBAMA