Family Health & Fitness Day USA – September 28, 2024

 

Family Health & Fitness Day USA – September 28, 2024


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Family Health and Fitness Day began in 1996 when the Health Information Resource Center founded it to promote family involvement in physical activity, exercise, and fitness. Another version of this event is celebrated on the second Saturday in June and is sponsored by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). But no matter when it is celebrated (why not do both?), this event is important to promote happy, healthy, and strong families.

 

 

How to Celebrate Family

Individual families, schools, scout troops, Moms’ groups, neighborhoods, and community members can get involved with Family Health and Fitness Day in various ways. Check out some of these ideas to get started with enjoying this event:

Enjoy Outdoor Activities with the Family

During this time of year, the weather in the northern hemisphere is likely to be warm enough to spend some time outdoors, barring rain. Make plans for everyone in the family to head to a local park or greenspace together, where the adults and kids can get their exercise in many ways.

Bring kites or a paddle game and challenge each other to a competition. Take advantage of tennis or pickleball courts. Shoot some hoops at the basketball court, or enjoy rollerblading along the paved paths. Family Health and Fitness Day is an excellent reminder of how fun it is to laugh, play, and exercise together healthily!

Host a Community Health & Fitness Event

Schools, sports facilities, churches, parks and recreation departments, and others can get involved with this day by sponsoring different events that encourage families to bond healthily. It would be great to host a family games event outdoors, hold healthy meal preparation classes for young moms, provide different health screenings from local medical providers or healthcare centers, and much more. Get creative to meet the needs of parents, grandparents, and children of all ages in honor of Family Health and Fitness Day!



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