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"Never since the founding of the council in 1956 has there been a greater need for America's leaders to stress physical activity and fitness. We need to make clear to every American of every age that physical activity is crucial to our health. And at the same time, we need to make clear that meaningful physical activity is achievable for all of us. You don't have to be a star athlete to be physically active -- indeed, physical activity doesn't have to involve sports at all. But all of us do need to be physically active to be healthy.

The President and I will look to the advice of this council to help all Americans learn more about making healthful physical activity a part of our daily lives."

Council members are listed below:

Lynn C. Swann, Chairman, of Sewickley, Pennsylvania -- Mr. Swann joined the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1974, where he remained for nine years as a wide receiver. Upon his retirement from professional football, he began a full-time career with ABC Sports, which continues today.

Dorothy G. Richardson, M.D., Vice Chair, of Clermont, Florida -- Dr. Richardson is currently Medical Director of the National Training Center and an orthopedic surgeon with Ray-Richardson Orthopedic Associates in Clermont, Florida. She is a two-time Olympic Gold medalist in softball (1996 and 2000).

Denise Austin of Alexandria, Virginia -- Ms. Austin is the star of over 40 exercise videos and DVDs and has written several books on exercise and fitness.

James N. Baird, Jr., M.D., of Columbus, Ohio -- Dr. Baird currently serves as Director of the Ohio Department of Health and is also Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ohio State University College of Medicine.

John P. Burke of Waterloo, Wisconsin -- Mr. Burke is president of Trek Bicycle Corporation and of the Bikes Belong Coalition.

Paul R. Carrozza of Austin, Texas -- Mr. Carrozza founded RunTex, the nation's largest store devoted exclusively to running, and founded RunTex University and RunTex Events.

Katherine S. Cosgrove of Overland Park, Kansas -- Ms. Cosgrove is the founder and owner of F.I.T. Bodies, a personal training and fitness consulting service.

Amanda C. Cromwell of Decatur, Georgia -- Ms. Cromwell plays in the Women's United Soccer Association (WUSA) as a Defender/Midfielder for the Atlanta Beat.

Pamela M. Danberg of Cooper City, Florida -- Ms. Danberg is president of the Dwarf Athletic Association of America, is actively involved with the United States Olympic Committee (USOC), and earned a silver medal at the 1988 Paralympic Games (swimming).

Jaime A. Davidson, M.D., FACP, FACE, of Dallas, Texas -- Dr. Davidson is currently with Endocrine and Diabetes Associates of Texas and is a Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Texas, Southwestern Medical School.

Danny M. Gable of Iowa City, Iowa -- Mr. Gable is currently assistant to the director of athletics at the University of Iowa, where he was head wrestling coach for 21 years. He was a Gold medalist at the 1972 Summer Olympics (wrestling).

Marion L. Jones of Keller, Texas -- Ms. Jones made history at the Sydney Olympic Games in 2000 when she became the first female track and field athlete to win five medals at a single Olympics.

Ivette M. Lirio of Miami, Florida -- Ms. Lirio is a secondary school physical education teacher, Assistant Athletic Director at Barbara Goleman Senior High School, and an adjunct professor at Florida International University teaching future physical educators.

Nancy Lopez of Albany, Georgia -- Ms. Lopez is a 48-time winner on the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour. In 1978, she won nine titles, including a record-setting five in a row.

Teddy L. Mitchell, M.D., of Dallas, Texas -- Dr. Mitchell is the Medical Director for the Cooper Wellness Program at the renowned Aerobics Center in Dallas, Texas, and serves as Vice President and Associate Medical Director for the Cooper Clinic.

Charles M. Moore of Washington, D.C. -- Mr. Moore is the executive director of the Committee to Encourage Corporate Philanthropy and was an Olympic gold medalist in 400m hurdles at the 1952 Summer Olympics.

Derek D. Parra of Orlando, Florida -- Mr. Parra won two medals in speed skating at the 2002 Winter Olympic Games.

Emmitt Smith of Irving, Texas -- Mr. Smith, an NFL Running Back for the Dallas Cowboys, has led the team to three Super Bowl titles.

Lloyd D. Ward of Colorado Springs, Colorado -- Mr. Ward is Chief Executive Officer of the United States Olympic Committee (USOC).

Note: The President's council Web site is at www.fitness.gov.

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