President's Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition (PCSFN)

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The President's Council's mission is to increase sports participation among youth of all backgrounds and abilities and to promote healthy and active lifestyles for all Americans. Since 1956, the Council has created and promoted programs and initiatives that motivate people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to be active and eat healthy.

Highlights

Department of Health & Human Services - USA. Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd edition. Move Your Way.

HHS Releases Updated Physical Activity Guidelines!

Are you meeting the Guidelines? See the Guidelines for different ages and populations to find out!

New Classroom Physical Activity Resources for Educators. Photos of the covers of two resources, showing kids being active, along with the cartoon graphic of a teacher being active with kids in the classroom.

New Resources from CDC & Springboard to Active Schools

For educators to help students get the daily, recommended 60 minutes of physical activity.

Photo of PCSFN leadership at an event at the Nationals Youth Baseball Academy in Washington, DC.

Check out new photos from PCSFN!

See photos from our event at the Nationals Youth Baseball Academy and our 2018 annual Council meeting.

Fitness - Be Active

Be Active

Physical activity benefits everyone! Learn about the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans and access useful resources to help you get active.

Fitness - Eat Healthy

Eat Healthy

Good nutrition can positively impact your health. Learn about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and resources to help you establish healthy eating patterns.

Fitness - Programs and Awards

Programs and Awards

Our programs will inspire you to get active, eat better, and live healthier. You can also earn awards to recognize your achievements. Start today!

Fitness - Blog

Blog

Want to learn how to go from #0to60? Get activity ideas, nutrition tips, and inspiring stories to help you on your journey.

Fitness - Resource Center

Resource Center

Find helpful programs and the latest facts, statistics, research, and reports on the topics of physical activity, nutrition, and obesity in the United States.

Fitness - About PCSFN

About PCSFN

Learn about the Council’s mission, vision, and history, and meet the staff, Science Board, and Foundation that support our work.

Fitness - Meet The Council

Meet The Council

The President’s Council is composed of up to 30 members appointed by the President to promote physical activity, good nutrition, and sports participation.