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President Trump Hosts Youth Fitness Event to Launch National Physical Fitness and Sports Month

Presidential Fitness Test Initiative·May 5 – May 9, 2026

16 days ago

President Trump Hosts Youth Fitness Event to Launch National Physical Fitness and Sports Month

President Trump hosted youth athletes on the South Lawn to mark the start of National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. The President celebrated the return of the Presidential Fitness Test as a tool to build strength and discipline in American children. Supporters described the program as a key part of the Make America Healthy Again movement. The administration also introduced the #RazorbackReady2026 Challenge to encourage students to stay active and spend less time on screens. This follows the signing of a proclamation to restore the fitness test in public schools.
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20 days ago

President Trump Reinstates Presidential Fitness Test and Designates National Fitness Month

President Trump signed a proclamation naming May 2026 as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. This action officially brings back the Presidential Fitness Test award for students. The initiative focuses on improving youth health and using sports to teach discipline and character. The President also announced the creation of the Patriot Games to encourage competition and exercise. News reports indicate this is part of a larger plan to overhaul public health policies and strengthen physical education in schools nationwide.
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20 days ago

President Trump Signs Proclamation to Reinstate the Presidential Fitness Test

President Trump signed a proclamation from the White House to reinstate the Presidential Fitness Test Award. This initiative is part of a broader effort to revamp public health policies and revitalize physical education programs in schools. Professional golfer Gary Player joined President Trump in the Oval Office for the signing ceremony. During the event, the President signed the proclamation to officially launch the fitness program. This move marks a return to standardized physical fitness assessments in the United States education system.
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