Why eat well? Because it is our President's Challenge

Why eat well? A simple question answered by none other than the office of the President of the United States.

Because the results are amazing: A healthy heart. Regular physical activity and a healthy diet can lower your blood pressure and cholesterol levels and can reduce the risk of illnesses such as type 2 diabetes or heart disease. Strong bones.

The human body was designed for activity, and by exercising regularly and making smart food choices, you’ll look and feel better—every day.

Remember, fitness is about improving muscular strength and endurance, cardiorespiratory strength and endurance, and flexibility through regular physical activity. That even includes things like walking the dog, raking leaves, or playing tag with the kids. Fueling your body with the right foods is also a must.

Why Are Staying Active and Eating Well So Important?

Because the results are amazing:

A HEALTHY HEART

Regular physical activity and a healthy diet can lower your blood pressure and cholesterol levels and can reduce the risk of illnesses such as type 2 diabetes or heart disease.

STRONG BONES

Exercise, combined with fat-free or low-fat dairy products and other foods rich in calcium, is necessary to build strong, healthy bones and can help slow the bone loss associated with getting older.

A SENSE OF WELL-BEING

Being in good shape can give you more energy, reduce anxiety and depression, improve self-esteem, and help you better manage stress.

A GOOD SOCIAL LIFE

Staying active is a great way to have fun, make new friends, and spend quality time with family.

LOOKING AND FEELING BETTER

Are you ready for the challenge?

The President’s Challenge is for everyone.

Really. Truly. All ages and all abilities are welcome here.

All you need is a desire to get active (or increase your current activity level) and eat healthy, or a desire to help America’s kids get stronger and healthier.

Now more than ever, we all need some incentive to make physical activity and healthy eating a part of our daily routine, and the President’s Challenge is where you’ll get it.

Get Motivated Find out more about the challenge here:-

https://www.presidentschallenge.org/motivated/benefits.shtml

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