May 2 - National Fitness Day™

Happy National Fitness Day™! On the first Saturday in May, this day offers an opportunity to be inspired and try new ways of becoming fit and healthy. 

The day is dedicated to everyone – not just health enthusiasts. Step out and try a class that looks interesting. Zumba? Yoga? Yes, try it for a day. Perhaps you only want to get out and stretch. Do it! 

Maybe you already have a nice routine but want to try something new. The day is an excellent way to shake up your routine. And while you’re at it, bring a friend. 

HOW TO OBSERVE 

Find events near you or register an event. Don’t see one near you? Create one. Motivate your community to be healthier and active. 

Other ways to participate include: 

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  • Walk or jog a different route than you usually do. 
• • Try a new, healthy recipe. 
• • Replace the fries with a salad at lunch. 
• • Take the stairs instead of the elevator. 
• • Take the dog for a walk. 
• • Order from the light side of the menu. 
• • Set the alarm for 20 minutes earlier and do some yoga, stretch, or just go for a walk. 
• • Ban the sofa before 7 pm. Make a list of alternate activities to do that keep you moving and away from the tv, computer, and social media. 
• • Do you get enough sleep? Make a goal of going to bed at the same time every night and waking the same time every morning. 

Use #NationalFitnessDay to share on social media. 

HISTORY 

Ain 2015, after running her first half marathon, Kim Bielak was inspired to share the sense of growth and empowerment she experienced firsthand with others across the country.  

Upon discovering that there wasn't one official day dedicated to fitness in America at the time, she worked with like-minded people across the country to launch the very first celebration 

In 2017, Kim founded National Fitness Day™ to encourage healthy lifestyles across the country. 

In tandem, she hosted a fundraiser called Class for a Cause to encourage people to sweat for a cause and raise money for Girls on the Run. 

How can you get fit today? 

#NationalFitnessDay
@YMCA
@ywca.org 

@zumba 

@breakingmuscle 

@natinoalfitnessdayus 

@nichecinema 

DATES 

May 01, 2021 
May 07, 2022 
May 06, 2023 
May 04, 2024 
May 03, 2025 
May 02, 2026 
May 01, 2027 
May 06, 2028 
May 05, 2029 
May 04, 2030