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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR HEALTH AND FITNESS (NAH&F)
“The Network of State and Governor's Councils”
 ANNUAL MEETING, APRIL 6 & 7, DOWNTOWN HILTON, AUSTIN, TEXAS

Buffalo, NY: Based on the “Survivor” theme, the non-profit National Association for Health & Fitness announces its 32nd Annual Meeting entitled “Advocate! Educate! Thrive!  Strategies for Survival” This year's Annual Meeting will focus on work being done to impact physical activity in the States and at the grass roots level. The meeting is being conducted in partnership with the American College of Sports Medicines “Health and Fitness Summit”.

This groundbreaking meeting will feature Robert Sallis, MD (Exercise is Medicine) and Eduardo Sanchez, MD as keynote speakers. Dr. Richard Keelor will conduct a session on advocacy training, while nationally recognized experts will present on fundraising in tough economic times, “best practices” in the States and reports from the eight  societal sectors that collaborated in framing the first ever National Physical Activity Plan. A highlight of this year's meeting will be an in-depth look at the City of Austin's work to encourage physical activity. “This is a tremendous value-packed opportunity for health and fitness professionals to attend outstanding back-to-back professional meetings at the same location”, stated Diane H. Hart, Eastern Regional Director, NAH&F. (aerobic2@aol.com)

With the release of the National Physical Activity Plan in early May, health and fitness professionals have an extraordinary opportunity to advance the quality of life of Americans on a larger scale than ever before. NAH&F's Annual Meeting will share the vision of the National Physical Activity Plan while offering attendees opportunities to earn valuable ACSM Continuing Education Credits (CEC's) and network with other States. Those attending the two day meeting will also enjoy the NAH&F Gold Star Awards reception honoring States, individuals and organizations for their contribution to the improvement and promotion of physical activity and wellness. Come, learn and share!

National sponsors for the Annual Meeting include HOPSports, of Valencia, California , www.hopsports.com, and ACTIVE Life Movement, of Austin, Texas,  www.activelifemovement.org.

 

For additional information or to register, visit the National Association for Health and Fitness website at www.physicalfitness.org.

 

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