Exercise is Medicine® Month was launched in 2008 to celebrate May as the special recognition month for Exercise is Medicine and as a time for health care providers, fitness professionals, the public, and supporting organizations and constituents to recognize, emphasize and celebrate the valuable health benefits of exercise on a national scale.
Last year, more than 30 cities, states and organizations proclaimed May 2010 as Exercise is Medicine month. This year we hope to reach every state!
Already received a proclamation from you mayor and governor? Don't stop there! This year, Exercise is Medicine is inviting all organizations, from colleges and universities to military bases and corporations. With your help, we can spread the message about the incredible benefits of physical activity, across the United States and across the globe!
Proclamations
Help us out by requesting an Exercise is Medicine Month proclamation from your governor, mayor or organization president! Just download the proclamations, personalize the sample request letter and contact your local mayor, state governor, or organization president. Questions? Need help locating contact information? E-mail us at eim@acsm.org or call 317-352-3818 for help.
These cities, states and organizations know that May is Exercise is Medicine Month!
Tell us Your Story
How are you celebrating Exercise is Medicine Month? Let us know how you are planning to recognize the health benefits of exercise in May. Just click on the graphic below!
Exercise is Medicine Month 2010
- In 2010, the following governors, mayors and leaders declared May Exercise is Medicine Month:
Aspen, CO
Boca Raton, FL
California
Cheney, WA
Columbus State University
Connecticut
Florida
Florida Atlantic University
Fort Wayne, IN
Fox Army Health Center, Redstone Arsenal, Alabama
Guam
Indiana
Kansas
Kentucky
Maine
Maryland
Maryville, IN
Minot, North Dakota |
Mississippi State
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
North Dakota
Oregon
Pittsburgh, PA
Roanoke, VA
San Diego, CA
San Marcos, Texas
Starkville, MS
Tennessee
Texas
Vermont
Washington
West Virginia
Wichita, KS
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- For information on Exercise is Medicine Month 2008 and 2009, click here.
2010 Exercise is Medicine Month Email Series
Even though the emails went out last year, the information can still help you celebrate Exercise is Medicine Month this year! Information and tips on getting active and staying active are available for Health Care Providers, Fitness Professionals and the Public.
- Exercise is Medicine Month in the news
