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The National Coalition for a Healthy America
A non-profit corporation established in 2003 to combat the growing epidemics of obesity and related diseases across America. Includes information about corporate, community, and school programs to develop and implement broad based walking and fitness initiatives.
http://www.forahealthyamerica.org/
MyPyramid.gov
The Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion created the food pyramid guidance system. Find updated information about daily food recommendations, tailored for different ages, gender, and activity levels.
http://www.mypyramid.gov/
America On the Move
A national initiative dedicated to helping individuals and communities across the nation make positive changes to improve health and quality of life. Offers a walking exercise program with group coordination and logs.
http://www.americaonthemove.org/
HealthierUS.gov
Portal to many fitness-related sites created by the US government. Seeks to be a "source of credible, accurate information to help Americans choose to live healthier lives."
http://www.healthierus.gov/
President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports
Promotes, encourages and motivates Americans of all ages to become physically active and participate in sports. Includes details of the President's Challenge award programs for students, and the Presidential Sports Award Program for ages 6 years old and up.
http://www.fitness.gov/
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2006