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Enjoying the Summer Months - Indoors and Out

The summer months are upon us! Take advantage of the extra hours of sunshine to get outdoors and be physically active with your friends, coworkers, and family. When heading outside for activity and fun in the sun this month, always remember to grab your sunscreen and a reusable water bottle to protect your skin from the summer sun and to keep your body hydrated.

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How are you or your organization enjoying the great outdoors this month? E-mail us at physicalactivityguidelines@hhs.gov if you would like to contribute a blog post!

News & Reports 5/10/10

by ODPHP May 10, 2010

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In light of the recent release of the National Physical Activity Plan, we present a snapshot of stories related to the physical activity environment that are making the news:

More police, fire recruits flunk fitness test (Source: USA Today) Local governments around the country express the need for increased physical fitness in the name of citizen safety.

Take a taxicab to work? More New Yorkers walk (Source: New York Times) A comparison of the number of New Yorkers engaging in various types of daily commuting.

Amid debate and trying economic times, Naperville approves sidewalk projects (Source: Chicago Tribune) An Illinois city moves forward with sidewalk plan, despite lean budget.

What are the top physical activity environment issues in YOUR community?

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Tags: sidewalk, police, firefighter, commute, fitness test