Congressman Veasey Renews Yearly Pledge to Health and Fitness

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Marc Veasey (TX-33) is dedicated to making healthy living attainable for all Americans, empowering them to increase their physical activity and to improve their nutrition to lead robust lives. For the third year in a row, Congressman Veasey introduced a resolution to designate the month of May as "Health and Fitness Month."

According to the Center for Disease Control, there has been a steady increase in obesity in the United States during the past 20 years. More than one-third of U.S. adults and approximately 12.7 million children and adolescents aged 2—19 years are obese. Congressman Veasey's resolution aims to ensure that the country pledges to make health and fitness a priority every day, so that all Americans can live to their maximum potential.

"Two of the most important steps people of any age can take is to increase physical activity and incorporate more nutritious foods into their daily lives," said Congressman Veasey. "By committing the month of May to health and fitness, we can demonstrate that there are steps you can take right now that will make today healthier than yesterday and pave the way for healthy living tomorrow."

During the month of May, Congressman Veasey will host and participate in the following FREE and family friendly events in the DFW Metroplex and in Washington, D.C. to promote health and fitness:

Wednesday, May 13th
Congressional Health and Fitness Expo
12PM-2PM
Rayburn Foyer, Rayburn House Office Building
45 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20515

This FREE eventin Washington, D.C. will allow attendees to participate in interactive, educational games, and learn about ways to promote healthy living.

Saturday, May 16^th
2015 Community Fitness Day
9-11 AM
Tarrant County College
South Track
5301 Campus Dr.
Fort Worth, TX 76119

This FREE and family friendly event, in collaboration with the Texas Rangers Foundation and Universal Cheerleaders Association, will allow residents of the DFW Metroplex to participate in interactive, educational games, and learn about ways to promote healthy living.

Wednesday, May 20^th
ACLI Capital Challenge
8AM
Anacostia Park
1900 S St SE, Washington, DC 20020

The Congressman and his staff under the name "Marc's Mavericks," will participate in a three mile team race around Washington, D.C.

Saturday, May 30^th
Cooking with your Congressman
11 AM – 12:30 PM
Nash-Davis Recreation Center
3710 North Hampton
Dallas, TX 75212

The Congressman and Chef Brenda Johnson will provide attendees with a FREE healthy cooking class to demonstrate ways to create healthy and nutritious meal options. Space is limited, RSVP is required.

For more information on May is Health & Fitness Month events in the District and in Washington, D.C., please visit Congressman Veasey's official website at, www.veasey.house.gov.