Congressman Veasey Commemorates May as Health and Fitness Month

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, is committed to empowering all Americans to adopt a healthy lifestyle that includes regular physical activity and good nutrition. For the second year in a row, Congressman Veasey is introducing a resolution to commemorate the month of May as "Health and Fitness Month." The resolution seeks to ensure that the nation takes a pledge to make healthy lifestyle choices, which leads to prosperous lives.

Today in America, nearly two-thirds of adults and one in three children are overweight or obese. Yesterday's release of the 2014 United States Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth further confirms that the lack of physical activity, increase in food intake, and environments that make nutritious choices more difficult have all played a role in this obesity epidemic. Not only do these statistics affect the health and well-being of each individual, but they are a burden on our country as a whole. The high obesity rate has contributed to the pervasiveness of diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic diseases that drain resources from our healthcare system.

"Engaging in physical activity is one of the most important things people of all ages can do to improve their health," said Congressman Veasey. "By dedicating the month of May to health and fitness, we can show that there are steps everyone can take to lead healthier lives."

He added, "This May, I have organized events in Washington and the 33^rd congressional district to get people thinking about leading healthy, active lifestyles. I invite everyone to lace up their sneakers and invite their family and friends to join me."

During the month of May, Congressman Veasey will host and participate in the following events to promote health and fitness:

Saturday, May 10th
Healthy Living Congress on Your Corner
Grand Prairie Farmers Market
120 W Main St, Grand Prairie, TX 75050
10AM-11:30AM

Fort Worth Health Fair
Diamond Hill Community Center
1701 NE 36th St., Fort Worth, TX 76106
1PM-4PM

Saturday, May 17th
2nd Annual Community Walk in Dallas' Kiest Park
Kiest Park
2200 W Kiest Blvd., Dallas, TX 75224
10AM

Tuesday, May 20th
Congressional Health and Fitness Expo
Rayburn Foyer, Rayburn House Office Building
45 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20515
11AM-2PM

Wednesday, May 21st
ACLI Capitol Challenge
Anacostia Park
1900 S St SE, Washington, DC 20020
8AM

For more information on May is Health & Fitness Month events in the District and in Washington, D.C., visit my official website.

###