Every year on the last day of September, National Women’s Health and Fitness Day is observed. This observance strives to bring attention to the importance of regular physical activity and health awareness and is the largest day for women of all ages to celebrate their health.
At local health and fitness events, an estimated 80,000 to 100,000 women of all ages congregate to encourage one another to start or maintain a healthy lifestyle. The goal of these events and celebrations is to inspire women to take charge of their own health, gain the necessary information to make informed health decisions, and plan regular physical activity.
How can you observe Women’s Health and Fitness Day?
- Check out events being hosted in your community – or host your own!
- Try a new fitness activity, like kickboxing, cycling, Zumba, Pure Barre, or Orange Theory.
- Tip: You can find free instructional videos on YouTube if you don’t can’t get to an in-person class.
- Take care of your mental health.
- Try using the day to schedule an appointment with your therapist (or finding one), tackle those tasks you keep pushing off, or do something you love.
- Learn about incorporating mindfulness into your daily life.
- This can be a time for you to explore meditation or create a regular prayer routine.
- Visit a seminar on something you’re interested in regarding your health.
- Join a gym or workout class.
- Take time to relax.
What are some ways women can stay healthy?
- See your primary care physician and OB-GYN every year.
- Make sleeping well and exercising every day a priority.
- Begin colon cancer screening at age 45.
- Begin breast cancer screening at age 40.
- Listen to your body and advocate for yourself, especially to doctors.
- Reduce stress as much as possible and develop or maintain good coping mechanisms.
If you have any questions about National Women’s Health and Fitness Day, you can contact:
- Phone: 1-800-828-8225 weekdays 8AM – 6PMCT
- For after hour questions, use the voicemail option
- Email: info@fitnessday.com
