Fitness in Action: September 1, 1959 to August 31, 1960

Abstract

Abstract THE STATES REPORT: The last twelve months have been real milestones of progress in fitness across the nation. The 52 state units of AAHPER have been in the forefront of fitness action everywhere. State and local personnel in health, physical education, safety, athletics, recreation and outdoor education have moved into positions of leadership knowing full well that fitness is their business. OPERATION FITNESS—U.S.A. has rapidly gained in acceptance and prestige; its various projects have been widely used and implemented; and the AAHPER role of stimulation of local efforts is showing promising results. AAHPER and all state units have worked closely with the President's Council on Youth Fitness in the gradual unfolding of a significant program of action. Complementing and supplementing leadership at the national level has been the enthusiastic local and state leadership and efforts—the real source of all strength and continuing action. The following brief report from the states will bear this out and may prove of value to those who seek ideas for the future. Appreciation is due to the state and local leaders who submitted reports for this round-up of fitness action.