Physical Fitness Award Program Physical fitness is important in the lives of all of us. But we sometimes neglect our physical health, only to realize how precious it is once it is gone. This activity is designed to encourage families and individuals of all ages to take part regularly in activities that promote health and physical fitness. Other benefits include increased personal discipline and positive self-image, weight control, release of unwanted stress, and family fun and communication. Activity Get from your ward physical activities specialist a copy of the Physical Fitness Awards Program (brochure PBAC0271) for each family member. Or make copies of the physical fitness activities chart and the physical fitness progress chart printed here for each family member. (Note: The physical fitness awards program is available through the Church distribution center in your area.) Activity Encourage each family member to participate in the physical fitness award program with the goal of earning a bronze, silver, or gold award certificate during a twelve-month period. You may also want to work together as a family for a family award certificate. Post the progress charts for each person in a place where everyone will be continually reminded of their commitment to physical health through regular physical activity. Additional Activities If you can arrange to, watch one or more of the excellent films available on physical fitness. What makes Millie Run? is excellent for women. Run Dick, Run Jane is good for all ages. Coronary Counterattack shows how vigorous aerobic activities help prevent heart disease. Check your stake or regional film library for these films. If these films are not available to you, contact sport clubs, libraries, or schools that may have similar films you could use. Add a 5,000- or 10,000-meter road race to the activities of your family reunion. Or enter a local or neighborhood road race as a family.