Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
The President of the United States has issued a proclamation recognizing May 2026 as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, highlighting the role of sports and fitness in demonstrating America's strength, discipline, and competitive spirit. The statement notes that physical dedication builds mental sharpness, strong will, and character—qualities essential to meeting national challenges.
The proclamation reaffirms the administration’s commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles and expanding access to athletic opportunities so every American can compete and succeed. It highlights the signing of an Executive Order revitalizing the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition and reestablishing the Presidential Fitness Test to prioritize fitness and nutrition nationwide.
It also details efforts to restore integrity and fairness in sports, including an Executive Order to keep men out of women’s athletics, aiming to protect equal opportunity for women and girls. Additional executive actions focus on preserving and expanding scholarships and roster opportunities for student athletes and enforcing consistent rules about eligibility, transfers, and compensation in college athletics.
Looking ahead, the proclamation notes that over the next three years, the United States will host major sporting events such as the Presidents Cup, FIFA World Cup, and the Olympic Games. These events are expected to inspire fitness aspirations and highlight the unifying power of sports.
To mark the 250th anniversary of the nation’s independence, the administration plans to host the Patriot Games in the fall, an event bringing together young male and female participants and emphasizing youth involvement in athletics.