Fitness is on the forefront of the minds of today’s leaders.  For they realize that the strength of our society is tantamount to how physically fit it is.  Being able to function in all realms will become a challenge for today’s and tomorrow generations if it keep on the same track of ever-increasing levels of obesity.

It’s been shown that roughly 68% of today’s adult population of the United States is overweight or obese.  Even the military is extremely concerned. Latest studies have shown that about 3/4 or today’s 17-24 year old’s cannot qualify for entry into the military, in part, because of their weight.  This has to change soon or even our national security may be at stake.

I’ve seen so many 1st responders that are overweight or obese and this is not good.  As one who served in both the Marines and the Los Angeles Police Department, I can say that things sure have changed for the worse in those areas.  I also believe that it’s going to take a dedicated group of individuals to get out and help educate the population so that they may get healthy and fit.

Being overweight or obese has many health-related issues too.  Cardiovascular-related diseases as well and mental issues are but two of the vast array of health problems.  I’m not going to get into that here.  We all know that they exist. And it’s not the problem of those that suffer from it either.  It’s a society problem.  When one part of the system is affected, the system as a whole is affected.  You and I are part of that system.

In comes The Weekly Fitness Challenge, founded by Executive Director Geoff Hampton, and it’s dedicated group of fitness and health leaders.  People such as Dr. Lori Shemek, Dr. Joe Kosterich, Dr. Michael Mantell, Trillia Newbell, Jerry McGowan, Michael Holtz, Susan Irby, Andria Elam, Candace Karu, Michael Scudder, Elisa Zied, Joe Lewis and many others… These people are on a mission to make a difference to the population of the world.  I am glad to be a part of this effort.

Now, this coming week in San Diego (January 6th and 7th), members of the team is going to rock it at the Jackie Robinson YMCA.  They are going to educate and motivate both young and old to benefits of living a healthy and fit lifestyle.  After a successful Knoxville, TN event, they are ready to bring it on again.  With an endorsement by San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders, The WFC is on a roll to make a difference to the lives of many.

If you are in the San Diego area, come on down to the Jackie Robinson YMCA this coming Friday and Saturday.  Heck, I might even do another pushup demonstration too.  Bring your learning caps as you’ll get the latest and greatest in information that will truly blast your fat away when put into play.  That, and changing how you think about health and fitness too.

The location is at 151 YMCA Way  San Diego, CA 92102 and their phone number is (619) 264-0144

You can also register here:The Weekly Fitness Challenge San Diego Event