NEW PARENTS BROCHURE TOUTS THE FITNESS EQUATION

RESTON, VA, September 22, 1999
The Chocolate Manufacturers Association and the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) have teamed up to publish a new advocacy brochure for parents. Called "The Fitness Equation," the brochure stresses the importance of physical activity and a balanced diet.

"NASPE has a mission to guarantee every child in America the best possible health insurance: the opportunity to learn and participate in a healthy, physically active lifestyle," said Judy Young, NASPE Executive Director. "To achieve this goal, we must educate the whole child, both the mind and the body. Every child needs a quality physical education program, at least an hour of physical activity every day, daily recess in elementary school, and a nutritionally balanced diet based on the USDA Food Pyramid."

"Back to school and PTA meetings, community service events and health fairs are perfect opportunities for physical education teachers to share this valuable information with parents," she added.

For a free copy of the brochure, send a stamped, self-addressed envelope to: "The Fitness Equation," NASPE, 1900 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191.

To order multiple copies of the brochure, call 1-800-321-0789. Stock number 304-10231. The price for a package of 50 is $12.50 for NASPE/AAHPERD members and $15 for non-members.

For more information, contact:
Paula Keyes Kun (703) 476-3461

Learn more about the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) at www.aahperd.org, the web site of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (AAHPERD). NASPE is the largest of AAHPERDís six national associations. A nonprofit membership organization of over 25,000 professionals in the fitness and physical activity fields, NASPE is the only national association dedicated to strengthening basic knowledge about sport and physical education among professionals and the general public. Putting that knowledge into action in schools and communities across the nation is critical to improved academic performance, social reform and the health of individuals.