Every year, Health Fitness Revolution recognizes politicians who choose to demonstrate healthy lifestyles for themselves, in addition to promoting physical activity within their communities. We recently published our new list of Top 40 Fittest U.S. Representatives 2020 as part of this effort to promote health and fitness in the U.S.
HFR founder and author of ReSYNC Your Life, Samir Becic intends to use this list to motivate the other United States Reps to be more active and fit in order to be the best ambassadors for their cities as possible. The wealth and prosperity of a nation are dependent on the health and physicality of its people. “Every politician in the United States who is physically fit and promotes a healthy lifestyle in order to improve the future of our nation has my vote, regardless of party. Furthermore, with the COVID-19 pandemic, fitness and a healthy lifestyle should be emphasized more than ever- a healthy body has a robust immune system. While the immune system may not protect you from contracting the virus, it will definitely help with the recovery. U.S. Representative Donna Shalala deserves recognition for being a great ambassador of a healthy lifestyle through example” Becic says.
Congratulations Congresswoman Donna Shalala on being one of the fittest congresspeople in America!
Fitness Profile
- Ran a 5k for breast cancer
- Walked to raise awareness for AIDS
- Served as the 18th United States Secretary of Health and Human Services under President Bill Clinton from 1993 to 2001
- In 1997, features a road map for a longer and healthier life, advice from Health and Human Services Secretary Donna Shalala, and a Guest Workout with Jack LaLanne.
- Supports that practicing moderate physical activity increases the quality of life
- Recommends 30-45 minutes a day of walking, bicycling, or even house/yard work.
- Hoped to implement this into American culture through familial norms, health professionals’ encouragement, and the support of businesses, community leaders and schools.
- Believes that great universities can help solve future health challenges
- Investments in science and technology will offer opportunities for future generations in the health industry