Event News Archives - Michigan Fitness Foundation

Michigan Students Go Wild for Walk to School Day

LANSING, MI — Michigan students will be joining schoolchildren from around the world to celebrate International Walk to School Day (W2SD) on Wednesday, October 2. This year’s theme, “Take a Walk on the Wild Side” – encourages students, parents, teachers, and community leaders to engage in fun, themed activities on their school commute. Nearly 300 [...]

Celebrate Cars & Cardio at the Auto Show 5K

Revel in all things cars and cardio! Join the Michigan Fitness Foundation, Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness, Health and Sports, and Crim Fitness Foundation for the 7th annual Auto Show 5K Run/Walk on Detroit’s Dequindre Cut (Saturday, January 19). The Auto Show 5K helps celebrate the opening of the North American International Auto Show and [...]

Active Senior Award winner, Fred Winter, do push ups on stage at the GFA Gala.

Governor’s Fitness Awards Nomination Deadline Extended

The Michigan Fitness Foundation's Governor's Fitness Awards (GFA) nomination deadline has been extended to January 3, 2019. The GFAs honor inspirational individuals and organizations for their pursuit, commitment, and dedication to health and wellness. By extending the deadline, the GFA Committee offers Michigan residents and employers the unique opportunity to participate in the nomination process [...]

Students Ride Together for Bike to School Day

More than 175 schools in Michigan will join students around the country in observing the 7th Annual Bike to School Day on Wednesday, May 9th. Thousands of Michigan students, along with their parents, teachers, and community leaders, are expected to participate. Wednesday's event is organized by the Michigan Fitness Foundation (MFF) and the Safe Routes [...]

Walk to School Day

More than 300 schools in Michigan will join students around the country to celebrate Walk to School Day on Wednesday, October 4.