National Women’s Health & Fitness Day

National Women’s Health & Fitness Day is the nation’s largest annual health promotion event for women of all ages. This awareness day is always held on the last Wednesday in September. This unique national program focuses attention on the importance of regular physical activity and health awareness for women.

More than 500 groups across the country will host women’s health and fitness events at senior centers, hospitals, health clubs, park and recreation districts, local health and service organizations, schools, retirement communities, houses of worship, and other community locations. An estimated 50,000 to 75,000 women of all ages are expected to participate in these local activities.