Welcome to the Governor's Council on Physical Activity & Health website.

About Us

The New Hampshire's Governor's Council on Physical Activity & Health was formed in 1991 by Executive Order of Governor Judd Gregg, and has been continued by those holding the Governor's office. The Council is charged with the responsibility of promoting a healthy, active lifestyle for all citizens of New Hampshire. The Governor's Council on Physical Activity & Health is comprised of representatives from state agencies, health care, the business community, education, older adult organizations and numerous organizations and individuals with an interest in promoting healthy active lifestyles.

Proclamation from the Honorable Judd Gregg, U.S. Senate
Former Governor of the State of New Hampshire and
Founder of the NH Governor's Council on Physical Fitness

"The Surgeon General's report on physical activity and health clearly links regular physical activity with numerous health benefits. As adults, it is important that we take responsibility for our own personal fitness. We must also take responsibility for our children's health by setting a good example, making physical activity a priority in our families and reaching out to other children in our communities through volunteer efforts with many youth sports and fitness organizations throughout our state. A physically active New Hampshire means a healthier and more prosperous state for us all."

The Governor's Council on Physical Activity & Health is not presently funded by the State of New Hampshire but relies on contributions and grants from the business community and various state and national organizations/agencies.

In 1995, the Council received $36,000 (Reebok price fixing award to the state) from the NH Attorney General's Office. These monies were appropriated in 1996 in the form of grants for community/school/older adult organization-based physical activity programs.

Other monies and in-kind services have been received over the years to fund and promote Council programs, projects and national conference fees for Council members.

If you would like more information on how to support the Governor's Council on Physical Activity & Health, please e-mail us at gcpah@nh.gov.

Mission

The Governor's Council on Physical Activity and Health promotes a healthy, active lifestyle through education and advocacy for a healthier New Hampshire.

Vision

Our New Hampshire communities embrace and support an active and healthy culture for all.