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As a member of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the professional health and fitness community, I’m committed to encouraging physical activity for the health benefits it brings all people. As we prepare to observe the inaugural Exercise is Medicine Month (May), the case is compelling.

• Exercise and physical activity are medicine indeed, helping to prevent or treat numerous chronic conditions such as hypertension, cardiac disease and diabetes.

• Research shows significant health benefits for those who engage in at least 30 minutes of moderate physical a...