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Document No. 135396
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
4/24/90
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
10:00am 4/26/90
SUBJECT:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
CICCONI
WINSTON
DEMAREST
Pinkerton
P
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendation directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 10:00am Thursday,
April 26, 1990. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
good pl
of : 2d MARAS 25 06
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Smith/Blessey)
April 24, 1990
4 P. M.
FIT
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
SOUTH LAWN
TUESDAY, MAY 1, 1990
7:10 A.M.
Secretary Sullivan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Members of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness, honored guests, ladies
and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. It's a pleasure to be with all
of you -- especially the man who symbolizes physical fitness, my
friend, Arnold Schwarzenegger. //
( (You know, Arnold's even stronger than I thought he was.
Before we came out here, he bench-pressed the Federal budget. //
Which led me to ask one of my grand-kids: If Arnold can bench-
press 300 pounds, how come you can't pick your socks up off the
floor?) ) //
( (Arnold, I want to thank you for becoming Chairman of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness. And also for your other
offer. 11 I'm not saying what his role will be -- but Congress
can draw its own conclusions when I warn I might have to twist
some arms to get my legislation passsed. )) 11
This morning we're here for a special event -- The Great
American Workout -- which kicks off National Fitness and Sports
Month. 11 And today -- I hope this doesn't get me in trouble
over another vegetable -- today we're declaring war on the couch
potatoes. //
2
All of us have a stake in making exercise a part of
America's fitness -- and fitness a part of every American day.
No matter what your age, sex, or physical condition, The Great
American Workout can enhance the quality and longevity of each
American's life. 11
Just look at these ten workout stations; in a couple
moments, we'll be visiting them. One involves aerobic dancing //
( (Barbara hopes it'll improve my foxtrot.) ) Others are for
American pastimes like baseball, basketball, football, and, yes,
horseshoes. Arnold, in particular, can't wait for the martial
arts station. // And I'd like to give a special salute to the
heroes here representing the disabled and Special Olympics. Your
strength and determination inspire us all. //
The Great American Workout shows how fitness can reduce
heart disease and stroke. Lowering stress, blood pressure, and
cholesterol. Yet surveys show that only 40 percent of American
adults exercise regularly. And among our kids, fitness hasn't
improved over the last decade -- in fact, it's often declined.
One way to change that is by returning quality physical
education to our schools. Only one State now requires daily
phys. ed. in its schools from kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Let's make it fifty. // Also, let's pledge to eat a balanced
and nutritional diet. And avoid excessive alcohol and drug use.
11 Together, these steps can make America more competitive in
the classroom and factory as well as the playing field. Through
3
fitness, we can build a healthier America that's Number One
academically, economically, and athletically.
(( Speaking of excellence, a while ago a reporter said to me,
"What are you trying to prove by competing in so many sports?" I
told him I'm not trying to prove anything. // I just want to be
the first President to get his picture on a Wheaties box. )) //
The fact is, of course: I love to compete in athletics. As
do the kids at these workout stations -- kids from six to sixty-
five. Yes, fitness can be an individual activity. Or a family
affair. Either way, it can help create an America that
outperforms any Nation in the world.
Thank you to every participant. God bless the United
States. And it's my pleasure to officially proclaim National
Fitness Month. Now, to quote a great golfer who often dieted but
seldom exercised, Jackie Gleason: "A little traveling music." 11
Arnold, let's visit the workout stations of The Great American
Workout.
#
#
#
#
Document No. 135396
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
4/24/90
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
10:00am 4/26/90
SUBJECT:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
CICCONI
WINSTON
DEMAREST
Pinkerton
P
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendation directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 10:00am Thursday,
April 26, 1990. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
See I mide
90 : 11v 26 AAA 06
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Smith/Blessey)
April 24, 1990
4 P. M.
FIT
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
SOUTH LAWN
TUESDAY, MAY 1, 1990
7:10 A.M.
Secretary Sullivan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Members of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness, honored guests, ladies
and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. It's a pleasure to be with all
of you -- especially the man who symbolizes physical fitness, my
friend, Arnold Schwarzenegger. 11
( (You know, Arnold's even stronger than I thought he was.
Before we came out here, he bench-pressed the Federal budget. //
Which led me to ask one of my grand-kids: If Arnold can bench-
press 300 pounds, how come you can't pick your socks up off the
floor?) ) //
( (Arnold, I want to thank you for becoming Chairman of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness. And also for your other
offer. 11 I'm not saying what his role will be -- but Congress
can draw its own conclusions when I warn I might have to twist
some arms to get my legislation passsed. )) 11
This morning we're here for a special event -- The Great
American Workout -- which kicks off National Fitness and Sports
Month. 11 And today -- I hope this doesn't get me in trouble
over another vegetable -- today we're declaring war on couch
potatoes. //
2
All of us have a stake in making exercise a part of
America's fitness -- and fitness a part of every American day.
No matter what your age, sex, or physical condition, The Great
American Workout can enhance the quality and longevity of each
American's life. //
Just look at these ten workout stations; in a couple
moments, we'll be visiting them. One involves aerobic dancing 11
( (Barbara hopes it'll improve my foxtrot. )) Others are for
American pastimes like baseball, basketball, football, and, yes,
horseshoes. Arnold, in particular, can't wait for the martial
arts station. 11 And I'd like to give a special salute to the
heroes here representing the disabled and Special Olympics. Your
strength and determination inspire us all. 11
The Great American Workout shows how fitness can reduce
heart disease and stroke. Lowering stress, blood pressure, and
cholesterol. Yet surveys show that only 40 percent of American
adults exercise regularly. And among our kids, fitness hasn't
improved over the last decade -- in fact, it's often declined.
One way to change that is by returning quality physical
education to our schools. Only one State now requires daily
phys. ed. in its schools from kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Let's make it fifty. // Also, let's pledge to eat a balanced
and nutritional diet And avoid excessive alcohol and drug use.
11 Together, these steps can make America more competitive in
the classroom and factory as well as the playing field. Through
lends should be told to
avoid alchol X drugs
3
fitness, we can build a healthier America that's Number One
academically, economically, and athletically.
( (Speaking of excellence, a while ago a reporter said to me,
fine
"What are you trying to prove by competing in SO many sports?" I
told him I'm not trying to prove anything. // I just want to be
the first President to get his picture on a Wheaties box. )) //
The fact is, of course: I love to compete in athletics. As
do the kids at these workout stations -- kids from six to sixty-
five. Yes, fitness can be an individual activity. Or a family
affair. Either way, it can help create an America that
outperforms any Nation in the world.
Thank you to every participant. God bless the United
States. And it's my pleasure to officially proclaim National
Fitness Month. Now, to quote a great golfer who often dieted but
Blah
seldom exercised, Jackie Gleason: "A little traveling music." //
Arnold, let's visit the workout stations of The Great American
Workout.
+ + + +
Document No. 135396
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
4/24/90
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
10:00am 4/26/90
SUBJECT:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
CICCONI
WINSTON
DEMAREST
Dinkerton
R
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendation directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 10:00am Thursday,
April 26, 1990. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
smallot
MAR 25 P4:34
Assistant James to W. the Cicconi President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
to
Ext. 2702
(Smith/Blessey)
April 24, 1990
4 P. M.
FIT
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
SOUTH LAWN
TUESDAY, MAY 1, 1990
7:10 A.M.
Secretary Sullivan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Members of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness, honored guests, ladies
and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. It's a pleasure to be with all
of you -- especially the man who symbolizes physical fitness, my
friend, Arnold Schwarzenegger. //
( (You know, Arnold's even stronger than I thought he was.
Before we came out here, he bench-pressed the Federal budget. //
Which led me to ask one of my grand-kids: If Arnold can bench-
press 300 pounds, how come you can't pick your socks up off the
floor?) ) 11
( (Arnold, I want to thank you for becoming Chairman of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness. And also for your other
offer. 11 I'm not saying what his role will be -- but Congress
can draw its own conclusions when I warn I might have to twist
some arms to get my legislation passsed. )) 11
This morning we're here for a special event -- The Great
American Workout -- which kicks off National Fitness and Sports
Month. // And today -- I hope this doesn't get me in trouble
over another vegetable -- today we're declaring war on couch
potatoes. //
2
All of us have a stake in making exercise a part of
America's fitness -- and fitness a part of every American day.
No matter what your age, sex, or physical condition, The Great
American Workout can enhance the quality and longevity of each
American's life. //
Just look at these ten workout stations; in a couple
moments, we'll be visiting them. One involves aerobic dancing //
( (Barbara hopes it'll improve my foxtrot. )) Others are for
American pastimes like baseball, basketball, football, and, yes,
horseshoes. Arnold, in particular, can't wait for the martial
arts station. // And I'd like to give a special salute to the
heroes here representing the disabled and Special Olympics. Your
strength and determination inspire us all. //
The Great American Workout shows how fitness can reduce
heart disease and stroke. Lowering stress, blood pressure, and
cholesterol. Yet surveys show that only 40 percent of American
adults exercise regularly. And among our kids, fitness hasn't
improved over the last decade -- in fact, it's often declined.
One way to change that is by returning quality physical
education to our schools. Only one State now requires daily
phys. ed. in its schools from kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Let's make it fifty. // Also, let's pledge to eat a balanced
and nutritional diet. And avoid excessive alcohol and drug use.
// Together, these steps can make America more competitive in
the classroom and factory as well as the playing field. Through
3
fitness, we can build a healthier America that's Number One
academically, economically, and athletically.
( (Speaking of excellence, a while ago a reporter said to me,
"What are you trying to prove by competing in so many sports?" I
told him I'm not trying to prove anything. // I just want to be
the first President to get his picture on a Wheaties box. )) //
The fact is, of course: I love to compete in athletics. As
do the kids at these workout stations -- kids from six to sixty-
five. Yes, fitness can be an individual activity. Or a family
affair. Either way, it can help create an America that
outperforms any Nation in the world.
Thank you to every participant. God bless the United
States. And it's my pleasure to officially proclaim National
Fitness Month. Now, to quote a great golfer who often dieted but
seldom exercised, Jackie Gleason: "A little traveling music." 11
Arnold, let's visit the workout stations of The Great American
Workout.
# # # #
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 26, 1990
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
JIM PINKERTON Q
SUBJECT:
Fitness Month Draft
The jokes are good.
Two comments:
pg. 2, para. 4, line 4 "Let's make it fifty. "
Rae Nelson agrees with me that this reference to
physical education programs is too heavy handed. Let's
talk about encouraging, not mandating.
pg. 2, para. 4, line 5 "And avoid excessive alcohol
and drug use."
The word "excessive" seems to apply here to drug use as
well as alcohol. The sentence should be rephrased to make
clear that the President means no drug use whatsoever.
###
01 : Olv 26 MAR 06
Document No. 135396
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
4/24/90
DATE:
10:00am 4/26/90
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
SUBJECT:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
CICCONI
WINSTON
DEMAREST
Pinkerton
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendation directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 10:00am Thursday,
April 26, 1990. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
See suggested comments made Ha by the Council.
Thanks. Holly Williamson
4-26-90
(Smith/Blessey)
April 24, 1990
4 P. M.
FIT
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
SOUTH LAWN
TUESDAY, MAY 1, 1990
7:10 A.M.
Secretary Sullivan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Members of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness, honored guests, ladies
and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. It's a pleasure to be with all
of you -- especially the man who symbolizes physical fitness, my
friend, Arnold Schwarzenegger. //
( (You know, Arnold's even stronger than I thought he was.
Before we came out here, he bench-pressed the Federal budget. 11
Which led me to ask one of my grand-kids: If Arnold can bench-
press 300 pounds, how come you can't pick your socks up off the
floor?) ) 11
( (Arnold, I want to thank you for becoming Chairman of the
andsports.
President's Council on Physical FitnessA And also for your other
offer. 11 I'm not saying what his role will be -- but Congress
can draw its own conclusions when I warn I might have to twist
some arms to get my legislation passsed. )) //
This morning we're here for a special event -- The Great
American Workout -- which kicks off National physical Fitness and Sports
Month. // And today -- I hope this doesn't get me in trouble
over another vegetable -- today we're declaring war on couch
potatoes. //
2
All of us have a stake in making exercise a part of
America's fitness -- and fitness a part of every American day.
No matter what your age, sex, or physical condition, The Great
American Workout can enhance the quality and longevity of each
American's life. //
twelve
Just look at these ten workout stations; in a couple
moments, we'll be visiting them. One involves aerobic dancing 11
( (Barbara hopes it'll improve my foxtrot.) ) Others are for
American pastimes like baseball, basketball, football, and, yes,
horseshoes. Arnold, in particular, can't wait for the martial
arts station. // And I'd like to give a special salute to the
heroes here representing the disabled and Special Olympics. Your
strength and determination inspire us all. //
The Great American Workout shows how fitness can reduce
heart disease and stroke. Lowering stress, blood pressure, and
cholesterol. Yet surveys show that only 40 percent of American
adults exercise regularly. And among our kids, fitness hasn't
improved over the last decade -- in fact, it's even often declined
in some
cases.
One way to change that is by returning quality physical
education to our schools. Only one State now requires daily
phys. ed. in its schools from kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Let's make it fifty. // Also, let's pledge to eat a balanced
and nutritional diet. And avoid excessive alcohol and drug use.
11 Together, these steps can make America more competitive in
the classroom and factory as well as. the playing field. Through
3
fitness, we can build a healthier America that's Number One
academically, economically, and athletically.
(( Speaking of excellence, a while ago a reporter said to me,
"What are you trying to prove by competing in so many sports?" I
told him I'm not trying to prove anything. // I just want to be
the first President to get his picture on a Wheaties box. )) 11
The fact is, of course: I love to compete in athletics. As
do the kids at these workout stations -- kids from six to sixty-
five. Yes, fitness can be an individual activity. or a family
affair. Either way, it can help create an America that
outperforms any Nation in the world.
Thank you to every participant. God bless the United
1
States. andsports And it's my pleasure to officially proclaim National Physical
Fitness/Month. Now, to quote a great golfer who often dieted but
seldom exercised, Jackie Gleason: "A little traveling music." //
Arnold, let's visit the workout stations of The Great American
Workout.
# # # #
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 25, 1990
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
DEPUTY ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT
FOR COMMUNICATIONS
FROM:
JEFFREY R. HOLMSTEAD
Ad
ASSISTANT COUNSEL TO THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Fitness Month
Counsel's Office makes no legal objection to the above-referenced
draft remarks. On the attached draft, I have made several
editorial suggestions for your consideration.
Thank you for the opportunity to review this matter.
CC: James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President and
Deputy to the Chief of Staff
1211 : 6v 26 MAR 06
Document No. 135396
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
4/24/90
10:00am 4/26/90
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
CICCONI
WINSTON
DEMAREST
Dinkerton
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendation directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 10:00am Thursday,
April 26, 1990. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Smith/Blessey)
April 24, 1990
4 P. M.
FIT
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
SOUTH LAWN
TUESDAY, MAY 1, 1990
7:10 A.M.
Secretary Sullivan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Members of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness, honored guests, ladies
and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. It's a pleasure to be with all
of you -- especially the man who symbolizes physical fitness, my
friend, Arnold Schwarzenegger. //
((You know, Arnold's even stronger than I thought he was.
Before we came out here, he bench-pressed the Federal budget. //
Which led me to ask one of my grand-kids: If Arnold can bench-
press 300 pounds, how come you can't pick your socks up off the
floor?) )) 11
( (Arnold, I want to thank you for becoming Chairman of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness. And also for your other
offer. 11 I'm not saying what his role will be -- but Congress
can draw its own conclusions when I warn I might have to twist
some arms to get my legislation passsed. )) 11
This morning we're here for a special event -- The Great
American Workout -- which kicks off National Fitness and Sports
Month. 11 And today -- I hope this doesn't get me in trouble
over another vegetable -- today we're declaring war on couch
potatoes. //
2
All of us have a stake in making exercise a part of
America's fitness -- and fitness a part of every American day.
No matter what your age, sex, or physical condition, The Great
American Workout can enhance the quality and longevity of each
American's life. //
Just look at these ten workout stations; in a couple
moments, we'll be visiting them. One involves aerobic dancing 11
( (Barbara hopes it'll improve my foxtrot.) Others are for
American pastimes like baseball, basketball, football, and, yes,
horseshoes. Arnold, in particular, can't wait for the martial
arts station. 11 And I'd like to give a special salute to the
heroes here representing the disabled and Special Olympics. Your
strength and determination inspire us all. 11
The Great American Workout shows how fitness can reduce
heart disease and stroke. Lowering stress, blood pressure, and
cholesterol. Yet surveys show that only 40 percent of American
adults exercise regularly. And among our kids, fitness hasn't
improved over the last decade -- in fact, it's often declined.
One way to change that is by returning quality physical
education to our schools. Only one State now requires daily
phys. ed. in its schools from kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Let's make it fifty. 11 Also, let's pledge to eat a balanced
and nutritional diet; And to avoid excessive alcohol and drug use. say no
use; and ot couse to
// Together, these steps can make America more competitive in to
the classroom and factory as well as "the playing field. Through
drugs.
the business
world,
3
fitness, we can build a healthier America that's Number One
academically, economically, and athletically.
" Speaking of excellence, a while ago a reporter said to me,
"What are you trying to prove by competing in so many sports?" I
told him I'm not trying to prove anything. 11 I just want to be
the first President to get his picture on a Wheaties box. )) //
The fact is, of course: I love to compete in athletics. As
do the kids at these workout stations -- kids from six to sixty-
five. Yes, fitness can be an individual activity. Or a family
affair. Either way, it can help create an America that
outperforms any Nation in the world.
Thank you to every participant. God bless the United
States. And it's my pleasure to officially proclaim National
Fitness Month. Now, to quote a great golfer who often dieted but
seldom exercised, Jackie Gleason: "A little traveling music." 11
Arnold, let's visit the workout stations of The Great American
Workout.
+ + + +
FITNESS MONTH / SOUTH LAWN
TUESDAY, MAY 1, 1990 / 7:10 A.M.
SECRETARY SULLIVAN, ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER, MEMBERS
OF THE PRESIDENT'S COUNCIL ON PHYSICAL FITNESS AND
SPORTS, HONORED GUESTS, LADIES AND GENTLEMEN.
WELCOME TO THE WHITE HOUSE. It's A PLEASURE TO BE
WITH ALL OF YOU -- ESPECIALLY THE MAN WHO SYMBOLIZES
PHYSICAL FITNESS, MY FRIEND, ARNOLD Schwarzenegger. //
- 2 -
((You KNOW, ARNOLD'S EVEN STRONGER THAN I THOUGHT
HE WAS. BEFORE WE CAME OUT HERE, HE BENCH-PRESSED THE
FEDERAL BUDGET. // WHICH LED ME TO ASK ONE OF MY
GRAND-KIDS: IF ARNOLD CAN BENCH-PRESS 300 POUNDS, HOW
COME YOU CAN'T PICK YOUR SOCKS UP OFF THE FLOOR?)) //
((ARNOLD, I WANT TO THANK YOU FOR BECOMING CHAIRMAN
OF THE PRESIDENT'S COUNCIL ON PHYSICAL FITNESS AND
SPORTS. AND ALSO FOR YOUR OTHER OFFER. //
- 3 -
I'M NOT SAYING WHAT HIS ROLE WILL BE -- BUT CONGRESS
CAN DRAW ITS OWN CONCLUSIONS WHEN I WARN I MIGHT HAVE
TO TWIST SOME ARMS TO GET MY LEGISLATION PASSSED.)) //
THIS MORNING WE'RE HERE FOR A SPECIAL EVENT -- THE
GREAT AMERICAN WORKOUT -- WHICH KICKS OFF NATIONAL
PHYSICAL FITNESS AND SPORTS MONTH. // AND TODAY -- I
HOPE THIS DOESN'T GET ME IN TROUBLE OVER ANOTHER
VEGETABLE -- TODAY WE'RE DECLARING WAR ON COUCH
POTATOES. //
- 4 -
-
ALL OF US HAVE A STAKE IN MAKING EXERCISE A PART OF
AMERICA'S FITNESS -- AND FITNESS A PART OF EVERY
AMERICAN DAY. No MATTER WHAT YOUR AGE, SEX, OR
PHYSICAL CONDITION, THE GREAT AMERICAN WORKOUT CAN
ENHANCE THE QUALITY AND LONGEVITY OF EACH AMERICAN'S
LIFE. //
JUST LOOK AT THESE WORKOUT STATIONS; IN A COUPLE
MOMENTS, WE'LL BE VISITING THEM. ONE INVOLVES AEROBIC
DANCING. //
- 5 -
OTHERS ARE FOR AMERICAN PASTIMES LIKE BASEBALL (VINEGAR
BEND, DID YOU GET BASEBALL IN HERE?), BASKETBALL,
FOOTBALL, AND, YES, HORSESHOES. ARNOLD, IN PARTICULAR,
CAN'T WAIT FOR THE MARTIAL ARTS STATION. // AND I'D
LIKE TO GIVE A SPECIAL SALUTE TO THE HEROES HERE
REPRESENTING THE DISABLED AND SPECIAL OLYMPICS. YOUR
STRENGTH AND DETERMINATION INSPIRE US ALL. //
THE GREAT AMERICAN WORKOUT SHOWS HOW FITNESS CAN
REDUCE HEART DISEASE AND STROKE.
-- 6 -
LOWERING STRESS, BLOOD PRESSURE, AND CHOLESTEROL. YET
SURVEYS SHOW THAT ONLY 40 PERCENT OF AMERICAN ADULTS
EXERCISE REGULARLY. AND AMONG OUR KIDS, FITNESS HASN'T
IMPROVED OVER THE LAST DECADE -- IN FACT, IT'S EVEN
DECLINED IN SOME CASES.
ONE WAY TO CHANGE THAT IS BY PLACING NEW EMPHASIS
ON QUALITY PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN OUR SCHOOLS. ONLY ONE
STATE NOW REQUIRES DAILY PHYS. ED. IN ITS SCHOOLS FROM
KINDERGARTEN THROUGH TWELFTH GRADE.
- 7 -
LET'S ENCOURAGE ALL FIFTY. // ALSO, LET'S PLEDGE To
EAT A BALANCED AND NUTRITIONAL DIET; AVOID EXCESSIVE
ALCOHOL USE; AND, OF COURSE, SAY NO TO DRUGS. //
TOGETHER, THESE STEPS CAN MAKE AMERICA MORE COMPETITIVE
IN THE CLASSROOM AND FACTORY AS WELL AS ON THE PLAYING
FIELD. THROUGH FITNESS, WE CAN BUILD A HEALTHIER
AMERICA THAT'S NUMBER ONE ACADEMICALLY, ECONOMICALLY,
AND ATHLETICALLY.
-
- 8 -
((SPEAKING OF EXCELLENCE, A WHILE AGO A REPORTER
SAID TO ME, "WHAT ARE YOU TRYING TO PROVE BY COMPETING
IN so MANY SPORTS?" I TOLD HIM I'M NOT TRYING TO PROVE
ANYTHING. // I JUST WANT TO BE THE FIRST PRESIDENT TO
GET HIS PICTURE ON A WHEATIES Box.)) //
THE FACT IS, OF COURSE: I LOVE SPORTS. As DO THE
KIDS AT THESE WORKOUT STATIONS -- KIDS FROM SIX TO
SIXTY-FIVE. YES, FITNESS CAN BE AN INDIVIDUAL
ACTIVITY. OR A FAMILY AFFAIR.
- 9 -
EITHER WAY, IT CAN HELP CREATE AN AMERICA THAT
OUTPERFORMS ANY NATION IN THE WORLD.
THANK YOU TO EVERY PARTICIPANT. GOD BLESS THE
UNITED STATES. AND IT'S MY PLEASURE TO OFFICIALLY
PROCLAIM NATIONAL PHYSICAL FITNESS AND SPORTS MONTH.
Now, TO QUOTE A GREAT GOLFER WHO OFTEN DIETED BUT
SELDOM EXERCISED, JACKIE GLEASON: "A LITTLE TRAVELING
MUSIC." // ARNOLD, LET'S VISIT THE WORKOUT STATIONS OF
THE GREAT AMERICAN WORKOUT.
# # # #
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 26, 1990
INFORMATION
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
CURT SMITH
is
SUBJECT:
GREAT AMERICAN WORKOUT REMARKS
I. SUMMARY
On Tuesday, May 1, at 7:10 a.m., you will address about 400
participants and guests of The Great American Workout on the
South Lawn. Chairman Arnold Schwarzenegger and Secretary
Sullivan will accompany you on the dais.
II. DISCUSSION
The attached remarks (5 minutes, speechcards) encourage all
Americans, young and old, to exercise. This event also kicks off
National Fitness Month.
22:23 26 MAR 06
(Smith/Blessey)
April 26, 1990
12:30 P.M.
FIT
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
SOUTH LAWN
TUESDAY, MAY 1, 1990
7:10 A.M.
Secretary Sullivan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Members of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness, honored guests, ladies
and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. It's a pleasure to be with all
of you -- especially the man who symbolizes physical fitness, my
friend, Arnold Schwarzenegger. //
((You know, Arnold's even stronger than I thought he was.
Before we came out here, he bench-pressed the Federal budget. //
Which led me to ask one of my grand-kids: If Arnold can bench-
press 300 pounds, how come you can't pick your socks up off the
floor?)) //
((Arnold, I want to thank you for becoming Chairman of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. And also for
your other offer. // I'm not saying what his role will be -- but
Congress can draw its own conclusions when I warn I might have to
twist some arms to get my legislation passsed.) ) //
This morning we're here for a special event -- The Great
American Workout -- which kicks off National Physical Fitness and
Sports Month. // And today -- I hope this doesn't get me in
trouble over another vegetable -- today we're declaring war on
couch potatoes. //
2
All of us have a stake in making exercise a part of
America's fitness -- and fitness a part of every American day.
No matter what your age, sex, or physical condition, The Great
American Workout can enhance the quality and longevity of each
American's life. //
Just look at these workout stations; in a couple moments,
we'll be visiting them. One involves aerobic dancing //
((Barbara hopes it'll improve my foxtrot.)) Others are for
American pastimes like baseball, basketball, football, and, yes,
horseshoes. Arnold, in particular, can't wait for the martial
arts station. // And I'd like to give a special salute to the
heroes here representing the disabled and Special Olympics. Your
strength and determination inspire us all. //
The Great American Workout shows how fitness can reduce
heart disease and stroke. Lowering stress, blood pressure, and
cholesterol. Yet surveys show that only 40 percent of American
adults exercise regularly. And among our kids, fitness hasn't
improved over the last decade -- in fact, it's even declined in
some cases.
One way to change that is by placing new emphasis on quality
physical education in our schools. Only one State now requires
daily phys. ed. in its schools from kindergarten through twelfth
grade. Let's encourage all fifty. // Also, let's pledge to eat
a balanced and nutritional diet; avoid excessive alcohol use;
and, of course, say no to drugs. // Together, these steps can
make America more competitive in the classroom and factory as
3
well as on the playing field. Through fitness, we can build a
healthier America that's Number One academically, economically,
and athletically.
( (Speaking of excellence, a while ago a reporter said to me,
"What are you trying to prove by competing in so many sports?" I
told him I'm not trying to prove anything. // I just want to be
the first President to get his picture on a Wheaties box. )) //
The fact is, of course: I love sports. As do the kids at
these workout stations -- kids from six to sixty-five. Yes,
fitness can be an individual activity. or a family affair.
Either way, it can help create an America that outperforms any
Nation in the world.
Thank you to every participant. God bless the United
States. And it's my pleasure to officially proclaim National
Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Now, to quote a great golfer
who often dieted but seldom exercised, Jackie Gleason: "A little
traveling music." // Arnold, let's visit the workout stations of
The Great American Workout.
#
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#
#
Document No. 135396
1000
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM 1010
1025
90 MAR 25 A8: 13
4/24/90
DATE:
10:00am 4/26/90
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
SUBJECT:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE comere
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS coming
CICCONI
WINSTON
DEMAREST
Pinkerton
P
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendation directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 10:00am Thursday,
April 26, 1990. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Smith/Blessey)
April 24, 1990
4 P. M.
FIT
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
SOUTH LAWN
TUESDAY, MAY 1, 1990
7:10 A.M.
Secretary Sullivan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Members of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness, honored guests, ladies
and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. It's a pleasure to be with all
of you -- especially the man who symbolizes physical fitness, my
friend, Arnold Schwarzenegger. //
( (You know, Arnold's even stronger than I thought he was.
Before we came out here, he bench-pressed the Federal budget. //
Which led me to ask one of my grand-kids: If Arnold can bench-
press 300 pounds, how come you can't pick your socks up off the
floor?) ) //
( (Arnold, I want to thank you for becoming Chairman of the
and Sports.
President's Council on Physical Fitness. And also for your other
offer. // I'm not saying what his role will be -- but Congress
can draw its own conclusions when I warn I might have to twist
some arms to get my legislation passsed. )) //
This morning we're here for a special event -- The Great
Physical
American Workout -- which kicks off National Fitness and Sports
Month. // And today -- I hope this doesn't get me in trouble
over another vegetable -- today we're declaring war on couch
potatoes. //
2
All of us have a stake in making exercise a part of
America's fitness -- and fitness a part of every American day.
No matter what your age, sex, or physical condition, The Great
American Workout can enhance the quality and longevity of each
American's life. //
twelve
Just look at these ten workout stations; in a couple
moments, we'll be visiting them. One involves aerobic dancing //
( (Barbara hopes it'll improve my foxtrot. )) Others are for
American pastimes like baseball, basketball, football, and, yes,
horseshoes. Arnold, in particular, can't wait for the martial
arts station. // And I'd like to give a special salute to the
heroes here representing the disabled and Special Olympics. Your
strength and determination inspire us all. //
The Great American Workout shows how fitness can reduce
heart disease and stroke. Lowering stress, blood pressure, and
cholesterol. Yet surveys show that only 40 percent of American
adults exercise regularly. And among our kids, fitness hasn't
improved over the last decade -- in fact, it's often even declined. cases.
in some
One way to change that is by returning quality physical
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phys. ed. in its schools from kindergarten through twelfth grade.
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fitness, we can build a healthier America that's Number One
academically, economically, and athletically.
(( (Speaking of excellence, a while ago a reporter said to me,
"What are you trying to prove by competing in so many sports?" I
told him I'm not trying to prove anything. // I just want to be
the first President to get his picture on a Wheaties box.)) //
The fact is, of course: I love to compete in athletics. As
do the kids at these workout stations -- kids from six to sixty-
five. Yes, fitness can be an individual activity. Or a family
affair. Either way, it can help create an America that
outperforms any Nation in the world.
Thank you to every participant. God bless the United
States. And it's my pleasure to officially proclaim National Physical
and Sports
Fitness Month. Now, to quote a great golfer who often dieted but
seldom exercised, Jackie Gleason: "A little traveling music." //
Arnold, let's visit the workout stations of The Great American
Workout.
# # # #
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 25, 1990
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
ROGER B. PORTER RBP
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: Fitness Month
We have reviewed the attached draft and have no suggested
changes from a policy standpoint. We approve of the draft
remarks in their current form.
CC: James W. Cicconi
90 MAR 25 AlO : 46
Document No. 135396
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
4/24/90
10:00am 4/26/90
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
SUBJECT:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BATES
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
CICCONI
WINSTON
DEMAREST
Pinkerton
R
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please provide your comments/recommendation directly to Chriss
Winston's office with a copy to my office by 10:00am Thursday,
April 26, 1990. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Smith/Blessey)
April 24, 1990
4 P. M.
FIT
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
SOUTH LAWN
TUESDAY, MAY 1, 1990
7:10 A.M.
Secretary Sullivan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Members of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness, honored guests, ladies
and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. It's a pleasure to be with all
of you -- especially the man who symbolizes physical fitness, my
friend, Arnold Schwarzenegger. //
( (You know, Arnold's even stronger than I thought he was.
Before we came out here, he bench-pressed the Federal budget. //
Which led me to ask one of my grand-kids: If Arnold can bench-
press 300 pounds, how come you can't pick your socks up off the
floor?) ) //
( (Arnold, I want to thank you for becoming Chairman of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness. And also for your other
offer. // I'm not saying what his role will be -- but Congress
can draw its own conclusions when I warn I might have to twist
some arms to get my legislation passsed. )) //
This morning we're here for a special event -- The Great
American Workout -- which kicks off National Fitness and Sports
Month. // And today -- I hope this doesn't get me in trouble
over another vegetable -- today we're declaring war on couch
potatoes. //
2
All of us have a stake in making exercise a part of
America's fitness -- and fitness a part of every American day.
No matter what your age, sex, or physical condition, The Great
American Workout can enhance the quality and longevity of each
American's life. //
Just look at these ten workout stations; in a couple
moments, we'll be visiting them. One involves aerobic dancing //
( (Barbara hopes it'll improve my foxtrot.) Others are for
American pastimes like baseball, basketball, football, and, yes,
horseshoes. Arnold, in particular, can't wait for the martial
arts station. // And I'd like to give a special salute to the
heroes here representing the disabled and Special Olympics. Your
strength and determination inspire us all. //
The Great American Workout shows how fitness can reduce
heart disease and stroke. Lowering stress, blood pressure, and
cholesterol. Yet surveys show that only 40 percent of American
adults exercise regularly. And among our kids, fitness hasn't
improved over the last decade -- in fact, it's often declined.
One way to change that is by returning quality physical
education to our schools. Only one State now requires daily
phys. ed. in its schools from kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Let's make it fifty. // Also, let's pledge to eat a balanced
and nutritional diet. And avoid excessive alcohol and drug use.
// Together, these steps can make America more competitive in
the classroom and factory as well as the playing field. Through
3
fitness, we can build a healthier America that's Number One
academically, economically, and athletically.
( (Speaking of excellence, a while ago a reporter said to me,
"What are you trying to prove by competing in so many sports?" I
told him I'm not trying to prove anything. // I just want to be
the first President to get his picture on a Wheaties box. )) //
The fact is, of course: I love to compete in athletics. As
do the kids at these workout stations -- kids from six to sixty-
five. Yes, fitness can be an individual activity. Or a family
affair. Either way, it can help create an America that
outperforms any Nation in the world.
Thank you to every participant. God bless the United
States. And it's my pleasure to officially proclaim National
Fitness Month. Now, to quote a great golfer who often dieted but
seldom exercised, Jackie Gleason: "A little traveling music." //
Arnold, let's visit the workout stations of The Great American
Workout.
# # # #
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
April 26, 1990
1990 APR 26 PM 3. 00
INFORMATION
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
on
THROUGH:
CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
CURT SMITH
is
SUBJECT:
GREAT AMERICAN WORKOUT REMARKS
I. SUMMARY
On Tuesday, May 1, at 7:10 a.m., you will address about 400
participants and guests of The Great American Workout on the
South Lawn. Chairman Arnold Schwarzenegger and Secretary
Sullivan will accompany you on the dais.
II. DISCUSSION
The attached remarks (5 minutes, speechcards) encourage all
Americans, young and old, to exercise. This event also kicks off
National Fitness Month.
90 MAR 27 A8:17
(Smith/Blessey)
April 26, 1990
12:30 P.M.
FIT
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: FITNESS MONTH
SOUTH LAWN
TUESDAY, MAY 1, 1990
7:10 A.M.
Secretary Sullivan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Members of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness, honored guests, ladies
and gentlemen.
Welcome to the White House. It's a pleasure to be with all
of you -- especially the man who symbolizes physical fitness, my
friend, Arnold Schwarzenegger. //
( (You know, Arnold's even stronger than I thought he was.
Before we came out here, he bench-pressed the Federal budget. //
Which led me to ask one of my grand-kids: If Arnold can bench-
press 300 pounds, how come you can't pick your socks up off the
floor?) ) //
((Arnold, I want to thank you for becoming Chairman of the
President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. And also for
your other offer. // I'm not saying what his role will be -- but
Congress can draw its own conclusions when I warn I might have to
twist some arms to get my legislation passsed.) ) //
This morning we're here for a special event -- The Great
American Workout -- which kicks off National Physical Fitness and
Sports Month. // And today -- I hope this doesn't get me in
trouble over another vegetable -- today we're declaring war on
couch potatoes. //
2
All of us have a stake in making exercise a part of
America's fitness -- and fitness a part of every American day.
No matter what your age, sex, or physical condition, The Great
American Workout can enhance the quality and longevity of each
American's life. //
Just look at these workout stations; in a couple moments,
we'll be visiting them. One involves aerobic dancing //
( (Barbara hopes it 11 improve my fextret. )) Others are for
(Vinigar Bend did you get baseball in we ?
)
American pastimes like baseball basketball, football, and, yes,
horseshoes. Arnold, in particular, can't wait for the martial
arts station. // And I'd like to give a special salute to the
heroes here representing the disabled and Special Olympics. Your
strength and determination inspire us all. //
The Great American Workout shows how fitness can reduce
heart disease and stroke. Lowering stress, blood pressure, and
cholesterol. Yet surveys show that only 40 percent of American
adults exercise regularly. And among our kids, fitness hasn't
improved over the last decade -- in fact, it's even declined in
some cases.
One way to change that is by placing new emphasis on quality
physical education in our schools. Only one State now requires
daily phys. ed. in its schools from kindergarten through twelfth
grade. Let's encourage all fifty. // Also, let's pledge to eat
a balanced and nutritional diet; avoid excessive alcohol use;
and, of course, say no to drugs. // Together, these steps can
make America more competitive in the classroom and factory as
3
well as on the playing field. Through fitness, we can build a
healthier America that's Number One academically, economically,
and athletically.
( (Speaking of excellence, a while ago a reporter said to me,
"What are you trying to prove by competing in so many sports?" I
told him I'm not trying to prove anything. // I just want to be
the first President to get his picture on a Wheaties box. )) //
The fact is, of course: I love sports. As do the kids at
these workout stations -- kids from six to sixty-five. Yes,
fitness can be an individual activity. Or a family affair.
Either way, it can help create an America that outperforms any
Nation in the world.
Thank you to every participant. God bless the United
States. And it's my pleasure to officially proclaim National
Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Now, to quote a great golfer
who often dieted but seldom exercised, Jackie Gleason: "A little
traveling music.' " // Arnold, let's visit the workout stations of
The Great American Workout.
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