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Ohio Launches Fitness Challenge for 160,000 Students

8/26/2025

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Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel initiated the "Team Tressel Fitness Challenge" for grades 4-8, starting Sept. 8.
The program promotes fitness, nutrition, and sleep in 635 schools, benefiting over 160,000 students.
Former NFL player Ted Ginn Jr. will act as Challenge Captain to motivate participants.
Students progress through three levels, practicing goals for 60 of 90 days.
Schools will appoint coordinators to oversee participation and issue completion certificates.

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Story summary

Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel initiated the "Team Tressel Fitness Challenge" for grades 4-8, starting Sept. 8.
The program promotes fitness, nutrition, and sleep in 635 schools, benefiting over 160,000 students.
Former NFL player Ted Ginn Jr. will act as Challenge Captain to motivate participants.
Students progress through three levels, practicing goals for 60 of 90 days.
Schools will appoint coordinators to oversee participation and issue completion certificates.