Obesity Crisis: Impact on U.S. National Security Threat

Obese Americans Threat to U.S. National Security

Health Fitness Revolution founder and resync method creator samir becic challenges every american to be fit to protect their family and national security.

"Let's bring patriotism to the next level by helping the obese population become fitter. 34% of obese Americans pose a threat to national security. Americans are doing ISIS's job for them by eating themselves to death" says Health Fitness Revolution founder Samir Becic.

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In these trying, perilous times, strengthening America's fitness is more important than ever. The presidential candidates have declared that national security is the most important issue facing the US, yet they have not done enough to address health and fitness, both of which are essential to the safety and security of this nation. To hold them accountable, Health Fitness Revolution started ranking the fitness of presidential candidates and is challenging the presidential hopefuls to better promote physical fitness in order to motivate Americans and their families to be healthy and fit, so that the United States can be more secure.

Some presidential candidates, such as Hillary Clinton, Jeb Bush, Martin O'Malley, Rand Paul, and even Chris Christie, deserve praise for focusing on their personal fitness.

"On the other hand, I am surprised that Donald Trump, who is constantly raging about national security, has not done enough to promote fitness as a way to protect our nation. If Trump becomes president he wants to put his wife in charge of fitness in the United States. What qualification does she have to be in charge of one of the most important aspects of our security at this critical moment in time?" says Becic.

"Physical fitness improves national security because it makes people stronger, more confident, and less vulnerable to irrational fears. A fit person can protect their family more efficiently because they will have enough strength, energy, and confidence to manage and respond to a dangerous situation such as a terrorist attack. While we sit on our couches our ISIS enemies train daily in bootcamps. In a physically fit America, terrorist threats would be minimized," continues Becic.

Samir Becic believes America needs to be physically stronger as a nation:

"Americans are so consumed by fears of terrorist attacks because they are not confident in their physical strength. America thinks it is the greatest nation in the world. But for that to continue, citizens need to be more physically fit and mentally strong. We are entering a new world. Everyone who is physically active and exercises should motivate their family and friends to do the same. Instead of being self-indulgent and thinking only about ourselves, we need to think of our friends, our neighbors, and our society."

Samir thinks that instead of obsessing over which Kardashian has the best butt, Americans should worry about working out their own.

Every American Should Strive to Do...

• 50 pushups
• 100 crunches
• 100 squats
• Walk a minimum of five miles per week
• Drink at least half a gallon of water a day
• Incorporate more natural foods into your diet

"I know I am asking for a lot, but with time a majority of Americans can accomplish that. The key is to start now. Complacency is no longer acceptable!" urges Becic.

Samir Becic, world-renowned fitness expert and writer, earned a spot in Men's Journal's "Top Fitness Trainers in America" list and was named the "No.1 Fitness Trainer in the World" four times. For several years, Becic was the fitness director for Bally Total Fitness' largest facility in America and his experience and knowledge as a health and fitness expert has allowed him the opportunity to be published in numerous media outlets across the world.

Becic is a contributing writer for FOCUS.de, one of the largest magazines in Europe, and is a fitness expert for Verizon Wireless, several national radio and television stations. Health Fitness Revolution, a movement spearheaded by the Samir Becic Foundation, is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to making America a healthier nation. Health Fitness Revolution aims to change the way people think about health and fitness, incorporating proper exercise and nutrition practices into the very fabric of family and society.

By properly education the public and giving them the tools they need to live a healthy lifestyle, 60-70 percent of illnesses can be controlled or avoided, including obesity. Through a variety of channels in the community like schools, churches, community centers and corporations, Health Fitness Revolution hosts events and workshops to educate children and their parents about the fundamentals of physical fitness and nutrition.

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Attribution/Source(s): This quality-reviewed publication was selected for publishing by the editors of Disabled World (DW) due to its relevance to the disability community. Originally authored by Health Fitness Revolution and published on 2016/01/11, this content may have been edited for style, clarity, or brevity.