President Donald Trump announced his plan to reestablish the Presidential Fitness Test for American children to promote young people staying active and healthy.

The president hosted a group of athletes at the White House including golfer Bryson DeChambeau, professional wrestler Triple H, NFL Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker and former NFL New York Giants linebacker Lawrence Taylor. 

‘Harrison … you’re a handsome guy by the way, that’s usually not my thing, but he is a good looking sucker,’ Trump joked, as he turned to Butker. 

Swedish golfer Annika Sörenstam was also present and part of the group. 

‘This was a wonderful tradition, and we’re bringing it back,’ Trump said about the fitness test. 

Trump reestablished the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, telling reporters that NFL players including Dallas quarterback Tony Romo, San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa, Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, and Miami Dolphin’s quarterback Tua Tagovailoa would be on the council. 

The president struggled over the pronunciation of Tagovailoa but indicated he was aware of the Florida Dolphin’s quarterback’s career.

‘He’s been fantastic, when he’s not injured, he’s great, he has to stay healthy,’ Trump said.

U.S. President Donald Trump, next to Vice President JD Vance and professional wrestler Triple H.

Kansas City Chiefs NFL football player Harrison Butker, left, and WWE CCO Triple H

The president signed executive orders as the athletes watched and later passed out souvenir pens to the group. 

First established by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1966, the presidential fitness test created a program that would reward excellence in physical education.  

Participants would run, do sit-ups, pull-ups, and push-ups to compete, demonstrating athletic excellence in previous versions of the test. Other activities in the test included running, jumping, a 50-yard dash, and a softball throw.

Former President Barack Obama ended the test in 2012, replacing it with a more tailored assessment on individual health rather that physical feats.

‘President Trump wants every young American to have the opportunity to emphasize healthy, active lifestyles — creating a culture of strength and excellence for years to come,’ White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said in a statement to reporters. 

Trump plans to restore the test, which will be administered by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as he continues his efforts to ‘Make America Healthy Again.’ 

The announcement serves as one more example of Trump’s emphasis on sports and fitness as the United States prepares to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States of America.

Trump is preparing for the United States to host the 2025 Ryder Cup, 2026 FIFA World Cup games and the 2028 Summer Olympics, all which will take place during his second term.

US President Donald Trump (2L) listens as former NFL football player Lawrence Taylor speaks

Professional golfer Annika Sorenstam listens as President Donald Trump speaks

 The president has also personally attended the the Super Bowl, Daytona 500 and UFC matches as president.

In May, Trump declared National Physical Fitness and Sports Month to promote ‘the foundational role that physical fitness and sports play in helping us to live longer, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.’

‘For far too long, our Nation has failed to prioritize the health and well-being of the American people,’ the president’s proclamation read. ‘This negligence has come at a devastating cost.