German Gymnastics Association Announcement
Continued Collaboration for Addiction Prevention and Healthy Aging
At the International German Gymnastics Festival in Leipzig, the Federal Institute for Public Health (BIOG), the German Gymnastics Federation (DTB), and the German Gymnastics Youth (DTJ) have renewed their cooperation agreement, with an emphasis on addiction prevention and healthy aging. This partnership, first established in 1994, aims to promote a healthy, active lifestyle among all age groups.
Notable among their joint measures are prevention and health promotion initiatives that offer practical support for numerous volunteer trainers in their diverse movement offerings. The cooperation has proven effective in implementing measures across various settings.
Dr. Johannes Nießen, Acting Director of the Federal Institute for Public Health (BIOG), highlighted the importance of this partnership. "Our collaboration with the German Gymnastics Federation and the German Gymnastics Youth has been integral to our prevention work, yielding a beautiful shared success. We will continue to rely on strong partnerships and impactful programs," he said.
Dr. Alfons Hölzl, President of the German Gymnastics Federation (DTB), emphasized the fit between the federation's broad range of movement offerings and the prevention work of the Federal Institute for Public Health. "Together, we make a significant contribution to society's health," he added.
Christian Keipert, Chairman of the German Gymnastics Youth (DTJ), expressed enthusiasm about collaborating with the Federal Institute for Public Health in reaching numerous young people with its initiatives, complementing the work of the German Gymnastics Youth.
At the International German Gymnastics Festival, the Federal Institute for Public Health introduced the "Strengthening Children" participation initiative for early addiction prevention. The "Enjoy Alcohol-Free Sport" action alliance – to which the DTB and DTJ also belong – sends clear messages against alcohol in sport, where children, young people, and adults interact most frequently: in the club.
Programs like "GYMWELT special 'Join In, Stay Fit!'" and the All-Day Training Program (ATP) cater specifically to the 60+ generation, encouraging increased movement in day-to-day life. These programs are tailored to those who have been less active, recognizing that even small steps can make a significant difference.
For more information on these initiatives, visit the following websites:- Strengthening Children- Enjoy Alcohol-Free Sport- Healthy and Active Aging
- The Federal Institute for Public Health's "Strengthening Children" participation initiative, designed for early addiction prevention, aligns the realm of science with health-and-wellness to promote a healthier lifestyle, especially for children.
- In an effort to foster fitness-and-exercise among the elderly and encourage active aging, programs like "GYMWELT special 'Join In, Stay Fit!'" and the All-Day Training Program (ATP) are being implemented, addressing the need for increased movement and healthier lifestyles across different age groups, which is also reminiscent of sports.
