Louisiana to revive Presidential Fitness Test in 2026-2027 school year to combat youth inactivity.

The Presidential Fitness Test, discontinued in 2013, will return in Louisiana schools starting with the 2026-2027 academic year, following a federal executive order. The test includes a one-mile run, shuttle run, sit-ups, push-ups or pull-ups, and a sit-and-reach to measure cardiovascular endurance, agility, strength, and flexibility. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry supports the initiative, citing rising youth obesity and inactivity. Implementation details may vary by district, but the goal is to promote lifelong fitness amid national concerns over public health, particularly in states with high obesity rates.