As we get older, we start to require a little more exercise while also starting to neglect our health a little bit more. The aim of National Senior Health and Fitness Day is to encourage the senior citizens of our families to get up and get moving to keep themselves fit and healthy. Many organisations such as recreation centres and gyms will organise activities specifically for seniors on this day.

National Senior Health and Fitness Day is observed on the last Wednesday in May.

The Mature Market Resource Center, a national information clearinghouse for the older adult market, organizes National Senior Health & Fitness Day as a public-private partnership.