Season 4: Episode 25: National Family Health & Fitness Day!

Send us Fan MailThe healthiest families don't do it alone. They do it together.When families prioritize health as a unit, success rates go up. Kids learn habits by watching their parents. Parents stay accountable when their kids are watching them. And communities get stronger when families lead by example.National Family Health and Fitness Day reminds us that wellness isn't an individual pursuit—it's a team sport. And no one understands teamwork quite like a man who played linebacker in the NFL.In this episode of The Home Health Care Today Show, Dr. Cleamon Moorer, Jr. sits down with a Detroit legend who went from the gridiron to the community—and never stopped showing up for his city.About Our Guest:🏈 Tim Walton – Vice President, NFLPA Detroit Chapter | Former Detroit LionTim Walton is a Detroit native who grew up in Redford, starred at Bishop Borgess High School, and played college football at Ball State University before being drafted by the Detroit Lions. He wore #57 for the Lions and played on the 1989 team.But what Tim did after football is what defines his legacy.For more than a decade, Tim has led the NFLPA Detroit Chapter—first as President, now as Vice President—rallying retired NFL players to give back to the community that raised them. Under his leadership, the Detroit Chapter won back-to-back NFLPA Chapter of the Year honors in 2024 and 2025—a testament to the extraordinary work being done right here in Michigan.In August 2025, Tim received the President's Lifetime Achievement Award at Howard University for his extraordinary commitment to service. The award recognizes individuals who go above and beyond regular community involvement.Tim works at Stellantis as a Program Manager and is a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. He works alongside Lions legends including Lomas Brown, Eddie Murray, Eric Hipple, Jerry Ball, Joique Bell, Luther Bradley, Braylon Edwards, Tyrone Wheatley, and many more—proof that when former players come together, communities win.Youth Camp of the Century – July 14-15, 2026This summer, Tim and the NFLPA Detroit Chapter are hosting the Youth Camp of the Century—a two-day experience designed to inspire, train, and equip Detroit's young people with the skills they need to succeed on and off the field.This isn't just about football. It's about discipline. Health. Wellness. Leadership. And showing young people what's possible when they take care of their bodies and minds.Topics Covered:✅Tim's journey from Redford Bishop Borgess to the NFL to community leadership✅What the NFLPA Detroit Chapter does—and why retired players are investing in Detroit's future✅ How the chapter won back-to-back Chapter of the Year honors✅ What the President's Lifetime Achievement Award meant to Tim✅ All about the Youth Camp of the Century—July 14-15, 2026✅ Why family health and wellness is a team effort✅How parents can get their kids more active, engaged, and disciplined✅ Tim's advice for families who want to pursue health togetherKey Statistics:💡Children ages 6-17 need at least 60 minutes of physical activity daily—only 24% meet that guideline💡Adults need at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity per week💡Obesity rates in children have tripled since the 1970s💡Families who exercise together report stronger communication and bonding💡Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S.💡$110 billion is spent annually on fast food in AmericaNational Family Health & Fitness Days: June 13, 2026 and September 26, 2026Established in 1996 by the Health Information Resource Center, this day encourages families to pursue health and fitness goals together. When families work out together and think about their diet collectively, they have better chances of meeting their individual goals—and they have more fun doing it.Health is a family affair. And Detroit's young people deserve champions in their corner.📺 Watch The Home Health Care Today ShowWMYD-TV20 Detroit | Saturdays at 10am EST🎙️ Listen to the PodcastAvailable on Buzzsprout, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcastsProudly sponsored by Meridian, a Centene Corporation company.🔗 Resources:NFLPA Former Players: https://nflpa.com/former-playersNFL Play 60: https://www.nfl.com/play60President's Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition: https://health.gov/pcsfnFamily Health & Fitness Day: https://fitnessday.comConnect with Us:LinkedIn: Dr. Cleamon Moorer, Jr.LinkedIn: The Home Health Care Today Show#FamilyHealthAndFitness #YouthCampOfTheCentury #NFLPADetroit #DetroitLions #TimWalton #YouthDevelopment #FamilyWellness #DetroitYouth #NFLAlumni #ChapterOfTheYear #GoingVital ##HHCTShow #Detroit #Michigan #Meridian #Centene #FromPodcastToBroadcast