Three schools in Alaska were chosen by the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Council to receive new “DON’T QUIT!” fitness centers.
In addition to Knik Charter School in Wasilla, Mears Middle School and Romig Middle School in Anchorage wee among the states that received the workout centers. The foundation plans to reach all 50 states in coming years.
“Three schools really embodied our mission of building a nation of the fittest, healthiest kids in the world. I’m thrilled to announce that Mears Middle School and Romig Middle School in Anchorage, and Knik Charter School in Wasilla are all being awarded a brand new $100,000 DON’T QUIT! Fitness Centers. Congratulations to all, we look forward to visiting these three schools during our ribbon cutting ceremonies this fall!” said Jake Steinfeld, Chairman of the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Council, who spoke those words in the spring, and then made good on his word and attended the ribbon cutting this week in Wasilla.
Steinfeld was well known for his direct-to-consumer sales of home fitness equipment, and he spent 15 years on the Home Shopping Network promoting his Body by Jake brand.