Governor O'Malley Swears In Members of the Maryland State Advisory Council on Physical Fitness
BALTIMORE, MD (May 5, 2008) – Governor Martin O’Malley today swore in the members of the Maryland State Advisory Council on Physical Fitness, a panel whose mission is to educate, advise, and encourage the citizens of Maryland to gain health benefits and enhance the quality of their lives through regular physical activity.
“I am honored to swear in the members of the Advisory Council on Physical Fitness,” said Governor O’Malley. “Working together, we’ve made real and steady progress for building a healthier State. The work of our fine appointees will go a long way toward furthering our goal of a more healthy future for Maryland.”
Working collaboratively with a broad range of agencies and organizations, the State Advisory Council on Physical Fitness seeks to accomplish the following goals:
- Collect and assemble physical activity-related information
- Disseminate information among Maryland citizens to promote regular physical activity
- Maintain liaisons with state and local agencies (e.g., education, planning and transportation) to improve opportunities for regular physical activity among all Maryland citizens
“A healthier citizenry is essential to the common good and our quality of life,” said Governor O’Malley. “A healthier citizenry means lower costs for our health care system, more productivity in the work force, and it strengthens the bonds of community as our friends, family and neighbors live longer and have more opportunity to give back to those around them.”
The members include:
Brenda C. Loube, Chair
A resident of Montgomery County, Brenda brings over 30 years of Experience in Health and Physical Education to the Advisory Council. She is Co-Founder and Owner of Corporate Fitness Works.
Jason Bosley-Smith
A resident of Harford County, Jason is a Certified Personal Trainer, Kinesis Instructor, and Nutrition Specialist. He is also Owner/President of Synergy Health & Fitness.
Charles Chester
A Montgomery County resident, Charles is an attorney with Private Health Law Practice, and an accomplished Tri-athlete with USA Triathlon national ranking.
James Dorf
A resident of Baltimore County, James is Owner of Mobile Wireless, LLC and is actively involved with several local athletic organizations.
Dr. Lillian Green-Chamberlain
A resident of Montgomery County, Dr. Green-Chamberlain served as the first Director of the Physical Education and Sports Program for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. She currently serves as an active member of the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.
Larry Tyrone Hughes
A Baltimore County resident, Larry is Founder/Executive Director of Maryland Wheelchair Athletic Promotions, Inc. He serves as a member of the Board of Directors for the Special Olympics and on the Baltimore County Commission on Disabilities.
Linda M. Kephart
A resident of Carroll County, Linda is Supervisor of Health and Elementary Physical Education for Carroll County Public Schools. In 2002, she was named Carroll County Track and Field Coach of the year.
Vikram Khanna
A resident of Howard County, Vikram is Founder/CEO of Galileo Health Partners, LLC and Director of Fitness Ministry at St. John’s and St. Andrew’s Episcopal Churches and Fairfax Presbyterian Church.
Lee Meizlesh
A Howard County resident, Lee serves as Commissioner of the Maryland Senior Olympics.
Amy Elizabeth Price
A resident of Harford County, Amy is an Exercise Physiologist and Certified Personal Trainer at the Arena Club. She has participated in collegiate lacrosse and has been active with women’s lacrosse camps for the past 13 years.
Jeanne E. Ruff
A Wicomico County resident, Jeanne is Director of Cardiovascular/Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Health Promotion at the Peninsula Regional Medical Center.
Teresa Di Stefano Seifert
A resident of Calvert County, Teresa is Professor of Health and Human Performance at the Prince George’s Community College and active with both the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of America, serving as a Girl Scout troop leader.
Andrew L. Vineberg
A Baltimore County resident, Andrew is a Pharmaceuticals Representative with Schering Plough.
