We all know that physical activity is important for good health and that being active can improve our overall well-being and quality of life. The Center for ActiveWV aims to successfully impact the physical activity levels of our WV adults and children through collaboration, research, policy, and practice.
The West Virginia Physical Activity Plan (WVPAP) is a plan developed with the overarching goal of providing strategic direction to increase/maintain healthy physical activity levels of the citizens of WV.
Discover the Mountaineer Mile initiative and explore scenic trails across the state designed to inspire movement, wellness, and community connection.
Be Wild. Be Wonderful. Be Healthy. is a 5-year project promoting increased access to physical activity and improved access to healthy foods in Boone, Braxton, Calhoun, Clay, Lincoln, Logan, Monroe, and Summers counties. This project prioritizes local solutions to health-related challenges in WV communities.
West Virginia University College of Applied Human Sciences, through a partnership with West Virginia Health Promotion and Chronic Disease, is funding projects statewide to increase physical activity.
Join West Virginia business, nonprofit, and education leaders advancing workforce health through the CEO Pledge for Physical Activity. Together, we’re driving economic resilience, productivity, and community vitality across the Mountain State.
The WV Healthy Schools in Action mission is to cultivate a culture of wellness within West Virginia’s educational landscape. Discover how schools are transforming health and wellness.
Princeton Middle School welcomed approximately 450 students, along with families and community partners, for a Mental Health and Wellness Fair featuring interactive activities, educational resources, and opportunities to explore healthy habits and overall well-being.
Be ActiveWV Awards $30,000 in Mountaineer Mile Grants to Mercer County Schools Be ActiveWV and the Center for ActiveWV at West Virginia University recently awarded
In early 2026, Elizabeth “Lizzie” Romanek stepped into her role as the new ambassador for the West Virginia Physical Activity Plan, bringing with her a vibrant spirit and a personal touch that resonates across the state.
From school programs and statewide initiatives to research highlights and community partnerships, this is where the work comes to life. Follow Center for ActiveWV for real-time updates, impact stories, and opportunities to get involved across West Virginia.
We’re building a healthier state together, one post, one program, one partnership at a time.
Sponsor a virtual bus seat to help flood-affected students and teachers in Lewis County and Upshur County get back-to-school supplies.
