During March we celebrated some incredible women. We wanted to recognize one more incredible woman on National Fitness Day, Elaine LaLanne who has had not only a remarkable career but a remarkable year so far and should be celebrated on National Fitness Day! First, she and her late husband Jack were inducted into the at the global Health & Fitness Association (HFA) “Hall of Fame” on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in San Diego, California, The HFA Show 2026, health and fitness industry conference and trade show. Afterwards followed a wonderful celebration for Elaine LaLanne to Celebrate her 100th Birthday!
On her 100th Birthday on Thursday March 19th, she also released a book called “HER Legacy.” This is her 5th book she has written in her lifetime. “Her Legacy” is a tribute to Elaine’s impact on the fitness industry, wellness and empowerment. There are also contributions by 14 authors who are helping to carry on Elaine’s legacy. She says of HER legacy, “Legacy isn’t inherited. It is built, lived, and shared.” There are so many people, both in and not in, the fitness industry who have been inspired by Elaine LaLanne over the past 10 decades and this book is a tribute to that. Some of the 14 authors include, Amy Boone Thompson, Cathie Friedrich, Tracy Markley, Deirdre Barnes, Janet McLoughlin, Dolly B. Stokes, and so many more! They all wanted to honor, contribute to this amazing book and to also show that Elaine’s Legacy will continue on no matter what!
During March, Women’s History Month, Elaine has hit some major milestones. She was inducted alongside her late husband, Jack LaLanne, into the HFA Hall of Fame. She turned 100 on the same day she released her book, “HER Legacy.” Elaine has always wanted to help others, whether that was through health and fitness, friendship or mentorship. “Helping others live better is one of the greatest gifts you can give.” She definitely has done that and so much more. During this Women’s History Month, with everything she has achieved this month and throughout her career she deserves to be celebrated and have HER Legacy continued. “Legacy isn’t inherited. It’s built, lived, and shared.” Don’t worry, Elaine, your legacy has been built, lived, and shared with many and will continued to be shared for years to come!
Also coming up for Elaine, she will be helping to launch a campaign to get her late husband Jack LaLanne, the Godfather of Modern-Day Fitness; the Congressional Medal of Freedom! Please be on the lookout for more information later this month!
