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Arlington, VA, has topped ACSM’s American Fitness Index for the eighth consecutive year . The Fitness Index ranks America’s 100 largest cities by combining Personal Health and Community & Environment indicators. Arlington leads both categories, boasting a record-low 3.3% smoking rate and some of the highest sleep-duration metrics in the nation. Explore how world-class parks, multi-use trails, bike lanes, and strategic urban planning have baked fitness into daily life. Learn about the new 2025 metrics—trail miles, splashpads, and pickleball courts—that underscore the county’s innovative approach to community health. From the Mount Vernon Trail’s vibrant mix of commuters, families, and weekend warriors to a thriving private fitness economy, discover the blueprint that cities nationwide could follow to build a healthier future.

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ACSM American Fitness Index 2025 Rankings
ACSM American Fitness Index Overview
Top 10 Fittest US Cities of 2025: Times of India
New Fitness Index Indicators for 2025: ACSM