The point of physical action for older adults is being studied more frequently, with many conclusions showing that the more active older adults are, the more likely they are able to prevent the onset of diseases. Exercise has proven beneficial in preventing heart disease and to control other conditions such as arthritis and diabetes.
In order for older adults to contend a healthy lifestyle and help them get the Exercise they need, there's a fun clarification older adults are raving about in Utah, called the Healthways SilverSneakers Fitness Program. SilverSneakers is the nation's leading fitness schedule designed exclusively for older adults, and is ready at no additional cost to eligible Medicare members. In Utah, this schedule is offered to eligible members of Humana and SecureHorizons by UnitedHealthcare.
This unique schedule allows older adults to take fee of their condition and contend an active, independent lifestyle. "The long-term condition benefits of regular Exercise for older adults are compelling," says Steve Lindstrom, Healthways senior vice president of Active Living. "In expanding to helping seniors stay physically healthy, SilverSneakers also offers a great way for them to socialize, meet new friends and have fun."
Every enrolled member of SilverSneakers receives a membership at any participating fitness center, where members can take advantage of conditioning classes, Exercise equipment, pool, sauna and other amenities. At each fitness center, there is a specially trained senior consultant to introduce the member to the schedule and acquaint the member with the site.
Every site offers customized SilverSneakers classes which allow the member to heighten their strength, flexibility, equilibrium and endurance. Additionally, condition schooling seminars and other events that promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle are available.
"It's those leading extras such as social events, condition schooling seminars and condition screening for such conditions as high blood pressure, cholesterol and flu shot availability that play such an leading role in the comprehensive success of the program," said Mr. Lindstrom. Members also have the chance to take advantage of the national reciprocity feature of the program, which allows passage to any of the certified 2,600 plus participating locations over the nation while traveling.
SilverSneakers was designed specifically to encourage Medicareeligible individuals to growth their levels of physical action and motivate them to continue to be active. As of September 2007, the SilverSneakers schedule is offered in 49 states at no additional cost to more than 3 million Medicareeligible individuals through its national network.
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