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. Rehearsal has proven useful in preventing heart disease and to operate other conditions such as arthritis and diabetes.
In order for older adults to pronounce a healthy lifestyle and help them get the Rehearsal they need, there's a fun solution older adults are raving about in Utah, called the Healthways SilverSneakers Fitness Program. SilverSneakers is the nation's prominent fitness schedule designed exclusively for older adults, and is available at no added 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 payment of their condition and pronounce an active, independent lifestyle. "The long-term condition benefits of regular Rehearsal for older adults are compelling," says Steve Lindstrom, Healthways senior vice president of Active Living. "In addition 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, Rehearsal 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 clue 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 education seminars and other events that promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle are available.
"It's those prominent extras such as collective events, condition education seminars and condition screening for such conditions as high blood pressure, cholesterol and flu shot availability that play such an prominent role in the wide success of the program," said Mr. Lindstrom. Members also have the occasion to take advantage of the national reciprocity feature of the program, which allows access to any of the certified 2,600 plus participating locations across 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 added cost to more than 3 million Medicareeligible individuals through its national network.
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