Seniors: Are You Ready To Put On Your Silver Sneakers?

 Many HMO’s and other Insurance Plans are determined that you are going to be healthy whether you like it or not.  Regular physical activity plays an integral role in a healthy lifestyle, and you no longer have an excuse not to get on the band wagon. It’s free!   You may have to pursue this a little but it is certainly worthwhile.  One of our participating local health clubs failed to return our calls so we finally gave up on them, but the YMCA was hugely welcoming and I think I prefer them anyway.  The Y is a family orientated facility and I love the idea of being surrounded by kids and adults of all ages.

 

What is the Silver Sneakers program?  The program is offered in partnership with selected health plans at no cost to Medicare eligible seniors.  The basic membership is offered at no cost.  The membership includes classes, guidance from instructors and advisors, social activities and the use of amenities such as pool, saunas, whirlpools, gym equipment and the like.

 

The Silver Sneaker classes are designed for seniors.  These joint friendly classes are geared not only for people who are new to exercising but for those who have been exercising for years as well.  Research tells us that regular physical activity goes a long way toward the prevention and treatment of many chronic conditions, as well as making you feel good.

 

 The classes offer something for everyone and can help improve overall strength, flexibility and balance. You will also have the opportunity to expand your social network through fun social activities, and increase your knowledge base by attending seminars on a variety of health related topics. The program is there to help you meet your health and fitness goals.  Obviously your health maintenance program care is hopeful that this will help promote a healthy lifestyle and will keep you functioning independently as long as possible.  This is a good thing, so stop fussing about being an old and get with the program.

 

The Silver Sneakers Program is recognized nationwide so you can workout or take classes when you are away from home.  Silver Sneaker members may use any participating location.  The rest is up to you.  Ask for an orientation, sign up for classes and be ready to get fit, have fun, and make new friends.

 

Comments

[Cosmetology CE]

I think the program will be a great help for new comers and current learners as well