Fitness Centers Just for Seniors

Many seniors have the motivation to begin exercising, but don’t know where to start. It can be overwhelming to begin an exercise program, especially when they are concerned about how it will impact their health and mobility. In order to exercise safely, it can be important for seniors to choose a safe environment to be introduced to appropriate exercise and fitness practices for older adults. American seniors might not always be aware that they don’t have to look very far to find a fitness facility that caters specifically to all of their needs.

Silver Sneakers fitness centers are available around Phoenix and across the United States. They address the specific needs of seniors by offering the following services geared just towards helping older adults adopt more healthy lifestyles:

• Free memberships – provided seniors have Medicare or a Medicare supplement plan, memberships to Silver Sneakers are available for free

• Access to fitness centers – seniors can visit any of the Silver Sneakers fitness centers across the United States with their memberships, which include the following amenities: pools, saunas, exercise equipment and fitness classes

• Health education seminars – classes to help seniors improve their lifestyle to be more healthy and active overall

• Senior fitness advisor – each senior is introduced to the equipment and facilities at Silver Sneakers by a fitness advisor that specializes in working with seniors

Sources:

1. Silver Sneakers

2. Suite101