019 Silver Sneakers with Sharlyn Green

Summary

The conversation is about the Silver Sneakers program, a fitness and wellness program for Medicare-eligible members aged 65 and above. The program includes fitness center memberships and specialized virtual classes. The guest, Sharlyn Green, explains the different formats and benefits of the program. She also discusses the importance of exercise for older adults and provides guidelines for exercise frequency and types. The conversation concludes with information about nutrition programs and cooking classes offered by Silver Sneakers.

Takeaways

• Silver Sneakers is a fitness and wellness program designed specifically for Medicare-eligible members aged 65 and above.
• The program includes fitness center memberships and specialized virtual classes.
• Exercise at any age is important for overall health and well-being, and Silver Sneakers offers classes that focus on strength, flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular health.
• The guidelines for exercise recommend 150 minutes of moderate heart-healthy exercise or 75 minutes of more intense exercise per week, along with strength training exercises at least two days a week.
• Silver Sneakers also offers nutrition programs and cooking classes to promote healthy eating habits.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Silver Sneakers: A Fitness and Wellness Program for Older Adults

03:19 The Benefits of Exercise for Older Adults

06:11 Different Formats and Classes Offered by Silver Sneakers

09:05 Guidelines for Exercise Frequency and Types

15:14 Nutrition Programs and Cooking Classes

Find more information on Silver Sneakers at https://tools.silversneakers.com/.

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