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Seniors find low cost ways to stay fit,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych]
In these tough economic times,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], we all look for ways to save money while continuing to keep the activities we need and enjoy. For senior citizens,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], with no COLA this year, and costs rising for basic needs, it is especially important to find ways to save money. Staying fit is vital to longer, healthier living, and some seniors are finding low or no cost ways to do this.
Most Medicare Advantage health plans for the elderly provide for some type of fitness program included in the cost of the plan, while others may add it as a add on to the policy. However,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], given the cost of gym,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], Curves or YMCA memberships, these low or no extra cost plans can be a great advantage to seniors looking for exercise or fitness classes.
The Silver Sneakers Fitness Program is one of these. Offered as part of the plan in several Medicare Advantage programs, this fitness plan has an offering of exercise programs to fit most anyone. If someone belongs to one of the sponsoring health plans, they can take advantage of any Silver Sneakers site throughout the country. This allows the Silver Sneakers member to attend the fitness class at no charge. In some areas,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], a membership to Curves or the YMCA is included in the plan. This can be especially advantageous to those seniors who go south for the winter. They can sign up for a plan near them, and use it when traveling or wintering in Florida. The Silver Sneakers Fitness Program is sponsored by CDPHP,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], MVP,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], Humana,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], Secure Horizons and some others. Different regions have different sponsors. You can find a location near you by going to the Silver Sneakers website.
Silver Sneakers offers three basic programs,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], Muscular Strength and Range of Movement,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], Cardio Circuit and Yoga Stretch and Silver Splash. Each program uses a qualified,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], certified instructor and have locations throughout the Capital region. Seniors who belong to one of the qualifying health plans can go to any program for no cost. At some senior centers, if you do not belong to one of the health plans, you can still attend as a member of the senior center. The Inman Senior Center in Amsterdam is one of these sites.
Even if your plan does not qualify you for Silver Sneakers, there are other fitness programs available. Most health plans also offer the availability to pay a portion or all of your membership to a health program,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], simply by providing a paid invoice to the company. Fit Blue, Senior Fit and others are available at little or no cost to members.
Other fitness ideas include Pickleball, which is gaining popularity in our area as more senior centers and communities are forming Pickleball groups. Another idea is the Wii program. Most senior centers, assisted living centers and adult day programs are adding the Wii Fit or Wii sports to their programming,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], to help the elderly stay fit. Check with your local senior center.
It has been proven that seniors who exercise or take part in some form of fitness program live longer, healthier, more independent lives. Take advantage of these fitness programs in your area. For more information on what is available through your health insurance plan, contact your customer service representative.
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