NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Tivity
Health® (Nasdaq: TVTY), a leading provider of health
improvement solutions, announced today that in 2021 it will provide
SilverSneakers members with more virtual options than ever before,
along with a variety of class types for seniors at every fitness
level and access to a network of more than 17,000 fitness locations
nationwide. All seniors who receive Medicare benefits through a
Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement, or group retiree plan that
offers SilverSneakers will be eligible to join (at no additional
cost) and have access to SilverSneakers LIVE virtual workouts,
social events, and SilverSneakers On-Demand, a collection of 200+
classes, video library of workouts, wellness videos and fitness
programs designed by top instructors.
The Medicare Advantage Annual Election Period (AEP) begins
Oct. 15 and continues through
Dec. 7, 2020. During this time,
people eligible for Medicare can choose a Medicare Advantage plan
for the upcoming year that includes SilverSneakers.
COVID-19 has restricted many seniors from visiting their
favorite fitness facilities and gathering places. SilverSneakers
provides virtual exercise options with energizing instructors to
support their fitness and social connections. A recent survey of
SilverSneakers members found that about half of all respondents
have participated in virtual SilverSneakers classes and that almost
80 percent of all respondents will continue to use SilverSneakers
virtual offerings along with visits to their gym when it is
safe.
"Physical activity is a critical component of senior health,
especially as we move into flu season and the winter months," said
Richard Ashworth, president and CEO
of Tivity Health. "We encourage all seniors to find enjoyable and
safe ways to stay active by exploring our digital fitness options.
A fitness routine can be vital for seniors to stay challenged both
physically and mentally while supporting a healthy immune system.
Regular exercise has also been shown to improve balance and
strengthen muscles to prevent falls."
SilverSneakers continues to maintain an outstanding Net Promoter
Score of 81 – a measure of how likely SilverSneakers members are to
recommend the program to their friends. SilverSneakers is available
in all 50 states and is offered through more than 70 health plans
nationwide.
"SilverSneakers is more than a fitness program. It's an
opportunity to improve your health, gain confidence and make new
friends in a whole new way," said SilverSneakers member and
Florida resident, Pat McCormick. "Before COVID caused a halt to
activities, we had parties, field trips, jewelry making, quilting,
book club, French and Spanish classes – you name it! Along with our
classes, we look forward to resuming the hugs, laughter and
activities that keep our SilverSneakers members active and
challenged. Our motto is "Grow bolder, not older."
Tivity Health provides a range of benefits for all
SilverSneakers members:
SilverSneakers On-Demand - online instruction for fitness and
well-being
SilverSneakers members can access hundreds of workout and
nutrition programs On-Demand, available 24/7. Options include
flexibility/mobility, balance, cardio, strength, and more:
• Balance and
Strength Yoga
|
• 31-Day Fit for Life
Challenge
|
• Healthy Back and
Core
|
• Jump-Start Your
Cardio
|
• Stress Management
Education
|
• And
more!
|
SilverSneakers LIVE - New virtual classes and workshops in
your home or on the go
From the comfort of your home, enjoy virtual classes and
workshops directly through the SilverSneakers website.
SilverSneakers LIVE offers virtual classes and workshops via
Zoom. Almost 90 percent of SilverSneakers members surveyed plan to
exercise in the next three months, and a full third plan to use
virtual in addition to other fitness activities. Among current
users of our LIVE offerings, 95 percent of participants surveyed
anticipate attending 2+ live virtual classes weekly.
SilverSneakers GO™ - Mobile access to guided workouts
SilverSneakers GO offers access to a free library of guided
workout programs created by trained SilverSneakers instructors
wherever a member may be. We've updated the experience to make it
easier for members to find classes, schedule activities and start
moving. New this year, we have added SilverSneakers LIVE classes to
the SilverSneakers GO app. Now, members can RSVP, receive reminders
of class start times, and join classes from their SilverSneakers GO
app on their phones and tablets. SilverSneakers GO is available for
download through Apple and Google Play.
Innovative programming in 2021
SilverSneakers continues to expand the variety of exclusive
wellness programming and curriculum to meet the diverse needs of
its members. 2021 will bring new content focused on our pillars of
physical activity, nutrition, and social connectedness in the areas
of brain and cognitive health, stress relief, and chronic condition
management through fitness and healthy eating. Classes are designed
for all levels led by dedicated fitness professionals trained in
senior fitness instruction, and more than 70 class formats are
offered outside of traditional gym locations through SilverSneakers
FLEX.
About SilverSneakers
SilverSneakers®, by Tivity Health, is the nation's
leading community fitness program for older Americans. The program
was founded in 1992 and is available to more than 16 million
Americans through many Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement, and
group retiree plans. For more information, to check eligibility or
to enroll in the program or sign up for a SilverSneakers
newsletter, go to silversneakers.com.
About Tivity Health
Tivity Health® (Nasdaq: TVTY) is a leading provider
of healthy life-changing solutions, including
SilverSneakers®, Nutrisystem®,
Prime® Fitness, Wisely Well™, South Beach
Diet® and WholeHealth Living®. We are
actively addressing the social determinants of health, defined as
the conditions in which we work, live and play. From improving
health outcomes to reversing the narrative on inactivity, food
insecurity, social isolation and loneliness, we are making a
difference and are transforming the way we do health. Learn more at
TivityHealth.com.
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