Silver Sneakers is a program offered by various
healthcare plans around the country to people
who are eligible for Medicare and aids in helping mostly-seniors citizens take control of their
health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. The program is designed
to unlock the door to greater independence
and a healthier life, also offering health education seminars and other events that promote
the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Participating
gyms are required to staff a specially trained
Program Advisor in order to facilitate the safest
workout environment possible.
"Given the parameters of what it takes to win
this award, that is, being a great inspiration to
others and working hard every day, it is easy
to see how George won this award and I can't
think of anyone, anywhere, who could possibly
be more deserving. While we are very proud
that he is our member, we are proud to offer a
facility that is conducive for our seniors to enjoy a great workout as well as a social venue for
those members,. I think this further goes to
show how Gold's Gym has evolved into a place
for EVERYONE. We truly change lives of all
kinds every day”, states Owner Dusty Mason.
This coveted award was created when Richard
L. Swanson inspired his daughter, Mary Swanson, to create the SilverSneakers® Fitness Program in 1992. After Richard suffered a heart
attack at the age of 51, his doctor recommended that he exercise regularly. Richard took this advice seriously and worked
out three times a week for the next 30
years! Richard passed away in December
2003, and the Healthways SilverSneakers
Fitness Program has chosen to preserve
his memory and legacy with the Richard
L. Swanson Inspiration Award.
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Healthways will begin accepting nominations for the 2014 Richard L. Swanson Inspiration Award next spring.
About Healthways:
Healthways is the largest independent global provider of well-being improvement solutions. The Company offers the
award-winning SilverSneakers Fitness Program, the nation’s leading exercise program designed exclusively for older adults.
Dedicated to creating a healthier world one person at a time, the Company uses the science of behavior change to produce
and measure positive change in well-being for our customers, which include employers, integrated health systems, hospitals,
physicians, health plans, communities and government entities. We provide highly specific and personalized support for
each individual and their team of experts to optimize each participant’s health and productivity and to reduce health-related costs. Results are achieved by addressing longitudinal health risks and care needs of everyone in a given population. The
Company has scaled its proprietary technology infrastructure and delivery capabilities developed over 30 years and now
serves approximately 45 million people on four continents. Learn more at www.silversneakers.com or www.healthways.com.