Centre Resident Has Been Selected as Finalist for National Fitness Award

Silver Sneakers 1CENTRE RESIDENT SELECTED AS FINALIST FOR NATIONAL FITNESS AWARD

Public online voting is now underway for the Richard L. Swanson Inspiration Award

Gay Rogers 1

WHAT: Centre resident, Gay Rogers, has been selected as one of the Top 10 Finalists for the 2016 SilverSneakers(R) Fitness Richard L. Swanson Inspiration Award [2], honoring older adults for their dedication to fitness and overall well-being. The national award winner will be selected by a public vote.

HOW TO VOTE: Through July 15, community members can vote once per day at[5] http://www.silversneakers.com/swansonaward

A disease called Charcot claimed both of Rogers’ legs from the knees down, but that didn’t stop her from seeking out personal training. She started SilverSneakers at Odyssey Health Spa.

Top 10 Finalists’ stories will be shared on the SilverSneakers website [4] where an open vote will name the national award recipient. Centre residents are encouraged to vote for Rogers’ inspiring story.  

[youtube height=”HEIGHT” width=”WIDTH”]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7J6u1Lp7itc[/youtube]

SilverSneakers Fitness is the nation’s leading exercise program designed specifically for active older Americans. Through a variety of fitness offerings that accommodate all fitness levels and preferences, as well as invaluable social interactions, SilverSneakers helps older adults maximize their health, maintain their lifestyle and realize continued overall well-being during retirement years. SilverSneakers was founded in 1992, more than 13 million people are eligible for the SilverSneakers Fitness benefit at no cost through leading Medicare Advantage health plans as well as Medicare Supplement carriers and group retiree plans. Designed for all fitness levels, the program offers a variety of specialized group exercise classes ranging from SilverSneakers classic to BOOM and provides members with access to more than 13,000 fitness and wellness facilities nationwide.

Members can also enjoy the SilverSneakers FLEX(tm) network, which includes classes and activities at parks, recreation centers and other local venues.  

To find out if you are eligible for SilverSneakers and more information about the Swanson Award, visit SilverSneakers.com [6].  

Links:
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[1] http://www.SilverSneakers.com/SwansonAward
[2] http://www.silversneakers.com/swansonaward
[3] http://www.silversneakers.com/swansonaward
[4] http://www.silversneakers.com/swansonaward
[5] http://www.silversneakers.com/swansonaward
[6] http://www.SilverSneakers.com

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