Jody Kendall
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Read:  A Report of the Surgeon General
Physical Activity and Health
Older Adults
from the President's Council and Physical Fitness on Sports
Website:  http://www.fitness.gov/
 
 

SENIOR FITNESS

Jody is experienced, motivated, and trained to understand the fitness needs of adults 55+.  Her nursing degree, CPR-certification, and sincere caring attitude make her an excellent senior fitness leader and motivator...whether leading a group event, or working one-on-one as a seniors personal trainer.

Jody says: "One of my favorite activities is working with 55+ people--the Baby Boomers.  I thoroughly enjoy my experiences with seniors who, whether because of an illness, a handicap, or just normal changes that aging brings on, are interested in making an effort to maximize and improve their strength, balance, and mobility.

My experience with training seniors began when I started the SilverSneakers classes at an Elkhart gym.  Later upon request I began including once or twice-a-week in-home visits to seniors with different needs; and more and more, this aspect of personal training is becoming my favorite.  It's such a pleasure to work with clients who appreciate every moment of our time together!


Healthways SilverSneakers®

The award-winning* SilverSneakers Fitness Program is a proven, results-oriented program that enables older adults, often burdened with chronic conditions, to take charge of their health and maintain an active, independent lifestyle.

Jody has been training SilverSneakers classes in Elkhart since 2005 when the program first became available in Indiana and Michigan.  The SilverSneakers program has grown as clients experience the benefits of consistent fitness programs which are fun and choreographed to motivating music.  Jody enjoys and looks forward to each class, just as much as her clients do.

SilverSneakers is offered through partnering Medicare and group retiree health plans and offers an innovative blend of physical activity, healthy lifestyle and socially oriented programming that allows older adults to take greater control of their health. SilverSneakers members receive:

  • Access to any participating fitness center throughout the U.S. while traveling

  • Customized SilverSneakers classes led by Jody and designed exclusively for older adults who want to improve their strength, flexibility, balance and endurance
  • Health education seminars and other events that promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle

  • A specially trained Senior Advisor at the fitness center to introduce you to SilverSneakers and acquaint you with their site

*The SilverSneakers Fitness Program is a winner of the 2004 HAN Award from the Healthcare and Aging Network of the American Society on Aging.

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