Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) (Title III-D Program)

A strength and balance fitness class developed in Washington State for older adults. The program integrates fitness and education on preventing falls. The classes meet three times per week for an hour. Exercises can be done seated or standing and include moderate aerobic, strength, and stretching exercises.

  • Program Goals:
  • -Physical activity program that reduces fall risk factors by increasing strength and improving balance

 

  • Target Audience:
  • -Adults 65+

 

  • Program Description:
  • -An on-going class that meets 3 times per week for one hour. Each class includes warm-up, aerobics, balance activities, strengthening and stretching exercises that can be done seated or standing; and educational components.
  • -Periodic Fitness Checks assess general mobility, arm strength, and leg strength

 

  • Program Delivery:
  • -Qualified SAIL Program Leader who has completed SAIL training (certified fitness instructors, exercise science professionals, or licensed health care professionals [e.g. physical/occupational/recreational therapists/assistants])

 

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Reference Material

  • York SC, Shumway-Cook A, Silver I, Morrison C (2011). A translational research evaluation of the “Stay Active and Independent for Life” (SAIL): a community-based fall prevention exercise and education program. Health Promotion Practice. 12(6):832-839.