SilverSneakers Pulse Survey
Executive Summary
Key Findings
Between January 25 – 30, 2024, the SilverSneakers Pulse survey asked seniors about their physical, mental health and wellness. Key findings included:
- In 2024, self-motivation is important as ever to drive engagement and improvement in physical activity. Members join a gym or community center for the same reasons that they are physically active, to improve their overall health, mobility, balance and strength.
- 47% are active in SilverSneakers digital offerings. Nearly half of these members also attend in-person classes at least some of the time.
- 35% currently use a wearable, mostly to monitor steps, track fitness activity and monitor heart rate.
- About one in four members are lonely. Specifically, 40% feel they lack companionship, 35% feel isolated from others and 34% feel left out, at least some of the time.