The Overlooked Aspect of Fall Prevention: Social Disconnection While the physical aspects of fall prevention often take center stage, we need a more holistic approach that considers social frailty as a core factor. Social frailty is characterized by isolation from community and lack of supportive relationships, can quietly contribute to cognitive and physical decline, a decrease in confidence, and an increased fear of falling. Research supports this, showing correlations between social...

In 2012 I recruited a SilverSneakers member and instructor, Jerry, to help me promote the SilverSneakers benefit to eligible members. I was recently a guest on the MMOA podcast and was asked to share my thoughts on SilverSneakers. The conversation has stayed with me. The more I reflect, the more I believe we need a nuanced perspective on its impact, one that acknowledges both its contributions and its limitations in today’s landscape. Before diving in, I want to offer an important context...

Megan Williamson BA , NASM CPT This Q&A features Megan Williamson, founder of Ocean Rehab & Fitness, whose work sits at the intersection of rehab, fitness, and disability-informed coaching. In this conversation, Megan shares insight into the real barriers people with physical disabilities face in movement spaces and how movement leaders can move beyond access alone to create environments grounded in dignity, agency, and collaboration. Q: When you reflect on physical activity spaces today,...