Highmark Medicare Advantage members, like the Freedom Blue PPO plan, also have fitness benefits to help members get out and get moving. Fitness benefits provide discounts at gyms and local health clubs for health and wellness classes, group activities, and more.

SilverSneakers is one of the nation’s leading exercise programs designed exclusively for older adults. It is a unique physical activity, lifestyle, and social-oriented health and wellness program specifically designed for Medicare-eligible members of all fitness levels. Freedom Blue PPO members receive a complimentary membership at a participating fitness center, plus access to any participating location across the United States. Members have free access to all amenities included with a basic fitness center membership. Members, who live more than 15 miles from a participating center, can still take advantage of the SilverSneakers Steps self-directed walking and physical activity program. To learn more or to locate a participating provider, visit the SilverSneakers website.

Highmark will be partnering with FitOn for Freedom Blue PPO members beginning January 1, 2025 for retiree fitness benefits. This new partnership will allow Freedom Blue retirees to have access to more choices such as large national gyms, small local gyms, and even private gym studios. These fitness benefits work off a credit system. Each Freedom Blue PPO member will have 32 credits available to them each month to use for payment toward gym memberships or fitness classes. FitOn also offers:

• Wellness classes to help you build health habits
• Meal planning resources with 500+ exclusive recipes
• Educational courses for managing chronic conditions
• Mindfulness exercises to lower stress and feel better

Visit Highmark’s Fitness Benefit to gain more information regarding FitOn Health.

You are able to find in-network gyms with FitOn Health by entering your zip code to find those closest to your location. The FitOn network is rapidly growing and adding new gyms and studios, so be sure to check back often. Below are those found within the State College area.

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