Impact of the Medical Fitness Model on Long-Term Health Outcomes in Older Adults: A Retrospective Cohort Study of 3,029 Members, BMC Geriatrics, 2024
A comprehensive new study involving over 90,000 participants has highlighted the profound long-term health advantages of the medical fitness model for older adults. Unlike conventional gyms, medical fitness facilities provide medically integrated programming and professional oversight designed to transition members from acute care to long-term wellness.
The research demonstrates that regular membership is a powerful strategy for longevity, showing a clear “dose-response” effect—meaning the more you attend, the greater the health protection. Regular members (attending more than once a week) experienced significant reductions in serious health events and emergency medical needs.
Impact of Regular Medical Fitness Attendance:
- 45% lower risk of all-cause mortality
- 28% lower risk of hospitalizations
- 27% lower risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (heart attack, stroke, or heart failure).
- 23% lower risk of emergency department visits
Your commitment to medical fitness is more than a workout—it is a proactive investment in your future independence and long-term health. Keep moving!