Fit & Strong! Spanish Version
The Spanish version of our program enables Spanish-speaking seniors to participate in our evidence-based program with confidence and enthusiasm.
The Spanish version of the program adheres to the same core set of standards that ensure a maximum benefit to all participants while facilitating their participation either in-person or online.
Spanish Program Features Heading link
Core Program Features
- Evidence-based program
- Designed to promote physical activity and
behavior change for persons with osteoarthritis - 24 Sessions – 90 minutes each
- First 60 minutes focus on flexibility, low-impact aerobics, and lower body function
- Final 30 minutes focus on health education and group problem solving
- Participants develop personalized action plans
- Designed to be effective, fun, and engaging
Spanish Program Features
- Classes led by Spanish speaking instructors
- In-person or web-based fitness sessions
- Full suite of Spanish-language resources for participants
- Spanish-language video exercise demos
- Spanish-language pre and post-class questionnaires
- Spanish-language participant manuals and exercise logs
- Educational components conducted in Spanish
Publications Heading link
Der Ananian, C., Smith-Ray, R., Meacham, B., Shah, A., & Hughes, S. (2017). Translation of fit & strong! for use by Hispanics with arthritis: a feasibility trial of¡ en forma y fuerte!. Journal of aging and physical activity, 25(4), 628-638. (Document will open in a new tab)