Amanda Rees, co-founder of Bold, discusses personalized fitness for healthy aging, fall prevention for seniors, and Bold's partnership with Medicare. They focus on tailoring fitness for older adults and the challenges of healthcare business models. Additionally, they explore engagement strategies with health plans, the importance of movement as medicine, and the shift towards healthspan in the fitness industry.
Bold aims to replace musculoskeletal disability with lifelong vitality for older adults.
Fall prevention is a crucial component of Bold's programs to promote healthy aging and prevent healthspan decline.
Deep dives
Amanda's Personal Experience Driving Bold's Mission
Amanda Reese, co-founder of Bold, was inspired to create a digital health platform focused on healthy aging due to her experience as a caregiver for her grandmother. This personal journey prompted her to start Bold with a mission to bridge the gap between health span and lifespan, aiming to empower individuals to age well. By sharing her insights and dedication, Bold partners with Medicare organizations to provide accessible programs that cater to those seeking resources for healthy aging.
Addressing Fall Prevention as a Critical Health Concern
Fall prevention emerged as a primary focus for Bold's initial programs due to the impact falls have on health span decline, especially among older adults. Drawing from research on fall prevention, Amanda leveraged her background as a fitness instructor to create engaging class formats focused on balance, strength, and fall prevention. The platform's holistic approach emphasizes the importance of tailored programs and class experiences that prioritize safety and effectiveness.
Personalization and Accessibility in Bold's Approach
Bold's digital health platform ensures personalization and ease of access for users by offering a diverse range of programs tailored to individual needs. Through user onboarding questions and continuous feedback, Bold customizes experiences based on member input to ensure program suitability and effectiveness. By designing for accessibility and technology integration, Bold enables users to engage in fitness programs seamlessly across various devices without the need for app downloads.
Engagement Strategies and Healthcare Partnerships Driving Impact
Bold's collaboration with healthcare partners highlights a strategic approach to drive engagement and deliver meaningful outcomes in health improvement. By aligning with Medicare Advantage plans and emphasizing value-based care, Bold addresses the pivotal role of exercise in care plans, aiming to prevent falls and support healthy aging. The platform's focus on user research, continuous feedback, and clinical rigor underscores its commitment to enhancing member engagement and promoting physical well-being.
Today, I’m joined by Amanda Rees, co-founder & CEO of Bold.
A fitness-based approach to healthy aging, Bold’s personalized exercise programs help older adults build strength, ease pain, and prevent falls. Partnering with Medicare, the platform aims to replace musculoskeletal disability with lifelong vitality.
In this episode, we talk about tailoring fitness to an underserved demographic.
We also cover:
• Amanda’s experience as a caregiver and fitness instructor • The importance of fall prevention for seniors • Bold’s partnership with Medicare
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Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:39) Bold founding story (07:55) The Bold platform (10:49) Instructor expertise and engagement (12:42) Technology and personalization (16:52) Simplifying fitness for older adults (20:49) Challenges with healthcare business models (23:04) Partnership with health plans (23:57) Balance training (26:03) Engagement strategies with health plans (27:40) Adapting to diverse populations (29:02) Movement as medicine (32:10) Shift towards healthspan and longevity (33:55) Future roadmap (35:48) Conclusion
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