Positive Effects of Virtual Dancing: Discogame SilverFit 3D

A systematic review and meta-analysis by Yoong et al (2024) investigated the impact of dance exergames as physical activity for older people. The study shows that these exergames are an effective and enjoyable way to encourage older people to exercise more. Participants found the activity fun and got a lot of satisfaction from it. Since […]

SilverFit 3D Update 13.0.1

The annual update for the SilverFit 3D has been done! This is new: New exercise: Disco Dancing! Turn on the sound and venture onto the dance floor. The dance floor tiles on the screen light up and are numbered. Step on the tiles in the right order to make the right dance steps. This exercise […]

Healthier Exercise Policy for People with Disabilities

About 1 in 10 Dutch people have a moderate or severe physical or mental disability. Society provides insufficient opportunities for sport and exercise for this group. However, exercise is crucial, with positive effects on physical and mental health (Kennisbank sport en bewegen, 2023). At SilverFit, we advocate more fun exercise for these clients. This is […]

Fall Prevention Event 2.0 Great Success!

On Thursday September 12th, 2024, SilverFit held its annual online user meeting. This meeting was attended by (geriatric) physiotherapists and other interested parties and was accredited for 3 points by the Physiotherapy Quality House. With 283 registrations, it was a well-attended event. This year’s theme was Fall Prevention 2.0 as a follow-up to the success […]