Thriving with GetSetUp: Shyla’s Journey to Health and Wellness

Thriving with GetSetUp: Shyla’s Journey to Health and Wellness
GetSetUp Blue Logo
Bg Square Inside Shape Decoration White 08 - Accountant X Webflow Template

Retirement offers the perfect opportunity to focus on health and personal growth. For Shyla, a retiree living in Iowa just over the river from Nebraska, GetSetUp has been a transformative resource. Introduced to the platform by a friend from Alabama, Shyla has embraced the diverse offerings to enhance her well-being and stay engaged, which she receives thanks to UnitedHealthcare’s Medicare Advantage plan that offers GetSetUp as a benefit.

“My first class was around nutrition, which is one of my biggest interests with GetSetUp,” Shyla explains, after hearing about GetSetUp from a friend in Alabama. It’s nice to learn recipes that include quick snacks in my air fryer.” 

Learning how to cook healthier is helping Shyla feel better, as have classes on makeup and lifestyle. 

“I love learning about cooking and exercise, like Pilates and Yoga, and I’ve even taken a Tai Chi class. Pretty much the health portion of it.” 

This initial focus on health soon broadened as she explored more classes, sometimes taking two or more classes a day. 

“You could spend all day on GetSetUp,” she adds, noting the extensive range of topics available.

Shyla, who is retired and disabled, is enrolled in UnitedHealthcare’s Medicare Advantage plan, which includes GetSetUp as one of its benefits. Her favorite classes are the cooking sessions, which have been instrumental in her journey to manage her weight.

“I’m trying to get my weight under control and learning how to eat healthy and prepare different things that I’m not used to preparing,” she says. 

Shyla enjoys discovering quick snack recipes using her air fryer and appreciates the combination of cooking and exercise in the GetSetUp class offerings. 

Regular exercise is crucial to Shyla’s routine, especially following her stroke. She participates in stretching and Pilates classes and recently enjoyed a GetSetUp balance challenge. She is trying to improve her balance even doing some of the exercises as she washes dishes and throughout her day. 

“I’ve noticed a change in my body from these exercises,” she says, emphasizing the importance of maintaining strength and balance in her daily activities.

Digital Literacy Skills To Stay Connected

In addition to health and nutrition, Shyla has taken several technology classes and finds them very helpful. 

“I’ve learned how to turn off cookies, what they are, and even how to create a website,” she shares. “I’m trying to create a blog site, and the class was very helpful in learning what site to use and how to navigate.” 

These skills are empowering, allowing Shyla to stay connected and engaged online. Travel and cultural exploration have also been part of Shyla’s journey with GetSetUp. 

“Through classes, I’ve traveled to different countries like Italy, done gardening, and even participated in a music class,” she mentions. 

Accessibility and Opportunities To Stay Healthy

These experiences offer a sense of adventure and learning, enriching her retirement life. For Shyla, the major advantage of GetSetUp is its accessibility, especially since her stroke and loss of vision. Shyla is considered legally blind but is still able to enjoy GetSetUp classes thanks to technology support and accessibility features. 

“Since I’m immune suppressed, thanks to GetSetUp, I can get online and participate at all hours of the day,” she explains. “If I’m up and can’t sleep, I can take a class right away without any lag time.” 

This convenience is especially valuable given her limited mobility after the stroke. Shyla’s enthusiasm for GetSetUp is evident as she continues to explore and refer others to the platform. 

“It’s been very helpful to me,” she affirms. From learning healthy cooking techniques to enhancing her tech skills, GetSetUp has provided Shyla with a wealth of information and a supportive community.

“I would say the most significant benefit is learning how to eat healthily. My history does not have a background in healthy eating and learning to eat different colors. I’ve also learned how to prepare them so I get the vitamins in all the vegetables, some you can eat raw, and others you have to cook to make them healthier. Now, instead of grabbing a handful of cookies I can prepare fruit or air fry zucchini and have those ready.” 

Shyla also appreciates the assistance she has received from GetSetUp’s support team.

“The only issue I’ve had is not being able to get into a class because my phone couldn’t find the program to run it, but Helen from support helped me out,” she says.

Shyla’s story underscores the positive impact of continuous learning and community engagement in retirement. “I think you guys are great,” she concludes. 

Through GetSetUp, Shyla has found new ways to stay healthy, active, and connected, making her retirement years full of learning and discovery.

For more information and to explore programs that fit your interests and needs, visit GetSetUp.