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Parkinson’s Exercise Classes are the Right MOVE for Depression and Anxiety

My fighters often comment on how good they feel after our classes. The fighter’s families notice that their mood is so much better on the days that their loved one attends. This positive impact is not just experienced by people with Parkinson’s, but by any person or animal… we are meant to be with others and moving!

This is why when someone says, “I am going to try this on my own first”, I will say, “Sure, you can do this on your own. But will you stick with it? And if you do, are your results going to be the same?” I’ve seen it happen so many times. These individuals don’t continue exercising, and their results aren’t the same. They come back to me and always agree that it’s just not the same as being in class. Continue reading “Parkinson’s Exercise Classes are the Right MOVE for Depression and Anxiety”

How to Get Up After a Fall When You Have Parkinson’s

Falls happen even if your balance isn’t compromised. If Parkinson’s has caused your balance to become an issue, a fall can be catastrophic. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: 1 in 4 Americans aged 65+ fall each year; every 11 seconds, an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall; and every 19 minutes, an older adult dies from a fall.

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What happens if you are alone and fall? Watch my video to learn what you need to do to get up after a fall. Continue reading “How to Get Up After a Fall When You Have Parkinson’s”

“High Intensity” Exercise is Beneficial for Parkinson’s Disease, But What Is “High-Intensity?”

I am getting asked a lot about the study recently reported in The New York Times about the positive effects of high-intensity treadmill exercise for people with Parkinson’s disease. Is it the treadmill or the intensity that has the benefits? I can answer that quickly. It’s not the treadmill, it’s the intensity!

Intensity is the key to slowing down the progression of PD. With intensity, there are a lot more opportunities to create results for brain change. We’ll start with the basics of intensity. Here is a quick overview of the article: Continue reading ““High Intensity” Exercise is Beneficial for Parkinson’s Disease, But What Is “High-Intensity?””

Should You Drink Alcohol If You Have PD?

The holiday season invariably means holiday parties with alcohol. For people with Parkinson’s, alcohol can affect everyone differently. Some people with Parkinson’s choose to avoid alcohol because it doesn’t mix well with their medications, and they can be more sensitive to hangovers. Some people with PD report they still drink moderately and enjoy it. I found nothing in the literature other than recommendations from naturopathic sites which indicates alcohol affects the central nervous system and should be used with caution. Continue reading “Should You Drink Alcohol If You Have PD?”