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How to Transition From “I Can’t Do It” to “I Feel Strong” if You Have Parkinson’s

Posted on July 24, 2023July 24, 2023 by Landtiser

Hello Fighters,

Whether you have difficulty getting out of a chair or feel like a pro doing a sit-to-stand, everyone needs to work on their form when doing this exercise. This is the number one exercise I prescribe to our fighters to do every day. It shows up in every class we teach, in a variety of formats. However, it must be done correctly and with control. I’m very picky when I’m evaluating people or when we use it in training our fighters.

The Number One Exercise Everyone with Parkinson’s Should Do To Maintain Independence

Posted on July 17, 2023July 17, 2023 by Landtiser

Hello Everyone,

Want to learn what (I think) is the #1 exercise you should be doing every day to maintain your independence? We don’t want PD to keep you from enjoying your family, friends, and travel. You must “Train to Maintain,” but we also want you to IMPROVE. We can help you with all your Parkinson’s symptoms, including brain neuroplasticity, in one place!!!

Do the Hammerhead Shark Stretch to Treat Side Bending with Parkinson’s

Posted on July 9, 2023July 9, 2023 by Landtiser

Side bending or listing to the side is a common symptom with Parkinson’s. The muscles pull the body to one side, making it hard to walk, sit, drive, breathe, and exercise. This can cause back aches and balance issues. In my boxing classes and Posture School series, we learn how to counteract the compressed side bend by tilting up and over in the opposite direction. You need to give your ribs room to open up. Breathing deeply and intentionally driving that breath to the compressed side will help. It’s important to practice these movements multiple times a day to fight Parkinson’s twisting your connective tissue and bones.

Correct Parkinson’s Posture with This Simple Pool Noodle Exercise

Posted on June 21, 2023June 26, 2023 by Landtiser

People often ask me what they can do about their stooped posture due to Parkinson’s. I used a mental concept from a deadlift exercise to engage your upper back muscles.

The pool noodle is great because there are so many uses for it, especially a noodle cut in half.

If You Have Parkinson’s, Get Up Like This to Avoid Injuring Your Back

Posted on June 11, 2023June 11, 2023 by Landtiser

We have a few basic movement rules at the Rebel Fit Club, one being that you don’t use your legs to get yourself up from a lying position. Many people have never learned how to safely get up from lying down. The default is to use your legs as giant levers and heave yourself up with force. You might not think you’re hurting your back, but every time you do this, it’s like a ticking time bomb just waiting to go off.