Have Parkinson’s? Don’t Practice Balance Until You Do These Warm-Ups!

If you have Parkinson’s, working on your balance is one of the most important things you can do to help maintain your mobility, confidence, and independence. But before jumping into balance exercises, it’s important to get your body warmed up and ready to move!

We warm up every time in our Balance Builder’s Academybecause Parkinson’s can cause stiffness, slower movements, and difficulty shifting weight, which can make balance even more challenging. Taking just a few minutes to gently wake up your muscles and joints can help you move more comfortably and prepare your body for balance training. Think of it this way: before you challenge your balance, give your body a chance to get ready!

In the video above, we’ll go through some simple warm-up exercises to get our feet, ankles, legs, and whole body moving. We’ll start with gentle movements to loosen up stiff joints, wake up those important muscles, and practice shifting our weight from side to side. These little movements might not seem like much, but they can make a big difference in how prepared and confident you feel when it’s time to work on your balance.

Remember, there’s no need to rush. Move at your own pace, use a sturdy chair or counter for support, and always put safety first.

Once you’ve warmed up, you’ll be ready for your next balance workout! Specialized courses like our five-week Balance Builders Academy can help you improve your balance with small challenges and daily practice presented in a clear, structured progression. For more information, email Kimberly.

Let’s warm up together, get moving, and give our balance the attention it deserves!

💜 Coach Kimberly

P.S. In addition to Balance Builders Academy, we offer a variety of online courses to address specific Parkinson’s symptoms. Level up your workouts with one of our courses below:

• Rebel Fit Club Posture School
• “From Cramping Feet to Happy Feet!” Course
• PD Exercises to Improve Hand Dexterity & Mobility