Kimberly Berg Rock Steady Boxing Program

7 Things Women with Parkinson’s Disease May Not Know About (Part 1 of 3)

Posted on April 15, 2018March 19, 2020 by Landtiser

Rock Steady Boxing, Susan a happy fighter

In my boxing and dance classes for Parkinson’s, we often discuss the differences that seem to occur between women with Parkinson’s Disease and men with PD. My fighters agree that there are differences, but they’re not sure exactly what the differences are. Based on published research combined with my own years of working with Parkinson’s disease, it’s apparent women and men have differences. In this 3-part blog series, I’m going to discuss the top 7 things women with Parkinson’s may not know. Let’s get started! Continue reading “7 Things Women with Parkinson’s Disease May Not Know About (Part 1 of 3)”

Never Give Up, Ping Walked With A Cane, Not Now

Posted on January 11, 2017March 19, 2020 by Landtiser

Ping has Parkinson’s Disease and attends my Rock Steady Boxing Portland, Oregon class. He came to my PD 3-5 level class for people with balance or cognitive limitations. Most fighters use wheelchairs and walkers. People in this class need extra assistance and usually bring a corner man (family member) with them. When Ping started, he was intimidated (his words) and weak. He had balance issues and walked with a cane unsteadily. When Ping would hit the bag or mitts, he hardly tapped them and his voice was soft. Each day my volunteers would tell me Ping is hitting harder and harder. He smiles and laughs more. He doesn’t use his cane anymore. His workout includes, speed bag, battle ropes, ladder precision walking, Rowing, squats and voice work. He is a delight to have in class. Continue reading “Never Give Up, Ping Walked With A Cane, Not Now”