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Fighting back against parkinson's

Grab your boxing gloves and start today.

WHAT IS PARKINSON’S DISEASE?

Nearly one million people in the U.S. are living with Parkinson’s disease, a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the deterioration of motor function caused by the gradual loss of dopamine-producing brain cells. Although most people with Parkinson’s first develop symptoms around the age of 60, an estimated four percent of people are diagnosed before the age of 50, according to the Parkinson’s Foundation.

HELPING PEOPLE WITH PARKINSON’S LIVE WELL INTO THE FUTURE

While there is currently no cure for Parkinson’s disease, there are now numerous therapies, treatments, and interventions available to help those diagnosed with Parkinson’s live an enhanced quality of life. One of the most innovative exercise intervention programs for individuals with Parkinson’s is Rock Steady Boxing.

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Just like in a traditional boxing class, participants in Rock Steady Boxing wear boxing gloves, hit speed bags, and do shadow boxing.

They also practice balance and functional mobility exercises such as getting up and down from the ground or a chair, high-knee stepping, twisting or turning movements, walking, and flexibility exercises.

Voice activation is another important part of Rock Steady Boxing. Participants are encouraged to yell and shout as they exercise, which helps mitigate the effects of speech impairment often caused by Parkinson’s.

The Rock Steady Boxing method challenges participants to push themselves in a safe environment, which can result in dramatic improvements after just a few weeks of training.

Most importantly, participants have fun, build self-esteem, and enjoy a sense of teamwork and camaraderie with others in their class. It’s an empowering way to combat a disease that aims to take control away from individuals.

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